About Mike
Mike Petagna is a licensed professional counselor who helps people facing stress, anxiety, addictions, parenting challenges, and low self-esteem. He works with clients who are trying to cope with life changes and wants to make practical progress toward feeling more capable and calm. Mike writes treatment plans to fit each person's situation rather than using the same approach for everyone.
He brings eight years of experience as an Arizona LPC. In sessions he aims to listen carefully and respond with respect and sensitivity. Conversations focus on clear goals and small, workable steps clients can try between meetings. This might include practicing new ways of handling stress, breaking down worries, or trying different routines to support recovery from substance use.
Mike uses methods that help people change unhelpful thinking and build better coping skills. He also draws on strategies that help with emotion regulation and short-term solution planning. These approaches are chosen together with each client based on what fits their needs and daily life.
Sessions are intended to be collaborative and direct. Mike encourages questions and checks in on progress regularly so plans can be adjusted as needed. He emphasizes practical tools clients can use right away to manage anxiety, improve confidence, or handle parenting pressures.
People who want straightforward, goal-focused support may find his style helpful. If you are ready to look at small changes that add up over time, he can help you map out the next steps and stay on track.
How Mike’s Approaches Work Online
Mike commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy in straightforward ways. CBT helps people notice and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, which can reduce anxiety and improve problem solving. DBT focuses on managing intense emotions and building practical skills for better coping and interpersonal balance.He also uses Solution-Focused Therapy to keep conversations goal-oriented and action based. That approach looks for small changes that lead to quick wins and helps clients track progress between sessions. Choosing the right mix of methods is a team effort; the therapist will work with each client to decide which approaches match their goals and day-to-day needs.
Confirm the available session formats before booking, since specific delivery options are not listed here. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow brief check-ins when a full office visit is impractical. It can also make practicing skills in real-life settings simpler because clients can try tools between meetings and report back quickly. The therapist and client will plan sessions to suit routines, preferences, and goals so the work stays useful and manageable.
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Mike commonly address?
He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, parenting challenges, low self-esteem, and coping with life changes, plus related issues such as attachment and family of origin problems.
What is the therapeutic style in sessions?
Sessions focus on clear goals and practical steps. The approach is collaborative and tailored to each person's needs.
How much clinical experience does he have?
Mike has eight years of professional work experience as a licensed counselor in Arizona.
What credentials and location are listed?
He holds an LPC credential and practices in Arizona.
Which languages are supported and can international clients join?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as specific formats are not listed here.
How are costs handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with this therapist?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.