- 25 years experience
- Person-centered focus
- Works with addictions
About Douglas
Dr. Douglas Rodriguez helps people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship concerns, depression, and life transitions. He is a Florida Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) with 25 years of professional experience. He frames therapy as a collaborative effort where small steps lead to clearer choices and calmer days.
He aims to treat each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. Sessions focus on what matters most to the person in front of him, and he adapts conversations and plans to each individual’s needs. That can mean working through overwhelming emotions, reducing compulsive behaviors, or making sense of a major life change.
Dr. Rodriguez uses client-centered methods to create a conversational, person-focused atmosphere. He also draws on motivational interviewing to help people find internal reasons to change. Solution-focused techniques are used to identify immediate, practical steps that move someone forward.
He has extensive experience across common mood and anxiety problems, process addictions, relationship strains, and financial stressors. He listens for what is getting in the way and helps build realistic strategies to cope and make progress.
People who choose him often want straightforward, respectful guidance and a plan they can use between sessions. To begin, he invites a short intake to match goals and schedule the first visit.
How his approaches translate to online work
Dr. Rodriguez uses client-centered Therapy to keep sessions focused on the person's experience and priorities, helping people feel heard and steering the conversation by what matters most to them. Motivational Interviewing helps surface personal reasons for change and builds the will to try new behaviors. Solution-Focused Therapy looks for small, practical steps that can be tried between sessions to produce measurable progress.Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. He will discuss options and tailor methods based on a client's goals, needs, and preferences. That decision is collaborative and can shift as progress is made or priorities change.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so please confirm available options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, shorten travel time, and allow quick check-ins when progress tracking is helpful. It also makes it possible to use conversational, goal-focused methods in a way that fits daily life and supports steady steps toward change.
Areas of focus
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he help with?
He supports people facing stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, depression, and coping with life changes, plus related concerns such as guilt, isolation, and money and financial issues.
How would you describe his therapy style?
He uses a conversational, person-centered style and adapts sessions to each person's needs. He aims to listen carefully and help clients set practical goals.
What is his professional background?
He brings 25 years of professional experience working in clinical settings and helping people with mood, anxiety, and addictive behaviors.
Which credentials and region apply to his practice?
He is a Florida Licensed Mental Health Counselor, listed as LMHC, and practices in Florida.
In what language are sessions held?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are session costs handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to get started?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.