Online Therapy for Kids, Teens & Young Adults in Fort Lauderdale

My name is Michael Zolondek, and I am a licensed mental health counselor. I have clinical experience working with those who have struggled with complex trauma (emotional, physical, and sexual), depression and anxiety, family relationships, and religion/spirituality. In both my personal experiences and professional work, I have seen how healing therapy can be. I look forward to working with you wherever you currently find yourself in life in order to help you discover ways to heal!

I work with young adults (ages 18-35) that are navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, self esteem concerns, and life transitions. I am passionate about creating a genuine, nonjudgmental, and trauma-informed space where clients can show up as they are, without pressure to have everything figured out. My approach is both supportive and direct, as I meet clients where they are while also helping them move forward in ways that feel realistic and meaningful.

I am a compassionate Licensed Mental Health Counselor with experience supporting children, adolescents, and families through emotional, behavioral, academic, and life challenges. My approach is warm, supportive, and solution-focused, while also helping clients gain insight into patterns that may be affecting their daily functioning.

As a former teacher and mother of two teenagers and a college-aged child, I enjoy supporting women through motherhood- from pregnancy and postpartum to parenting teenagers and launching young adults. Supporting a child's well-being often begins with supporting you. Therapy offers a protected hour devoted entirely to your well-being 🩷

As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Florida, I am Dr. Michael Petrosky, EdD. I am a skilled, multifaceted clinician with considerable experience dealing with a variety of client populations in the mental health profession, as well as expertise in crisis intervention and several psychotherapy methods for the general well-being of people with mental health disorders. Professional Experience: I have expertise in crisis intervention, cognitive behavioral therapy, and other psychotherapeutic modalities.” He has worked with adults, couples, families, and children throughout his career. I enjoy working with all client populations. A dedicated mental health professional with 21 years of experience who encourages others to reach out for support with their mental health and emotional wellness goals. My specialties include Depression, Anxiety, Stress management, Self-esteem, Life transitions, Anger management, Relationship issues, PTSD. I thrive in ensuring my clients feel that they are “in good hands” through our working therapeutic relationship. It is important to me that my clients feel understood as well as heard and that our connection is based on trust, hope, and faith that we can get there together. Our partnership will allow you to understand what you are experiencing, whether it is your first time seeking counseling, or you have had previous experience, grounding your own sense of who you are, the reason you feel the way you do, and how to make the change you desire. My therapeutic approach combines cognitive-behavioral, client-centered, trauma-informed, and psychodynamic therapy. I will also accommodate your specific needs, “meeting you where you are at” while encouraging you to be “the best you”. If you are ready to take that step, I am here to support and empower you. I look forward to working with you!)

I support children, adolescents, adults, and families navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, anger, grief, self-esteem, emotional regulation, and family stress. I also support families with neurodivergent experiences, including Autism and ADHD. My approach is person-centered, collaborative, and grounded in empathy, to help clients build coping skills, recognize strengths, and move toward healing and emotional wellness.

I’m a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who is passionate about supporting children, teens, and young adults as they navigate life’s challenges. I specialize in working with clients who may be struggling with anxiety, emotional regulation, behavioral challenges, life transitions, self-esteem, or family stress. My goal is to help clients better understand their emotions and build healthy coping skills.