Therapist profile
Dr. Michael Woulas, LMFT
Florida
LMFT for Mood and Anger Concerns
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- CredentialsLMFT
- LicenseLMFT, Florida / MT978
- NPI1790839769
- Experience41 years
- LanguagesEnglish
- LocationFlorida
About
- Anger management
- Mood disorders
- Addictions support
About Michael
Dr. Michael Woulas is an LMFT - a licensed marriage and family therapist in Florida - with 41 years of experience in behavioral healthcare. He works with adults who are struggling with stress, anxiety, anger, mood disorders, ADHD, addictions, relationship and family concerns, trauma and abuse, intimacy issues, eating problems, and parenting challenges.
He frames problems in practical terms and uses psychological and osteopathic-informed perspectives together. That means he looks at behavior, mood, and how the body and stress responses interact. He has a long history treating anxiety, most forms of depression, bipolar spectrum issues, chronic pain-related problems, and addictive behaviors.
Dr. Woulas developed regional programs early in his career, including psychological screening for law enforcement recruitment and the first jail suicide prevention training program in his state. He has also consulted with businesses, led local seminars on domestic and social violence, and provided training in marital and family relations.
He has been in private practice in Southwest Florida since 1985 and combines clinical experience with public education work. He is the author of The Ticking Time Bomb: Anger, Rage, and Emotional Volatility of Bipolar Disorder, Type II, and coauthor of Focus on You; Your Needs Matter Too.
People looking to understand and manage anger, mood swings, stress, or addictive patterns will find a practitioner who emphasizes long experience, practical strategies, and a focus on observable behavior and mood changes.
How sessions work
How evidence-based techniques translate to online work
Dr. Woulas applies well-established, evidence-informed techniques that focus on mood regulation and behavior change. One common approach addresses mood disorders by helping people recognize patterns in thinking and acting that fuel anger or depressive episodes, and then practicing new responses to those patterns. Another approach looks at stress and addictive behaviors with practical skills for managing triggers, cravings, and high-arousal states so they interfere less with daily life.Finding the right mix of methods is collaborative. The therapist and client review symptoms, goals, and how much structure the person prefers. Over time they adjust techniques and homework to match what actually helps in day-to-day situations rather than following a fixed plan.
Confirm current session options before booking since formats are not specified in the biography. Online sessions can help fit work and family obligations by removing travel time and making it easier to schedule brief check-ins or regular weekly meetings. They also let people use quieter surroundings, lower-bandwidth options, or phone-based check-ins when full video is not convenient. Licensed professionals can adapt pacing, practice tasks, and session length to the client’s schedule while focusing on skills to reduce anger, improve mood stability, and manage stress.
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Experience
41+ years
Listed in
Florida
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he address related to anger?
He works with anger alongside stress, anxiety, bipolar and depression, as well as related issues like addictions and relationship strain.
What is his general approach in sessions?
He uses clinical and osteopathic-informed perspectives to look at behavior and mood. Sessions focus on practical strategies to manage symptoms and patterns.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has practiced in behavioral healthcare for 41 years, including private practice in Southwest Florida since 1985.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is an LMFT - a licensed marriage and family therapist - licensed in Florida and practices from that state.
Does he offer sessions in other languages?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He does accept international clients; confirm session options and any scheduling needs when you book.
How does billing and cost work?
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.
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