Dr. Michael Haney, LMHC - Therapist in Florida

About Michael

Dr. Michael Haney helps people facing stress, anxiety, trauma, depression, and compassion fatigue. He brings three decades of clinical experience and a respectful, down-to-earth approach to each session.

He tailors conversations and plans to each person’s situation and goals. His license is LMHC in Florida and he works in English. He focuses on practical steps to relieve symptoms and improve daily functioning.

Sessions tend to be conversational and goal-oriented, with attention to emotional safety and clear strategies.

Background and approach

Dr. Haney uses techniques from cognitive behavioral therapy to identify unhelpful thoughts and change patterns that keep problems going. He also draws on client-centered work, which means the client's perspective guides the pace and topics of therapy.

Mindfulness practices are introduced when helpful to reduce rumination and increase present-moment awareness. Solution-focused tools are used to set short-term goals and build momentum toward change. Dr.

Haney has experience addressing a wide range of concerns, including relationship and intimacy issues, grief, anger, and life transitions. He also works with issues such as ADHD, mood disorders, panic, phobias, and trauma-related problems. The aim is to create realistic, step-by-step plans that fit each person’s life.

He meets with clients using remote formats and adjusts techniques for online work. Starting therapy begins with a short matching questionnaire and scheduling to find a time that works.

Therapeutic approaches adapted for online care

Dr. Haney commonly uses cognitive behavioral therapy and client-centered methods in remote work. CBT focuses on spotting and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, which can reduce anxiety and depressive symptoms through practical exercises and at-home practice. Client-centered therapy puts the client's concerns and pace first, creating a space where the person sets priorities and the therapist follows their lead.

He also integrates dialectical behavior therapy skills when emotion regulation or intense reactions are present. DBT teaches concrete tools for managing strong emotions, improving distress tolerance, and handling conflicts more calmly. These approaches are selected together with the client so the plan fits their needs, goals, and preferences in a collaborative way.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, which make regular attendance easier for busy schedules. These options allow the same therapeutic techniques to be practiced in daily life, with flexible check-ins and homework that match each person's rhythm. The emphasis is on practical, achievable steps and a collaborative process to find what works best.

Client-Centered Therapy

The direction comes from you rather than from a set programme. The therapist offers a warm, non-judgemental space to think out loud and work at your own pace. Online, this rests on the relationship rather than on being in the same room.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

CBT looks at the link between what you think, how you feel, and what you do. You work on noticing unhelpful patterns and practising steadier responses. It suits online sessions well, because much of the work happens between appointments and can be talked through from anywhere.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

Concrete skills for riding out strong emotion, tolerating distress, and handling relationships without things escalating. The skills are practised in daily life, so between-session support by message or phone fits naturally.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does he address?

He works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, compassion fatigue, ADHD, LGBT issues, relationship and family challenges, grief, intimacy problems, anger, bipolar symptoms, and coping with life changes.

What is his general therapy style?

Sessions are conversational and client-focused. He listens with respect and then helps set practical steps to reach goals.

How much clinical experience does he have?

He has 30 years of professional experience working with a broad range of emotional and behavioral concerns.

What are his credentials and where is he based?

He is a licensed mental health counselor, LMHC, licensed in Florida as FL LMHC MH2932 and practices from that state.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

What session formats are available?

He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different needs.

How does pricing work?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin therapy with him?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to therapist availability.

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Experience: 30 years
Licensed: Florida
Languages: English

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