Anthony Mikulskis, LCSW - Therapist in Kentucky

Evidence-based techniques
Practical coping skills
Goal focused work

About Anthony

Anthony Mikulskis is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) based in Kentucky who helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, and self-esteem struggles. He speaks plainly and aims to make therapy straightforward for people who feel overwhelmed or stuck.

He focuses on building a calm, supportive space where clients can talk through what matters most. Sessions concentrate on practical steps to reduce distress, improve communication, and strengthen day-to-day coping. Anthony uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help clients better understand thoughts and feelings and to build resilience after difficult events, including coping with natural or human-caused disaster.

Anthony emphasizes a collaborative process. He works with each person to set realistic goals and to try strategies that fit their life. Progress is tracked in small, manageable steps so change feels achievable.

Over four years of clinical work inform his practice, and he brings steady, practical support to sessions. He welcomes a wide range of backgrounds and tailors his approach to each person’s needs.

People who choose Anthony often want clear tools and a direct, empathetic therapist to help them navigate stressors and painful experiences. He encourages straightforward conversation and gradual skill building to help people move forward.

How therapeutic approaches guide online work

Anthony uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help people manage symptoms and build coping skills. One common approach focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns to reduce anxiety and depression. This method helps people notice automatic thoughts and practice new responses over time.

Another approach emphasizes trauma-informed strategies that help people process difficult events and learn skills for grounding and emotional regulation. These techniques aim to reduce reactivity and increase a sense of control after upsetting experiences, including responses to natural or human-caused disaster.

Finding the right approach is collaborative. The therapist will talk with each person about their goals and preferences and then try methods that seem likely to help. Adjustments are made over time based on what works and what doesn’t, so the person and therapist decide together on the best path.

If you are considering online therapy, confirm the session formats available before booking. Anthony’s profile does not list specific formats, so double-check options when you schedule. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy day, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Therapists and licensed professionals can often adapt exercises for video or phone conversations to keep progress moving forward.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, Anxiety Trauma and abuse Self esteem DepressionADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces Issues Money and financial issues Mood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injury Workplace issuesYoung adult issues

Experience

4+ years

Credentials

Kentucky

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does this therapist address?

Anthony focuses on stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, depression, and ADHD. He also supports work on issues like abandonment, body image, chronic illness, and coping after disasters.

What is the therapy style like?

Sessions are collaborative and practical. Expect straightforward conversation, skill practice, and step-by-step problem solving aimed at day-to-day relief.

What experience does the therapist have?

The therapist has four years of clinical experience working with people facing a range of emotional challenges and life transitions.

What credentials and location are listed?

Anthony holds an LCSW and practices in Kentucky. The profile lists the Kentucky LCSW credential as provided.

Which languages are supported?

Sessions are offered in English.

Are international clients supported?

International clients are not currently accepted.

How does payment and cost work?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working together?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling according to therapist availability.