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Online therapist

Samuel Kurkiewicz

Calm, practical support for parenting and life changes

Credentials
LMHC
Experience
20 years
Licensed in
Florida
Languages
English
Format
Online sessions

About Samuel

Samuel Kurkiewicz is a licensed mental health counselor who uses practical, evidence-based approaches to help people manage stress, anxiety, depression, and life transitions. He draws on 20 years of professional experience to provide clear guidance for common struggles. Samuel writes and talks plainly in sessions so parents can focus on what matters most for their family concerns.

He helps clients tackle issues like low self-esteem, motivation and goal setting, and relationship and communication problems.

Background and approach

Samuel also addresses worries about money, career shifts, midlife questions, and feelings of emptiness or isolation. His work includes coaching-style support when people want concrete steps to move forward. Samuel blends Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Emotionally-Focused Therapy, choosing techniques that match each person’s situation.

He emphasizes practical tools that can be used between sessions. Clients learn to notice thoughts, test unhelpful beliefs, and practice new ways of relating to others. In sessions Samuel centers the person’s own strengths.

He invites straightforward conversation about what is working and what needs to change. He keeps the pace focused and actionable while allowing space for feelings and meaning to emerge. Samuel is licensed in Florida as an LMHC, license number FL LMHC MH24513.

He offers sessions in English and uses a mix of video, phone, chat, and text to fit busy schedules. To begin, people complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a time that works for them.

Therapeutic approaches adapted for online care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people notice painful thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, and then commit to small steps that reflect their values. It is useful for anxiety, stress, and life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on identifying unhelpful thought patterns and testing new behaviors to reduce symptoms like worry and low mood. It gives clear skills to practice between sessions.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Samuel will talk with each person about goals, preferences, and what feels most helpful. Together they choose techniques and adjust them as needed so therapy fits the person’s real life and schedule.

Online sessions make it easier to fit help into a busy week. Video calls allow face-to-face conversations, phone sessions offer a simple audio option, and live chat or text-based messaging supports short, on-the-go check-ins. These formats provide flexibility for parents and working people who need practical access to consistent support.

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

Less about arguing with difficult thoughts, more about loosening their grip and acting on what matters to you anyway. Values and committed action carry the work, which suits conversation at a distance.

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.

Frequently asked questions

What types of concerns does he address?
Samuel works with stress, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, career and parenting concerns along with relationship and communication problems.
What is his therapeutic style like?
He uses clear, practical methods and focuses on tools people can use between sessions. Conversations are straightforward and goal oriented.
How much clinical experience does he have?
Samuel has 20 years of professional counseling experience working with a range of common life challenges.
Where is he licensed and based?
He is licensed in Florida as an LMHC with license number FL LMHC MH24513.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
What session formats are available?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.
How do I get started with therapy?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist’s availability.

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