- CBT and DBT skills
- Mindfulness practices
- Parenting and grief
About Michael
Michael Davis is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Florida with 19 years of experience. He helps adults manage stress, anxiety, depression, anger, addictions, relationship and parenting concerns, and issues tied to trauma and grief. Sessions focus on practical skills and clearer communication rather than labels or promises of quick fixes.
He uses a mix of cognitive behavioral approaches, dialectical behavior techniques, client-centered work, existential ideas, and mindfulness practices. Michael keeps sessions focused on concrete steps - identifying triggers, testing different responses, and building routines that reduce reactive behavior. He emphasizes collaboration and setting short-term goals to measure progress.
Much of his earlier clinical work was in-home, guiding parents and children through abuse, neglect, loss, and related family difficulties. That background informs how he talks about anger and stress - looking at patterns that repeat within relationships and daily life. He draws on experience helping people with ADHD, attachment and abandonment concerns, and substance issues when these affect mood and self-control.
In sessions he will work on specific strategies such as emotion regulation skills, thought-work to shift unhelpful beliefs, and mindfulness exercises to lower immediate reactivity. He also addresses communication and boundary-setting so everyday conflicts come up less often. The aim is steady, practical change rather than dramatic promises.
People who choose to work with him usually complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session. Costs vary depending on location and sessions use a cancellable subscription model. Sessions are conducted in English and international clients are not accepted.
How Michael Uses CBT, DBT and Mindfulness Online
Michael blends cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and mindfulness in straightforward ways that translate well to online work. CBT looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions and helps people test new, less-reactive responses. DBT teaches emotion regulation and distress-tolerance skills so intense feelings lead to fewer outbursts. Mindfulness practice builds moment-to-moment awareness so a person can notice a trigger before reacting.Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the early work. He collaborates with each person to choose methods that fit current goals, temperaments, and daily routines. That may mean trying skill-based DBT tools for several weeks or focusing on CBT experiments to reduce rumination about a workplace slight.
Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm the current online options before booking. Many people choose online sessions because they can fit appointments into work breaks, avoid travel time, or pick a shorter check-in when life is busy. Michael uses the chosen approaches to help make practical changes that fit into everyday life rather than relying on long theoretical talks.
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Experience
19+ years
Listed in
Florida, Michigan, Kentucky, New York
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of anger-related problems does he address?
He works with issues like losing temper with close people, built-up resentment, frustration at work, and living with someone else’s strong anger. He also addresses anger linked to trauma, grief, addiction, and parenting stress.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
He uses a practical, focused style that sets short-term goals and tries specific interventions. Sessions emphasize skills practice, thought-work, and clearer communication.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 19 years of professional experience, including work as an in-home therapist supporting parents and children through abuse, neglect, and loss.
What are his credentials and where does he practice?
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with KY LCSW and NY LCSW credentials and is based in Florida.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he work with clients outside the United States?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How much do sessions cost and how are payments handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. Specific rates depend on the chosen subscription plan.
What do I do to start a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session through the platform.