Mike is caring and listens. He is casual and makes me feel very comfortable. He let's you lead when you want to, or leads when you can't. I recommend him.
Michael (Mike) Racki, LPC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Michael is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 4.5 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Michael. View 13 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Tennessee
Recent reviews
Someone who can talk like a true friend, yet be your best critic. Encourages you to do what’s best for your health and happiness
More about Michael
- 15 years' experience
- Male
- LPC
Mike is a board certified Licensed Professional Counselor with a master’s degree from Lewis University near Chicago. He is a seasoned clinician with over 15 years of experience helping people reach their highest potential. He works with individuals and couples experiencing anxiety, depression, addiction, trauma, grief/loss, loneliness, disconnection, negative emotions & behavior patterns, work related stress, and dysfunctional relationship patterns. Mike’s mission is to help you heal and transform your life, create a sense of balance and wholeness, and realize your full potential. His approach is holistic, integrative, and addresses the whole person. He incorporates a variety of modalities and tenets, including Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Mindfulness, Addiction Recovery (abstinence and harm-reduction), mindfulness, professional and Life Coaching.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Relationship issues
Career difficulties
Depression
Coping with life changes
Addictions
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Sleeping disorders
Parenting issues
Anger management
Self esteem
Bipolar disorder
Coaching
Compassion fatigue
ADHD
Aging and geriatric issues
Autism and Asperger Syndrome
Blended family issues
Caregiver issues and stress
Co-morbidity
Codependency
Commitment issues
Communication problems
Control issues
Divorce and separation
Drug and alcohol addiction
Emptiness
Family of origin issues
Family problems
Fatherhood issues
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Isolation / loneliness
Life purpose
Men's issues
Midlife crisis
Money and financial issues
Mood disorders
Narcissism
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Personality disorders
Phobias
Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-love
Social anxiety and phobia
Workplace issues
Young adult issues
Treatment Approaches
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Existential Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Michael (Mike) Racki's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1225371917.
- LPC · Tennessee · 3450 · Expires August 2026
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.
Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.
Reviews for Michael (Mike) Racki
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Mike is caring and listens. He is casual and makes me feel very comfortable. He let's you lead when you want to, or leads when you can't. I recommend him.
Someone who can talk like a true friend, yet be your best critic. Encourages you to do what’s best for your health and happiness
Mike has helped me with an immense amount of my life problems, most importantly, my addiction to pornography and my stress management. With his help, I was able to get my addiction handled and get my life on track. His patience and expertise are not to be understated!
Mike is great at meeting me where I am at emotionally on any given day, which is a pretty wide range. I’m grateful for his help and guidance!
He takes his time to understand you and the position you mental state is in . He listens and breaks down situations so it can be solved or adjusted to a choice you feel comfortable in. He is a amazing person and is helping me so much with my life . I appreciate him and so would anyone else . Thank you mike for everything.
Mike has really been helping me tremendously. I know that he uses evidence based approaches, and he is kind and personable. I’m very grateful I was matched with him. Thanks Mike!
I instantly felt so comfortable when talking with Michael! I felt like I was easily able to be open and honest with him with all my concerns and he helped me work on them. Definitely recommend!
I have only seen Mike a few times, but I am very confident in his abilities and I feel very comfortable discussing issues with him. I am looking forward to continuing my sessions with him.
Amazing listener and great advice. He can pin point a solution to you and break down problems well. He is doing an incredible job.
I’m so grateful for Mike’s support in facing what’s been a very tough time emotionally and mentally. He’s been a huge help and it’s so comforting to feel like I have someone in my corner.
Mike is great. Understands me very well.
Been working with Mike for a little bit now and have nothing but positives to say! Every time we talk he’s very patient and listens to you closely so he can understand exactly what you’re trying to convey. When we talk about how to overcome an issue the solutions are always practical and useful, they’re also a result of me and him talking it over to find the best solution rather than just choose the best “one size fits all” strategy. He’s very easy to talk to and it’s obvious that he genuinely cares for me and what’s going on in my life, frequently checking in to see how things are going. Over all I’ve really genuinely enjoyed working with mike so far and highly recommend going with him.
Mike asks great questions to get to the heart of the matter and offers great council. I feel heard.
Frequently asked questions
Does Michael (Mike) Racki offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Michael (Mike) Racki works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Michael (Mike) Racki speak?
Michael (Mike) Racki speaks English.
How many years of experience does Michael (Mike) Racki have?
Michael (Mike) Racki has 15 years of experience.
Where is Michael (Mike) Racki licensed to practice?
Michael (Mike) Racki is licensed to practice in Tennessee.
Does Michael (Mike) Racki accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Michael (Mike) Racki does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Michael (Mike) Racki offer?
Michael (Mike) Racki offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Existential Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Michael (Mike) Racki?
Michael (Mike) Racki can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Michael (Mike) Racki?
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