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My educational background includes an MS in Human Behavior, a MS in Professional Counseling and I’m a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC). The education and training I have received enables me to help my clients, especially children and teens, find healthy ways to deal with life stressors, ways to strengthen their perceptions of themselves while finding peace, self-acceptance, and solid emotional footing in an uncertain world. I’ve been a therapist for 15 years. I enjoy working with clients of all ages, from toddlers to the elderly, and from all walks of life. I have a wide variety of experience working with clients dealing with anxiety, depression, substance abuse, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, developmental disabilities, and more. I am experienced in helping others while using strength-based approaches and integrating various treatment therapies to best meet the needs and goals of my clients.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Florida and for over 10 years I have had the honor of helping individuals navigate through life's challenges. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, coping with grief and loss and depression. The most common approaches I use are Cognitive Behavioral and Solution Focused with Motivational Interview Technique. I believe in creating a safe, nonjudgmental environment where individuals can explore their emotions, develop coping strategies, and build a stronger sense of self-worth. My goal is to help clients uncover their strengths, gain clarity, and create a path toward personal growth and resilience.

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!)