- 18 years experience
- LMHC Florida
- Holistic approach
About Michael
Michael Northsea helps people facing stress, anxiety, mood changes, and parenting strain. He is a Florida Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) with 18 years in the mental health field. Michael writes plainly and focuses on practical steps people can use between sessions.
Michael draws on a mix of approaches to match each person's needs. He combines client-centered listening with cognitive behavioral ideas and emotionally focused work. He also uses motivational interviewing and mindfulness practices when they fit the situation.
Michael's own health journey shapes how he approaches care. After serious cancer and treatment-related illness he explored diet, herbs, and lifestyle changes and found those things helped his recovery. He brings that lived experience into conversations about mood, energy, and daily routines without insisting on any single method.
In sessions he favors short, concrete goals and tools people can try right away. That might mean trying a simple mindfulness exercise, testing a small behavior change, or practicing new ways to talk about hard feelings. He encourages movement, whole foods, and consistent routines as part of overall wellbeing.
People come to Michael for many concerns including depression, bipolar symptoms, addiction, grief, trauma, ADHD, anger, compassion fatigue, and parenting challenges. He aims to work collaboratively to figure out what helps in day-to-day life.
How therapeutic approaches translate to online care
Michael often uses client-centered therapy, which focuses on listening closely and helping people name what matters most to them; this approach helps with stress, parenting strain, and mood concerns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at thoughts and behaviors and gives practical exercises to change unhelpful patterns such as anxiety or depression. Emotionally-Focused Therapy helps people identify and express core feelings, which can ease relationship tension and improve emotional regulation.Deciding which approach to use is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with each person about their goals and try different methods to see what fits. Clients and the therapist review progress and adjust plans together so work in sessions connects to everyday life.
If you are considering online sessions, confirm the current session options before booking. Many people find remote work helps fit therapy into busy schedules, allows shorter check-ins when needed, and makes it easier to keep regular appointments. Talk with the therapist about practical needs like camera use, session length, and timing so the setup matches daily life and supports steady progress.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
18+ years
Listed in
Florida
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Michael address?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar conditions, addictions, grief, parenting issues, ADHD, trauma and abuse, anger, and related mood concerns.
How does he approach therapy with clients?
He uses a blended method that includes client-centered listening, cognitive behavioral techniques, emotionally focused work, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing to match each person's needs.
What background does he bring to sessions?
Michael has 18 years of experience in the mental health field and draws on personal experience with serious illness to inform a practical, lifestyle-aware approach.
What are his credentials and where is he located?
He is a Florida LMHC - Licensed Mental Health Counselor - and practices from Florida.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are costs and billing handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to work with him?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.