Jeffrey Gowing

Jeffrey Gowing is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Michigan with eight years of experience. He holds a master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and earlier studied criminal justice and psychology at Michigan State University. He approaches counseling as a collaborative effort that asks for commitment and regular attendance from the client.

Jeffrey focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety, depression, grief, and the strain of life transitions. He also supports people dealing with relationship concerns, intimacy issues, anger, self-esteem, trauma and abuse, and sexuality-related questions. Special topics listed include LGBT-related concerns, gender dysphoria, HIV/AIDS, polyamory and non-monogamous relationships, BDSM and kink topics, and aging and geriatric issues.

His clinical approach emphasizes how thoughts and perceptions shape reactions and physical feelings. He uses Client-Centered Therapy to create a respectful, person-focused space. He also draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to identify and change unhelpful thinking patterns.

Jeffrey is active in professional groups including the American Counseling Association and the National Alliance on Mental Illness. He has served on the board of SAIGE, a division of the American Counseling Association, and is connected with the World Professional Association of Transgender Health.

People who prefer a straightforward, thought-focused style may find his approach helpful. He encourages consistent sessions and an active commitment to the work of counseling.

How his approaches translate to online therapy

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on offering respect, empathy, and listening. In practice that means the therapist follows the person’s lead, reflects what is said, and helps people clarify their goals and values. This approach suits issues that need a steady, accepting space to talk through concerns.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at connections between thoughts, feelings, and actions. It uses practical steps to spot and change unhelpful thinking patterns and to test new behaviors. CBT is often helpful for anxiety, depression, stress, and problems tied to daily routines or work.

Choosing an approach is a shared process. The therapist will discuss what matters to the client, try techniques, and adjust the plan based on what helps. That collaborative method lets goals and methods evolve as progress is made.

This profile does not specify which online session formats are offered. Confirm current session options before booking so you know what will fit your schedule. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce time spent traveling to appointments.