- Goal oriented
- Strengths based
- Practical steps
About Michael
Michael Denning is a licensed mental health counselor in Florida with seven years of practice. He helps people who are struggling with stress, anxiety, addiction, low self-esteem, sleep problems, and major life changes. He aims to make the first step feel manageable and recognizes that deciding to seek help takes courage.
He works from the idea that each person knows their own story best. Sessions focus on the client's goals and strengths rather than imposing a fixed path. That means listening first, then shaping practical steps that fit daily life.
Drawing on methods such as client-centered work, cognitive behavioral ideas, and solution-focused planning, he helps people spot patterns that keep them stuck and tries out small changes that can make a difference. Mindfulness practices and motivational interviewing are used when they fit the client's aims.
Typical topics brought to sessions include relationships, grief, trauma, career stress, anger, ADHD, and compassion fatigue. He also supports people facing abandonment, attachment, communication, or body-image concerns. Sleeping difficulties are addressed alongside mood and addiction issues.
Sessions are conversational and goal-oriented. Michael helps clients identify one or two clear steps between meetings. That approach is intended to make progress feel steady and realistic rather than overwhelming.
How therapeutic approaches translate to online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening without judgment and helping clients steer their own progress. Online sessions that use this approach spend time understanding what matters most to the client and building goals from there.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, breaks problems into thoughts, feelings, and actions. In remote sessions CBT is used to spot patterns that affect sleep, mood, and behavior, and to try practical experiments between meetings.
Solution-Focused Therapy concentrates on what the client wants to achieve next. Online meetings using this method pick a clear, small goal and plan steps to reach it, which can be reassuring when juggling a busy schedule.
Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss options, listen to priorities, and adjust methods based on each client's needs and preferences so the work fits real life.
Confirm session formats before booking to know what's available. Online work can make it easier to fit appointments into a day, reduce travel, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and let people use mindfulness or homework exercises between meetings. These practical benefits can help therapy fit into everyday life without promising a specific outcome.
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Experience
7+ years
Credentials
Florida
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, addiction, sleeping issues, relationship and intimacy concerns, grief, trauma, career strain, ADHD, and related challenges.
How would you describe his therapy style?
He uses a conversational, strengths-focused approach that centers the client's goals and choices while offering practical steps to try between sessions.
What experience does he bring to sessions?
He has seven years of professional experience working with a range of emotional and behavioral concerns, including motivation, self-esteem, and life transitions.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is a licensed mental health counselor, FL LMHC, practicing in Florida.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
Please confirm current session options before booking so you know which formats are offered at the time you schedule.
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?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.