He is absolutely wonderful! He understands and actually listens to what I have to say. He always offered great solutions and pushes me to always do better!
Michael Northsea, LMHC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Michael is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Michael. View 13 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Florida
Recent reviews
Great therapist. He always has a suggestion for my issues and sends me messages me week to check up or offer some advice. Best therapist I've ever had.
More about Michael
- 18 years' experience
- Male
- LMHC
Hello, my name is Michael. I have been a License Mental Health Counselor in Florida since 2009 and have been in the mental health field since 2006. I have worked with a wide range of clientele from individuals with several and chronic mental illness to suicidal adolescents to inmates facing life sentences. I wanted to tell you a little story about myself.
In 2015, I was diagnosed with Testicular Cancer and treated it with chemotherapy. In 2017, I was diagnosed with Acute Promyelocytic Leukemia which I learned was a side effect of this initial chemotherapy. I spent a month in the hospital, only growing worse and nearly meeting my demise. I knew I needed a new approach. I began my journey into naturalistic healing with food, herbs, and life-style changes. I was able to heal myself. This experience changed my life and way I counsel. I now believe that the use of food, herbs, and lifestyle changes help your mood, mind, everything!
So, I have been thinking a lot about my counseling style. To be honest, I really don’t have one in particular. I use a collective approach. I use a little CBT, DBT, Motivational Interview, Person First, and even Emotion Code. However, I don’t believe just talk therapy makes someone 'happy'. It is a holistic approach. I encourage clients to mediate, exercise, eat whole food.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Trauma and abuse
Self esteem
Bipolar disorder
Depression
Addictions
Grief
Parenting issues
Anger management
Coping with life changes
Compassion fatigue
ADHD
Antisocial personality
Cancer
Mood disorders
Paranoia
Personality disorders
Post-traumatic stress
Self-harm
Social anxiety and phobia
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Michael Northsea's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1831692003.
- LMHC · Florida · MH10241 · Expires March 2025
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.
Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.
Reviews for Michael Northsea
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
He is absolutely wonderful! He understands and actually listens to what I have to say. He always offered great solutions and pushes me to always do better!
Great therapist. He always has a suggestion for my issues and sends me messages me week to check up or offer some advice. Best therapist I've ever had.
I have worked with about 4-6 different therapist and none of the have help me like Michael Northsea has been able to. I really enjoy his pov on life and he has helped me work thought so many different obstacles. I will be eternally grateful for him and the book “The Emotion Code” .
Michael offers a very neutral approach which I can appreciate because I have come to realize since starting therapy, that I am very easily overwhelmed. Through this it has helped me relay to my partner when it is starting to become too much rather than becoming snappy and rude. I am excited and lucky to find a therapist that I feel has been 100% helpful to me and approached with my best interest. Thank you Michael.
My experience with Michael has changed my mind about therapy and how it works. Michael has allowed me to share feelings I have and taught me how to express them with out losing my temper; which for a while seemed like the only emotion I knew how to express. Michael is a great teacher and an awesome listener. Our next task is working on being more mindful of tasks I perform. Thank you Michael and Thank you BetterHelp!
Empathetic, easy to talk to, responsive, and solution-oriented. Really glad to have found Michael.
Such a wonderful therapist! He is a great listener and always has great advice about any and every problem that ever comes up. He also offers so many good resources and natural remedies to any issue that comes up! He has truly been a huge support and has changed my life!
Had my second session of therapy with Michael this morning and I am so thankful we were connected through BetterHelp. I have never tried therapy but always knew it was needed. Very happy with the communication we share as well as the worksheets he send me.
Just the best most compassionate soul. He has a lot light and patience.
Absolutely wonderful therapist! Actually listens to what I’m saying and gives great suggestions to better my life and stop my anxiety
Really good and understanding of your needs
His experience is evident, significant progress in therapy with him is made in weeks not years,
Very nice, very effective, very understanding, very considerate, very good listener, very good at giving actionable/efficacious advice, very flexible, very good overall therapist in every way I could hope for really.. and that’s just 3 sessions in, very much looking forward to continuing therapy with Michael, I think he has the skill set that I need my therapist to have to manifest tangible positive results in my life.
Frequently asked questions
Does Michael Northsea offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Michael Northsea works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Michael Northsea speak?
Michael Northsea speaks English.
How many years of experience does Michael Northsea have?
Michael Northsea has 18 years of experience.
Where is Michael Northsea licensed to practice?
Michael Northsea is licensed to practice in Florida.
Does Michael Northsea accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Michael Northsea does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Michael Northsea offer?
Michael Northsea offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Michael Northsea?
Michael Northsea can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Michael Northsea?
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.