Jeffrey Gowing, LPC

Jeffrey Gowing is a board-certified Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Michigan. He holds a baccalaureate degree in Criminal Justice with an additional major in Psychology from Michigan State University, a master’s degree in Criminal Justice from Michigan State University, and a master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Argosy University. The LPC credential denotes a professional license to provide mental health counseling and clinical services.

Jeffrey views counseling as a collaborative process that asks for effort and ongoing commitment from both the counselor and the client. He emphasizes the importance of regular attendance and consistent participation in scheduled sessions as central to meaningful progress and healing. His approach encourages clients to engage actively in the work of personal growth and to commit to the practices that support change.

Central to his method is helping clients examine how they process information - how thoughts and perceptions shape reactions, influence physical symptoms, and affect emotional experience. By exploring these connections, he helps clients identify patterns and develop new ways to respond to stressors and life challenges. Jeffrey is an active member of the American Counseling Association, the National Alliance on Mental Illness, and the World Professional Association for Transgender Health, and he has served on the board of the Society for Sexual, Affectional, Intersex, and Gender Expansive Identities.

Therapeutic Approaches Adapted for Online Care

Jeffrey integrates Client-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) into his online practice. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on providing an empathetic, nonjudgmental space where the client leads the pace of exploration and the therapist supports personal insight and self-directed growth. This approach suits people seeking acceptance and clarity as they navigate life changes or identity concerns.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a practical, skills-based approach that helps clients identify and reframe unhelpful thoughts and develop new coping strategies. CBT can be helpful for managing anxiety, stress, mood changes, and patterns that interfere with daily functioning.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Jeffrey works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods align with their needs, goals, and preferences, and adapts techniques as the work unfolds so clients feel involved in shaping their care.

Online therapy offers flexibility - sessions can occur by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging - making it easier to fit counseling into busy schedules or to connect from different locations. These options allow clients to access licensed professionals and therapists with greater convenience while maintaining a consistent course of treatment.