- Gottman Method
- ACT and CBT
- Mindfulness therapy
About Michael
Michael Keller is a Florida Licensed Mental Health Counselor (FL LMHC) with 30 years of clinical experience. He works with adults on issues such as addictions, relationship problems, low self-esteem, career stress, depression, trauma and abuse, anger, bipolar concerns, and coaching needs. Michael also lists additional focuses including caregiver stress, codependency, communication problems, divorce and separation, forgiveness, and guilt and shame.
He blends practical talk with structured approaches. Sessions tend to get to the main issues quickly, with straightforward conversation about what is happening now and what the client wants to change. He uses ideas from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Client-Centered Therapy to help people notice patterns and try new behaviors.
Michael draws on decades of work across nursing and counseling. That background informs how he looks at psychological, social, biological, and spiritual factors in a person’s life. He aims to shape each discussion and plan around the individual’s priorities and context.
In sessions he often focuses on skills that can be practiced between meetings. That can include mindfulness practices, clearer communication strategies, and exercises to shift rigid thinking. For people carrying guilt or shame, he addresses how those feelings affect relationships and daily choices.
He encourages people who are unsure about therapy to begin with a short screening and a first meeting to see how they feel about working together. The early sessions are used to clarify goals and agree a practical path forward.
Therapeutic approaches and online sessions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice thoughts and feelings without getting pushed around by them, then focus on actions that match their values. It is often used for anxiety, depression, and problems where avoidance keeps someone stuck.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and behavior. It teaches specific skills to challenge unhelpful thoughts and to test new behaviors that can reduce symptoms and improve daily functioning.
Client-Centered Therapy centers on open conversation and the client's own goals. The therapist follows the client's lead and helps clarify priorities and decisions, which can be useful for relationship issues, self-esteem, and career concerns.
Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Michael will help clients figure out which methods fit best based on their needs, goals, and preferences. That decision is collaborative and may shift as therapy continues.
If you are considering online sessions, confirm the current session formats before booking since they are not specified in the biography. Online work can make it easier to fit meetings into a busy life, shorten check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Therapists can adapt ACT, CBT, and client-centered techniques to remote sessions so the focus stays on practical tools and clear goals.
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Experience
30+ years
Listed in
Florida
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he address?
He works with addictions, relationship issues, self-esteem, career problems, depression, trauma and abuse, anger, bipolar concerns, and coaching needs, among other areas.
How does he approach guilt and shame?
He uses practical conversation and therapeutic tools to look at how guilt and shame affect behavior and relationships, aiming to identify patterns and workable changes.
What background and experience does he bring?
He has 30 years of experience and combines a nursing background with long-term counseling work to consider psychological, social, biological, and spiritual factors.
What credential does he hold and where does he practice?
He is a Florida LMHC and practices in Florida.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the US work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are offered?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as formats are not specified in the source biography.
How do fees and starting therapy work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. To begin, select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger or thinking about harming yourself, use the crisis numbers.