- ACT techniques
- CBT strategies
- DBT skills
About Michael
Michael Hutchinson is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Florida with six years of post-licensure practice. He lists stress, anxiety, relationship problems, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, depression, addictions, LGBT concerns, family issues, grief, anger, career matters, bipolar disorder, life changes, and ADHD among the concerns he works with.
Hutch began working in mental health in 2012 and became a Florida LMHC in 2018. His background includes inpatient, outpatient, and community-based settings. That variety informs how he responds to problems that feel urgent or persistent.
He describes a constructivist orientation and uses evidence-based techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Sessions focus on noticing thoughts and behaviors, testing unhelpful patterns, and developing practical alternatives. He also draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and existential ideas when they fit a person’s goals.
Hutch aims to support clients as the experts on their own lives. He does not hand down advice; instead he helps people clarify their values and make choices that match those values. This can be useful for people dealing with mounting resentment, workplace frustration, or repeated angry reactions.
He keeps learning new interventions and theories to broaden what he can offer. People who choose to work with him typically meet with someone who emphasizes clear skills, practical discussion, and collaborative problem solving.
How his approaches translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on identifying what matters to you and taking small committed steps toward those values while learning to live with difficult thoughts. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the connections between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and uses practical exercises to change patterns that increase anger or anxiety. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) teaches skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and clearer communication when relationships are strained.Choosing the right approach is part of the work. He will collaborate with each person to test methods and adjust what’s being used based on goals and how someone responds. That means sessions can include skill practice, values clarification, or cognitive exercises depending on what is most helpful.
Session formats are not detailed in the original biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, shorten check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Many people find that doing skills practice between sessions helps translate what they learn into everyday situations.
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Experience
6+ years
Listed in
Florida
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, depression, addictions, grief, anger, and a range of other concerns listed in his profile.
How would you describe his therapy style?
He uses a constructivist approach that emphasizes evidence-based techniques. Sessions focus on practical skills from CBT, ACT, and DBT alongside client-centered discussion.
What relevant experience does he have?
He has worked in mental health since 2012 and has been licensed in Florida since 2018, with experience in inpatient, outpatient, and community settings.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) licensed in Florida and practices from that state.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
International clients are not accepted at this time.
How is cost handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started?
Choose the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.