Gabriel Kangas

Compassionate, skill-based therapy for lasting change

LPC Michigan

Experience: 11 years in practice
Focus areas: Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Trauma and abuse
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Languages: English

About Gabriel

Gabriel Kangas is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Michigan who centers his work on evidence-informed therapies, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).

Background and approach

He brings 11 years of clinical experience to concerns such as stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, and depression, helping clients identify patterns and build practical skills for managing daily challenges. Gabriel views each person as the expert of their own story and highlights individual strengths as the foundation for change.

His approach blends collaborative problem-solving with empathy, aiming to increase motivation, confidence, and emotional insight. He supports people navigating related areas like attachment issues, adoption and foster care, chronic illness and pain, caregiving stress, and complex interpersonal dynamics.

Clients can expect a respectful and goal-oriented partnership that emphasizes clear strategies alongside exploration of underlying concerns. Gabriel offers multiple remote session formats and works with clients to shape a plan that fits their circumstances and preferences.

Integrating practical therapies for online care

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors to reduce symptoms like anxiety and depression; it often uses structured exercises and practical skills that translate well to remote sessions. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) emphasizes noticing thoughts and feelings without getting stuck on them while committing to actions that align with personal values, which can help with stress, motivation, and life changes. Attachment-Based Therapy explores relational patterns formed early in life and how they influence current relationships, offering pathways to improve connection and emotional regulation.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Gabriel works together with clients to determine which combination of methods best fits their goals, preferences, and the issues they bring, adapting techniques over time as progress and needs evolve.

Online therapy with this practice is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility for varied schedules and comfort levels. These formats make it possible to access licensed professionals from more convenient locations, support continuity of care during life transitions, and allow clients to engage in therapy in ways that suit their daily routines.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does Gabriel address?

He works with stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, trauma and abuse, self-esteem issues, and depression, along with related areas like attachment difficulties, chronic illness, caregiving stress, and communication problems.

What therapeutic styles does he use in sessions?

Gabriel integrates approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and Emotionally-Focused Therapy to match techniques to client needs.

How long has he been practicing clinically?

He has 11 years of professional experience in counseling and psychotherapy work in a variety of settings.

Where is Gabriel licensed to practice?

He holds a Michigan LPC credential with license number MI LPC 6401014161 and practices from Michigan.

Does he offer services in other languages or to international clients?

Sessions are provided in English, and he is not currently accepting international clients.

What session formats are available for working together?

He offers multiple remote formats including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences and schedules.

How are fees and subscriptions handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

What are the first steps to begin therapy with him?

To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a session based on his availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuse Self esteem Depression

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHoardingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTraumatic brain injuryVisually impairedWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Existential TherapyEye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)Gottman MethodMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

11+ years

Licensed

Michigan

Languages

English