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Michael Davis, LCSW

Therapist in Florida

Compassionate LCSW helping people through addiction and loss

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Michael Davis

Profile checklist

  • CredentialsLCSW
  • Licenses listedLCSW, Florida (no. SW9839); LMSW, Michigan (no. 6801089679); LCSW, Kentucky (no. 253588); LCSW, New York (no. 097915)
  • NPI number1164603163
  • Experience19 years listed
  • LanguageEnglish
  • Main areas of focusStress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse, Anger management, Self esteem
  • Approaches includeClient-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Existential Therapy
  • FormatOnline sessions through BetterHelp

Details as listed on the therapist’s BetterHelp profile.

  • Client-centered care
  • Skill-focused sessions
  • Practical strategies

About Michael

Michael Davis is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) based in Florida who helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, grief, and addictions. He draws on nearly two decades of experience to support clients through difficult life changes and relationship challenges. Michael aims to create a warm, nonjudgmental space where people can talk honestly about what they are facing.

He uses practical, goal-focused steps in sessions so progress is clear and measurable. Conversations often include skills to manage strong emotions, strategies to change unhelpful thinking, and work on communication patterns. He combines client-centered listening with structured methods when a problem calls for a plan.

Michael's background includes long experience doing in-home therapy with children, parents, and groups, which shaped his hands-on, problem-solving style. That work involved helping people handle trauma, loss, and family conflict and guiding caregivers through stressful situations.

In sessions he checks in about what matters most to each person and adjusts the approach to fit their goals. He emphasizes collaboration and keeps sessions focused on practical interventions that move a person toward greater stability and satisfaction.

People who choose him can expect straightforward feedback, skill-building exercises, and a steady focus on steps that help with coping, reducing symptoms, and improving relationships.

How Michael Uses Therapy Approaches Online

Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes understanding each person's experience and building a trusting relationship before focusing on change. It helps when someone needs a listening space to name feelings and decide what matters most to them.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing new behaviors. It is useful for anxiety, depression, and many day-to-day challenges where clear steps and homework can reduce symptoms.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy, known as DBT, teaches skills to manage intense emotions, tolerate distress, and improve relationships. It often helps people who struggle with anger, emotional swings, or difficulty regulating reactions.

Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. Michael will collaborate with each person to choose methods that fit their goals and preferences. Together they set aims, try techniques, and adjust the plan as progress is made.

If you are considering online therapy, check which session formats the therapist currently offers before booking. Confirming session options will tell you whether video, phone, or another format is available. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time while keeping work focused on practical skills and emotional coping.

Areas of expertise

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefParenting issuesCoping with life changesADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommunication problemsDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Existential TherapyMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

19+ years

Credentials

Florida, Michigan, Kentucky, New York

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What issues does Michael commonly address?

He supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, addictions, relationship problems, parenting strain, ADHD, and trauma-related concerns.

What is his therapeutic style like?

Michael offers a personable, non-judgmental approach that blends listening with structured techniques to help clients reach clear goals.

How much clinical experience does he have?

He has 19 years of clinical experience working in individual, family, and group settings, including extensive in-home work.

What are his professional credentials and location?

He holds LCSW credentials and is licensed in Kentucky and New York while practicing in Florida.

Which languages are offered for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

What session formats are available?

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How does payment or cost work?

Cost varies with location and availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with him?

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