Michael Shaughnessy, LMHC

Florida · 39 years in practice

Michael Shaughnessy is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with 39 years of clinical experience in Florida.

License and registration

LMHC, Florida: MH9936 · expires March 2027
NPI: 1255300380 · national provider identifier
Years in practice: 39
Languages: English

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About Michael

Michael Shaughnessy is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with 39 years of clinical experience in Florida. He brings a straightforward, down-to-earth manner to sessions and uses humor and real-life examples to help people face hard problems. Many who reach out have already tried other options and come to therapy as a last resort; Michael treats that choice with respect and persistence.

He has worked in inpatient settings for substance abuse, co-dependency, and eating disorders, and has been in independent practice for decades both in group and solo settings.

Background and approach

That variety of work means he has sat with people dealing with depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, and relationship struggles. He has also helped individuals who feel lost after major life changes or who are worn down by caring for others. Michael follows an eclectic style but leans toward experiential methods and client-centered work.

He emphasizes acceptance of self and others and often shares his own life lessons when it helps move a conversation forward. His approach aims to be practical and human rather than technical. Sessions are direct but warm.

He says he never gives up on someone and looks for small, steady steps forward. People can expect an engaged therapist who mixes insight, energy, and a tenacious spirit to help them address whatever brought them in.

Michael works with a wide range of issues including stress, addictions, relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, eating issues, LGBT concerns, family matters, grief, intimacy-related problems, parenting strain, anger, career transition, depression, and compassion fatigue. He conducts sessions in English and accepts international clients.

Focus areas and approaches

Everything Michael lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.

Stress, Anxiety
Addictions
Relationship issues
Trauma and abuse
Eating disorders
LGBT
Family conflicts
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Parenting issues
Anger management
Career difficulties
Depression
Coping with life changes
Compassion fatigue

Approaches Michael names

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Online support

Existential and Client-Centered Work Online

Existential therapy helps people examine the big questions shaping their lives - meaning, freedom, responsibility, and how to navigate change. It can be useful when someone feels stuck, adrift, or overwhelmed by life transitions. Client-centered therapy focuses on listening deeply and offering a nonjudgmental space where a person’s own goals guide the work. It supports people who need empathy, validation, and gradual self-direction.

Finding the right approach is a shared process. Michael will work collaboratively to see which ideas and practices fit a person’s needs and goals. He often blends existential questions with client-centered listening so therapy is both reflective and practical, adapting methods as progress is made.

Online sessions are offered by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different schedules and preferences. Video lets people talk face-to-face, phone calls are helpful when internet bandwidth is limited, and messaging or chat can suit shorter check-ins or those who prefer typing. These options make it easier to keep therapy consistent around work, travel, or family demands while still working on meaningful life issues.

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Questions people ask

What concerns does Michael commonly address?

He helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, relationship and intimacy issues, trauma and abuse, eating issues, grief, family and parenting strain, career concerns, and compassion fatigue.

What is his general therapy style?

He practices an eclectic, client-centered style with an emphasis on experiential work and acceptance. Sessions are often conversational, practical, and occasionally laced with humor.

How long has he been practicing?

He has 39 years of experience working in a variety of settings, including inpatient treatment and independent practice.

What credentials and location are listed?

He is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) licensed in Florida and maintains a independent practice there.

Which languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English and he also accepts international clients.

What session formats are available?

Sessions can be conducted by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

How is cost handled?

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

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