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Kyle Short, LMHC

Therapist in Florida

Practical counseling for change and recovery

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Kyle Short

Profile checklist

  • CredentialsLMHC
  • License listedLMHC, Florida (no. MH19530)
  • NPI number1073199048
  • Experience10 years listed
  • LanguageEnglish
  • Main areas of focusStress, Anxiety, Addictions, Self esteem, Bipolar disorder
  • Approaches includeAcceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing
  • FormatOnline sessions through BetterHelp

Details as listed on the therapist’s BetterHelp profile.

  • Addictions and co-occurring disorders
  • Goal focused work
  • Values based support

About Kyle

Kyle Short is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) based in Florida with ten years of clinical experience. He works with adults and adolescents who face substance use alongside ongoing mental health challenges. Kyle frames his work around practical change and steady progress rather than quick fixes.

He meets people where they are and focuses on clear, doable steps. Sessions often center on setting goals, learning new coping skills, and working through obstacles that get in the way of daily life. Kyle emphasizes growth that fits each person's pace and priorities.

His background includes experience with mood disorders, anxiety, addictions, trauma, and issues around identity and relationships. He also addresses concerns like body image, eating difficulties, anger, and the effects of abandonment or foster care histories. That range helps when problems overlap or feel connected.

Kyle uses a mix of well-known therapeutic methods to guide sessions. He blends approaches that help with changing unhelpful thoughts, clarifying values, and keeping motivation moving forward. Therapy is collaborative; clients set goals and Kyle supports each step toward them.

People who choose Kyle often want straightforward, skills-based help for complex problems. He aims to make change feel manageable and to help clients build tools they can use after sessions end.

How therapeutic approaches shape online care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, focuses on clarifying what matters to a person and taking actions that match those values. It helps when someone feels stuck or wants to move toward a more meaningful life despite difficult thoughts or feelings. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, CBT, looks at how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors interact and teaches practical skills to change patterns that cause distress. CBT is often used for anxiety, depression, and many everyday problems.

Finding the right approach is part of therapy. The therapist will work together with each person to figure out which methods fit their goals and preferences. That means trying ideas, checking what helps, and adjusting the plan as needed so progress is steady and relevant.

If you are considering online therapy with this clinician, confirm the current session options before booking since formats are not listed here. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, shorten travel time, and allow for quicker check-ins between major appointments. Many people find remote sessions useful for keeping momentum when managing addictions, mood issues, or stress while juggling other responsibilities.

Areas of expertise

Also works with

LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefEating disordersAnger managementCoping with life changesADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAntisocial personalityBody imageCommitment issuesDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDParanoiaPersonality disordersSocial anxiety and phobiaTrichotillomaniaYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Motivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

10+ years

Credentials

Florida

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Kyle commonly address?

Kyle works with stress, anxiety, addictions, mood disorders, trauma, relationship and identity concerns, and related issues such as eating problems and anger.

What is Kyle's therapeutic style like?

He uses a practical, collaborative style that focuses on goal setting, skill building, and small steps toward change.

How long has he been practicing?

Kyle has ten years of experience working with adults and adolescents with co-occurring substance use and mental health needs.

What credential does he hold and where is he based?

He is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, licensed in Florida and practices in that state.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can people outside the U.S. work with him?

International clients are not currently accepted.

How is cost handled for sessions?

Cost varies by location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with Kyle?

Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.

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