About Michaela
Michaela Carney is a licensed mental health counselor practicing in Florida. She has five years of clinical experience helping people with stress, anxiety, relationship struggles, trauma and abuse, and questions about life purpose. Michaela believes people know their own story and brings a supportive presence to guide them toward clearer choices.
Her approach starts with listening and building on strengths. Sessions focus on practical steps that fit daily life. Conversations aim to boost confidence, reduce overwhelming feelings, and make relationships easier to navigate.
Background and approach
Michaela uses a mix of methods to match each person's needs. She may draw on cognitive behavioral strategies to change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. For trauma work she integrates trauma-focused techniques and EMDR when appropriate.
When relationship patterns are a concern, she uses ideas from the Gottman Method to help improve communication and reduce conflict. Client-centered work keeps sessions grounded in the client's goals and pace. She offers help in English and Portuguese.
People who are dealing with workplace stress, social anxiety, impulsivity, separation or divorce, and issues related to narcissism or men's concerns can find focused support. Michaela encourages small, manageable steps and stays practical about change.
Therapeutic approaches for online care
Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and following the client's pace. The therapist creates space for people to tell their story, identify strengths, and choose goals that matter to them.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at how thoughts influence feelings and actions. It uses clear, practical exercises to change unhelpful thinking and build new habits for anxiety, stress, and workplace problems.
EMDR and trauma-focused techniques help when past events continue to cause strong reactions. These approaches use structured methods to reduce distress and help people feel less triggered by memories.
Finding the right approach is a shared process. The therapist will discuss options and work with the person to pick methods that match their needs, goals, and comfort level. Plans are adjusted over time as progress and preferences become clearer.
Online therapy is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video sessions let people connect face-to-face when schedules allow. Phone sessions work well when bandwidth is limited or a shorter check-in is needed. Live chat and text messaging provide flexibility for quick updates, ongoing support between sessions, or those who prefer writing over speaking.
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Specialties and expertise
Top specialties
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Trauma and abuse
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Therapeutic approaches
- Experience
- 5 years
- Licensed
- Florida
- Languages
- English, Portuguese