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 centers his work on people facing depression, addiction, stress, and major life transitions. Michael aims to make therapy a straightforward, supportive place to begin change.

He creates an empathetic, affirming space for people who feel isolated or overwhelmed. Sessions focus on understanding what matters most to the individual and on practical steps toward daily improvement. Conversations often address relationship difficulties, workplace stress, grief, and intimacy concerns.

Michael uses a mix of approaches to match each person's needs. He draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to clarify values and take purposeful action. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is used to notice and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. Attachment-based ideas guide work on relational patterns and emotional connection.

His practice also supports people from the LGBTQ community, those coping with trauma, and individuals managing attention challenges or burnout. Michael pays attention to history and context, including adoption and caregiver stress when relevant. He offers direct, compassionate guidance rather than one-size-fits-all solutions.

Conversations are goal-focused and paced to fit what the person needs. Michael helps people build resilience, strengthen self-regard, and make concrete changes that fit everyday life. To begin, he asks about current struggles and works with each person to set clear, realistic next steps.

How therapy approaches guide online work

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying personal values and taking action that matches those values. It helps people move forward even when difficult thoughts or feelings are present. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at patterns of thinking and behavior and teaches practical skills to change unhelpful habits. It is often used for anxiety, depression, and stress. Attachment-Based Therapy examines patterns in close relationships and helps people shift how they relate to others and themselves.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. The therapist works collaboratively to figure out which methods fit a person's goals and preferences. Expect an initial conversation about what matters most and gradual adjustments to the plan based on how things are going.

Session format options are not listed in the biography, so confirm current online offerings before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life by reducing travel time and allowing check-ins around work or caregiving schedules. It can also allow shorter check-ins or phone options when that better suits day-to-day needs. Licensed professionals adapt pacing and tools to work effectively over distance while focusing on the same practical goals used in face-to-face care.