- Goal focused
- Warm listening
- Skill building
About Samuel
Samuel Kurkiewicz is a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) in Florida who centers his work on helping people manage stress, anxiety, relationships, self-esteem, career concerns, and depression. He emphasizes practical steps and clear goals so people can begin to feel steadier and more capable. Samuel writes in a direct, supportive way and encourages people to take the first step toward change.
With 20 years of experience, he draws on several approaches to fit different needs. He uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice unhelpful patterns and try new actions. He also brings client-centered and emotionally focused ideas to create a respectful, listening space where a person can explore what matters most.
Samuel often works with people facing life transitions, low motivation, or the strain of parenting and career pressures. He helps with common problems such as communication difficulties, control issues, feelings of emptiness, guilt and shame, jealousy, and isolation. He also addresses money and financial issues as they affect everyday decisions and stress.
Sessions focus on practical skills and clearer thinking. Samuel supports clients in setting realistic goals, building better routines, and improving how they relate to others. He encourages small, steady steps toward change rather than all-or-nothing solutions.
People who choose Samuel can expect a direct, encouraging tone and a focus on what can be done now. He invites clients to name priorities and work together on achievable plans that fit real life.
How therapeutic approaches translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck, then focus on actions that match their values; it often supports work on life purpose, anxiety, and motivation. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy identifies unhelpful thinking and tests new behaviors to reduce symptoms and improve daily routines; it is useful for anxiety, depression, and stress. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathic listening and a respectful, nonjudgmental stance to help people feel heard and understand their own goals.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Samuel will collaborate with each person to choose methods that fit their needs, goals, and preferences. That might mean starting with skills-based CBT exercises, using ACT to clarify values, or leaning on empathic listening while practical steps are developed.
Confirm the current online session options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy week, cut travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. It can also let people use telephone or lower-bandwidth options when video is difficult. Discuss formats and scheduling after completing the matching questionnaire so sessions line up with everyday life.
Areas of focus
Frequently asked questions
What problems does Samuel help with?
He helps people facing stress, anxiety, relationship and parenting challenges, low self-esteem, career questions, depression, and coping with life changes. Additional focus areas include communication problems, control issues, guilt and shame, loneliness, and money and financial issues.
What is his therapeutic style like?
He uses practical, goal-oriented methods and a respectful, listening approach. Sessions emphasize skills, clearer thinking, and steps you can try between meetings.
How much experience does he have?
Samuel brings 20 years of professional counseling experience working with common life and mental health concerns. That background informs his practical, problem-solving focus.
What credentials and location are on record?
He holds the credential LMHC, listed as a Florida LMHC, and practices in Florida.
Which languages are used in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with him?
He does not take international clients at this time.
How are costs and billing handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to begin therapy?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions based on the therapist's availability.