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Austine Nwaobi

Austine Nwaobi

LMHC

Therapist · Florida · 5+ years of experience

Calm, practical support for strong emotions

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  • Anger management
  • Goal-focused
  • Compassionate listening

About Austine

Austine Nwaobi is a Florida licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) with five years of professional experience. He helps people manage stress, anxiety, anger, low self-esteem, mood swings, and depression. He aims to create respectful and compassionate sessions tailored to each person’s needs.

In sessions he focuses on clear, practical conversation. He listens first, then helps clients set small, achievable goals. He adapts the pace and tone so people can move at a way that feels manageable to them.

Austine uses a mix of approaches based on what a person needs. He pulls from client-centered work to keep the conversation focused on the person’s experience. He applies cognitive behavioral techniques to identify unhelpful thoughts and build different habits. He also draws on dialectical behavior strategies when emotion regulation and impulsivity are central concerns.

People often come with anger, panic, isolation, or control issues, and he offers strategies to address those problems step by step. He also supports people living with bipolar disorder, personality-related concerns, paranoia, and self-harm thoughts by creating practical safety-oriented plans and coping skills.

Sessions emphasize collaboration and encouragement. Austine helps people build healthier routines, stronger self-respect, and better ways to handle intense feelings. He encourages clients to notice small changes and use those successes to keep moving forward.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAnger managementSelf esteemBipolar disorderDepression

Additional focus areas

Control issuesImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersSelf-harmSelf-love

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Motivational InterviewingNarrative Therapy

Experience

5+ years

Credentials

Florida

Languages

English

Approaches that translate well to online work

Client-centered therapy focuses on the person’s experience and uses open listening and reflection to build trust and clarity. It helps people feel heard and discover what changes matter most to them.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at connections between thoughts, feelings, and actions. It uses practical exercises and homework to change unhelpful thinking and build new habits for anxiety, depression, and anger management.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, offers concrete skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and managing impulsivity. It can be useful when strong moods or impulsive reactions interfere with daily life.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with the client about goals and preferences, then try methods that fit. Adjustments are made as needed so the work stays relevant and achievable.

If you plan to pursue online therapy, check which session formats are currently offered before booking. The biography does not list specific formats, so confirm whether video, phone, or other options are available. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time while still keeping a steady therapeutic routine.

At a glance

Listed location
Florida
Experience
5+ years
Credentials
LMHC
Languages
English
License (Florida)
LMHC · No. MH26416
NPI
1558241091

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Frequently asked questions

What concerns does this therapist help with?

He works with stress, anxiety, anger, self-esteem, bipolar disorder, and depression. Additional focus areas include panic attacks, impulsivity, isolation, paranoia, and self-harm.

What is the general therapy style here?

The approach is client-centered and practical. Sessions mix listening with goal-setting and skill practice to address problems step by step.

How much clinical experience does he have?

He has five years of professional experience as a licensed clinician working in Florida.

What credential does he hold and where is he located?

He holds the LMHC credential and is licensed in Florida.

Which languages are supported?

Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.

What session formats are available?

The original biography does not list specific session formats. Confirm current session options before booking to learn whether online or in-person sessions are offered.

How are costs and subscriptions handled?

Cost varies by location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with this therapist?

Select the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.

Before you start

  • Online talk therapy is not a court-ordered or mandated anger-management course, and it does not provide attendance certificates.
  • Check that the location and license details above fit where you live.
  • If anyone is at risk of being harmed, contact emergency services or a domestic-abuse helpline first. See the support lines for the US, UK and Australia.
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