- Behavioral medicine focus
- Mood disorder experience
- Practical anger strategies
About Michael
Dr. Michael Woulas is a Florida Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with 41 years of clinical experience. He works with adults who struggle with stress, anxiety, anger, mood disorders, ADHD, addictions, and relationship or parenting concerns. He also addresses trauma, intimacy-related issues, and eating problems.
He uses behavioral medicine and evidence-based therapeutic techniques in practical ways. Sessions focus on identifying patterns that escalate anger and frustration. He talks through concrete strategies for managing strong emotions and improving daily functioning.
Dr. Woulas trained in psychology and completed osteopathic medical training, which he says has informed his clinical perspective. He has a long history providing behavioral healthcare, including work with mood disorders, chronic pain, and addictions.
Earlier in his career he consulted for law enforcement recruitment and created regional psychological screening programs. After moving to Florida he developed the state’s first jail suicide prevention training program and has provided workplace consulting on recruitment and selection.
He gives public talks and local seminars on domestic and social violence and offers training in marital and family relations. He has worked in private practice in Southwest Florida since 1985 and is the author of The Ticking Time Bomb: Anger, Rage, and Emotional Volatility of Bipolar Disorder, Type II, plus a co-authored book titled Focus on You; Your Needs Matter Too.
Therapeutic approaches and how online sessions can help
Dr. Woulas draws on behavioral medicine techniques that focus on changing habits and reactions. These methods break down unhelpful patterns and teach alternative behaviors. They are often used for anger, mood instability, and daily stress.He also uses evidence-based approaches for mood and anxiety that emphasize skill-building, tracking symptoms, and practical problem solving. These approaches help people manage strong feelings and reduce episodes of severe mood shifts.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will discuss goals, symptoms, and preferences and then try strategies that fit the client's needs. That process is collaborative and may evolve as progress is tracked.
Confirm which session formats are offered before booking, since the biography does not list them. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life by removing travel time, allowing shorter check-ins when needed, and making it simpler to meet during a break from work. They also let people continue care when they are living in different places, including international locations. Licensed professionals can adapt exercises and homework to work well in remote sessions.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
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Experience
41+ years
Listed in
Florida
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, anger, bipolar disorder, depression, ADHD, addictions, relationship and family concerns, trauma and abuse, intimacy issues, eating problems, and parenting challenges.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
He uses behavioral medicine and evidence-based therapeutic techniques with a practical focus on behaviors and emotional patterns that drive anger and mood problems.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He brings 41 years of experience in behavioral healthcare, including long-term private practice in Southwest Florida since 1985.
What credentials and location are listed?
He is a Florida LMFT (Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist) practicing in Florida.
Can I work with him if I live outside the United States?
Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients, but confirm session options before booking.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not specify session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What should I do to get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.