Therapy Session in Florida

Proficient with children, adolescents, & young adults. Skilled navigating life’s challenges, anxiety, depression, ADHD, anger management, stress, goal-setting and self-esteem. My approach is grounded in empathy, teamwork, and evidence-based practices. Ensuring that each client feels heard, understood, and empowered to create meaningful change. Creating a safe, nonjudgmental environment for the client to explore their emotions, develop coping strategies, and build a stronger sense of self-worth.

I work with children, teens, and young adults navigating anxiety, stress, life transitions, and self esteem. My goal is to help you feel understood, supported, and confident in managing life's ups and downs. I take a warm, collaborative approach and focus on building trust while teaching practical coping skills. I strive to create a safe, supportive space where young people and families can heal, grow, and thrive.

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 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!)