Michael Shugrue, LCSW

Licensed in New Jersey · 25 years in practice

Michael Shugrue is a licensed clinical social worker with 25 years of practice in New Jersey.

License and registration

LCSW, New Jersey: 44SC05207900 · expires August 2026
NPI: 1568681476 · national provider identifier
Years in practice: 25
Languages: English

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About Michael

Michael Shugrue is a licensed clinical social worker with 25 years of practice in New Jersey. He focuses on helping people who feel stuck by offering steady, practical guidance. He listens first, then helps clients find simple ways to cope and move forward.

He works with common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, relationship struggles, and family dynamics. Sessions aim to break big problems into manageable steps. That can mean learning new ways to talk about problems, trying small behavior changes, or building routines that lessen day-to-day stress.

Background and approach

Michael favors approaches that are grounded in research and fit each person's situation. He draws on techniques that help people learn skills, shift unhelpful thoughts, and practice different behaviors. He pairs those techniques with a steady, respectful manner so clients can try new things at their own pace.

In session he keeps language plain and practical. Conversations focus on what is happening now and what can change in the near term. He helps clients set realistic goals and track small wins between meetings.

Clients meet with him by video call, phone, live chat, or text messaging. He speaks English and practices in New Jersey as an LCSW. The aim is to build resilience and clearer routines that make daily life easier.

Focus areas and approaches

Everything Michael lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.

Stress, Anxiety
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Self esteem
Depression

Online support

Evidence-based approaches and flexible online care

Many of Michael's methods focus on clear skills and practical change. Cognitive behavioral techniques help people notice and change unhelpful thought patterns, then test new ways of thinking and acting. Such work is useful for anxiety, low mood, and everyday stress because it targets habits that keep problems going.

Behavioral strategies emphasize small, repeated actions to shift routines and mood. That can include building activity schedules, practicing exposures to reduce avoidance, or setting simple goals to increase pleasant or productive behaviors. These steps aim to make life feel more manageable day to day.

Choosing the right approach is a team effort. He will ask about your goals, what has or hasn’t helped before, and your preferences. Together you will try methods that fit your needs and adjust them as you go, keeping the focus on what helps in real life.

Online sessions are offered by video, phone, live chat, or text messaging to increase flexibility. Video sessions allow face-to-face conversations, phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited, and chat or text work well for brief check-ins or when scheduling short conversations during a break. These options make it easier to keep therapy consistent around work, school, or family demands.

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Questions people ask

What kinds of problems does he help with?

He helps people work through stress, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, relationship issues, and family dynamics.

What is his therapy style like?

Sessions are practical and straightforward. He listens first, then teaches skills and small steps clients can use between meetings.

How much experience does he have?

He has 25 years of clinical practice working with adults on common emotional and relationship concerns.

What are his credentials and where is he based?

He is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) practicing in New Jersey.

Can I work with him if I live outside the U.S.?

Sessions are offered in English and he does not accept international clients at this time.

What session formats does he offer?

Clients can meet by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

How does payment and cost work?

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

How do I begin working with him?

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