Michael Fentress

Michael Fentress is a licensed mental health counselor and licensed professional counselor with ten years of clinical experience. He practices in Florida and focuses on creating an empathetic, affirming space for people facing depression, addiction, relationship strain, and life transitions. He works in a straightforward, respectful way and centers each session on the person in front of him.

He helps people who feel isolated or stuck reconnect with purpose and self-regard. He often supports clients through grief, stress, anxiety, anger, and intimacy-related issues. He also works with those navigating LGBT concerns, trauma and abuse, parenting challenges, and career shifts.

Michael blends several therapeutic approaches to match what a client needs. He uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to clarify values and take meaningful steps, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to spot and shift unhelpful thinking and behavior. Attachment-informed work and Emotionally-Focused ideas guide conversations about closeness and trust.

Sessions emphasize practical steps and clear goals. Clients can expect a collaborative pace, simple tools to practice between meetings, and space to talk through difficult experiences. The tone is supportive and direct, not overly clinical.

He asks new people to use the Start Therapy button, fill a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to availability. Fees vary by location and are managed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How his approaches translate to online work

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people name what matters to them and take small, value-driven steps. It is useful for anxiety, depression, anger, and life changes where decisions feel stuck.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on recognizing patterns of thought and behavior and trying practical experiments to change them. It often helps with anxiety, stress, and mood problems by teaching clear skills to use between sessions.

Attachment-Based ideas and Emotionally-Focused methods guide conversations about trust, closeness, and how relationships shape feelings. These approaches can help when relationship dynamics, intimacy issues, or attachment wounds are central concerns.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss goals and preferences and jointly decide which methods to use. This collaborative process means the plan can shift as needs evolve.

Confirm current session options before booking so you know how appointments are delivered. Online therapy can make scheduling easier and help sessions fit into a busy life. It can reduce travel, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and let people meet with a licensed professional from different locations. Ask about session logistics when you complete the matching questionnaire so arrangements match your day-to-day routine.