Michael Fentress is a licensed mental health counselor who has practiced for about ten years.
01About Michael
Michael Fentress is a licensed mental health counselor who has practiced for about ten years. He holds the LMHC credential and also lists LPC, and he provides therapy to people in Florida. Michael frames sessions around empathy and affirmation so clients feel heard from the first meeting.
He meets people dealing with depression, addiction, trauma, and anxiety. Michael also helps those facing relationship strain, grief, identity questions, and major life changes.
Background and approach
He pays attention to how stress shows up day to day and to practical ways to cope. Sessions focus on understanding each person’s story and building useful skills. Michael blends approaches to match what each person needs, from shifting unhelpful thoughts to strengthening emotional bonds.
He emphasizes small, achievable steps that can change daily routine and mood. Michael aims to reduce isolation and help people find more self-acceptance. He offers a nonjudgmental space where concerns about intimacy, parenting pressures, career strain, or ADHD can be talked through.
He also brings experience with addiction recovery, compassion fatigue, and chronic health challenges. People who value a collaborative, down-to-earth style often find his approach helpful. Michael supports clients as they set goals, try new behaviors, and track progress over time.
His work balances practical tools with attention to personal meaning and growth.
02Credentials
- LMHC (Florida)
- License MH19494 · expires March 2027
- LPC (Wisconsin)
- License 6837-125 · expires February 2027
- NPI
- 1225498983 · national provider identifier
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03Focus areas and approaches
Everything Michael lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.
- Addictions
- LGBT
- Family conflicts
- Trauma and abuse
- Depression
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Grief
- Intimacy-related issues
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Career difficulties
- Bipolar disorder
- Coping with life changes
- Coaching
- Compassion fatigue
- ADHD
- Abandonment
- Adoption and foster care
- Aging and geriatric issues
- Antisocial personality
- Attachment issues
- Autism and Asperger Syndrome
- Avoidant personality
- BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture
- Blended family issues
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Chronic pain, illness, and disability
- Co-morbidity
- Codependency
- Commitment issues
- Control issues
- Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
- Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)
- Divorce and separation
- Domestic violence
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Emptiness
- Family of origin issues
- Family problems
- Fatherhood issues
- First responder issues
- Forgiveness
- Gender dysphoria
- Guilt and shame
- HIV / AIDS
- Immigration issues
- Impulsivity
- Infidelity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Jealousy
- Life purpose
- Men's issues
- Midlife crisis
- Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
- Money and financial issues
- Mood disorders
- Multicultural concerns
- Narcissism
- Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
- Post-traumatic stress
- Prejudice and discrimination
- Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
- Self-harm
- Self-love
- Sex addiction
- Sexual assault and abuse
- Sexual dysfunction
- Sexuality
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Traumatic brain injury
- Workplace issues
- Young adult issues
Methods Michael names
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Existential Therapy
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
These are the methods Michael names on their own professional profile. Naming an approach is not evidence of training or certification in it, and this directory checks no training records. Ask directly if it matters to you.
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04Online support
How therapeutic approaches translate to online care
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify values and take small actions that match those values. It can be useful for anxiety, depression, and overcoming avoidance by focusing on what matters more than rigid control of thoughts. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and behavior and teaches specific tools to change patterns that cause distress. CBT is often used for anxiety, depression, and stress-related problems.Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work together. The therapist will talk with each person about goals, try techniques, and adjust methods when something isn’t working. That collaborative process helps shape a plan that fits each person’s needs and preferences.
Online formats make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life. Video calls let people meet face to face when discussing relationships or emotions. Phone sessions can be a simpler option when bandwidth is limited or when a shorter check-in is needed. Live chat and text-based messaging allow ongoing support between sessions and quick reflections when scheduling a call is difficult. These options aim to increase flexibility and access while keeping the focus on practical steps and emotional progress.
05Questions people ask
What issues does Michael address in therapy?
He helps people with depression, anxiety, addiction, trauma, relationship strain, grief, parenting stress, ADHD, and related concerns.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
He works in an empathetic, collaborative way and combines practical skills work with attention to emotions and relationships.
What is his clinical background and experience?
He has about 10 years of experience providing mental health support and has worked with a wide range of emotional and interpersonal issues.
What credentials and location are listed for this therapist?
He holds LMHC and LPC credentials and offers services to people in Florida.
Are sessions offered in other languages or internationally?
Sessions are offered in English, and international clients are not currently accepted.
What formats are available for sessions?
Sessions can be conducted by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
How is cost handled for therapy sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with this therapist?
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