Michael Northsea, LMHC - Therapist in Florida

About Michael

Michael Northsea is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) based in Florida who focuses on helping people manage parenting worries and related stress. He speaks plainly in sessions and aims to make therapy practical for busy families. Parents who feel overwhelmed by behaviors, mood swings, or changes at home may find his style direct and down-to-earth.

He brings 18 years of work in mental health to each meeting. That background includes support for stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, bipolar concerns, addictions, grief, anger, ADHD, and compassion fatigue.

Background and approach

He also addresses issues such as social phobia, self-harm, personality concerns, paranoia, and severe mood disorders. Michael favors a mixed approach rather than a single method. He draws on Client-Centered Therapy to follow what matters most to the person in front of him.

He uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to identify unhelpful thoughts and change practical behaviors. He also includes Emotionally-Focused Therapy ideas and motivational interviewing when appropriate, and encourages lifestyle changes that support healing. He often talks about diet, movement, and mindful practices alongside talk therapy.

This reflects his personal health journey and how it shifted his work. Sessions are offered in English and delivered online by video call, phone, live chat, or text messaging. Michael holds the Florida LMHC credential FL LMHC MH10241 and has practiced since 2006, with his license in effect since 2009.

Approaches that translate to online parenting support

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and following what matters to the parent or caregiver. It creates space for people to describe their concerns and priorities, and helps the therapist shape sessions around those needs. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at how thoughts and actions keep problems going and gives clear steps to change habits and reactions; it is useful for anxiety, mood issues, and parenting stress.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with each person about goals, preferences, and daily routines, then try methods that fit. This is collaborative - adjustments are made based on what helps most over time rather than committing to one style from the start.

Online therapy offers flexibility for busy parents through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit short check-ins or full sessions around school, work, and appointments. Using online formats can help keep momentum between meetings and support consistent progress without extra travel time.

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.

Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)

Attends to the emotions underneath a recurring argument or distance, and to the attachment needs driving them. Often used where a relationship keeps returning to the same painful loop.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Michael commonly address?

He works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, bipolar issues, addictions, grief, parenting challenges, anger, ADHD, and compassion fatigue among other concerns.

What is his general approach in therapy?

He combines approaches to fit each person, using client-centered listening, cognitive behavioral techniques to change thoughts and behaviors, and motivational interviewing to support change.

How long has he been practicing?

He has 18 years of experience in the mental health field, with a Florida license as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor since 2009.

Where is he licensed and located?

He is licensed in Florida as FL LMHC MH10241 and practices from that state.

Which languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients work with him?

He does not accept international clients at this time.

What formats are available for sessions?

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

How are sessions paid for and started?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time; to begin, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to availability.

Specialties and expertise

Top specialties

Also works with

Addictions
ADHD
Anger management
Antisocial personality
Bipolar disorder
Cancer
Compassion fatigue
Coping with life changes
Depression
Grief
Mood disorders
Paranoia
Parenting issues
Personality disorders
Post-traumatic stress
Self-harm
Social anxiety and phobia

Therapeutic approaches

Experience: 18 years
Licensed: Florida
Languages: English

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