- Values-focused
- Evidence-informed
- Collaborative
About Michael
Michael Hutchinson is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) practicing in Florida. He introduces himself as Hutch and keeps sessions focused on what matters most to each person. His goal is to meet clients where they are and help them find workable steps forward.
Hutch uses practical, evidence-informed tools drawn from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, while keeping a broader constructivist view of each person's experience. He pays close attention to trauma, mood challenges, relationships, and addictions. He also helps with career-related stress and transitions when those concerns come up.
His background includes work in inpatient, outpatient, and community settings, which gave him experience with both short-term and longer-term problems. He has been active in mental health work since 2012 and held his Florida license since 2018. That mix of settings shapes how he approaches problem solving in sessions.
In sessions he emphasizes self-determination and treats the person as the expert on their life. Conversations aim to clarify values, map choices, and build skills that fit each person’s goals. He avoids giving direct prescriptions and instead helps people notice patterns and try manageable changes.
Hutch keeps learning and integrating new approaches into his work. He combines practical behavior strategies with attention to meaning and relationships. People who want focused, goal-oriented conversations about stress, mood, career, or trauma may find his style direct and collaborative.
Hutch uses practical, evidence-informed tools drawn from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, while keeping a broader constructivist view of each person's experience. He pays close attention to trauma, mood challenges, relationships, and addictions. He also helps with career-related stress and transitions when those concerns come up.
His background includes work in inpatient, outpatient, and community settings, which gave him experience with both short-term and longer-term problems. He has been active in mental health work since 2012 and held his Florida license since 2018. That mix of settings shapes how he approaches problem solving in sessions.
In sessions he emphasizes self-determination and treats the person as the expert on their life. Conversations aim to clarify values, map choices, and build skills that fit each person’s goals. He avoids giving direct prescriptions and instead helps people notice patterns and try manageable changes.
Hutch keeps learning and integrating new approaches into his work. He combines practical behavior strategies with attention to meaning and relationships. People who want focused, goal-oriented conversations about stress, mood, career, or trauma may find his style direct and collaborative.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsGriefAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesADHD
Additional focus areas
AbandonmentAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureCaregiver issues and stressDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDomestic violenceEmptinessForgivenessHoardingImpulsivityMen's issuesObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harmSex addictionSexual assault and abuse
Therapeutic approaches
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Existential TherapyGottman MethodMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy
Experience
6+ years
Credentials
Florida
Languages
English
How his approaches translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify what matters and take small actions that align with those values. It’s useful for anxiety, low mood, and life changes where direction and motivation are challenges. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking and testing new behaviors to change how someone feels and functions; it is often used for anxiety, panic, OCD, and depression. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening, empathy, and the person’s own goals, giving space for someone to make sense of their experience and decide what to try next.Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with the person about goals, preferences, and what has helped or not helped before. Together they decide which methods to try and adjust them over time based on what is working.
If you are considering online sessions, confirm current session options before booking since formats are not specified in the biography. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, shorten travel time, and allow flexible scheduling around work or family demands. It can also let people use phone or lower-bandwidth options when that better fits a day or moment. Ask about formats and scheduling when you complete the matching questionnaire so you can plan sessions that suit your routine.
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, addictions, self-esteem, grief, anger, ADHD, career matters, and related concerns.
What is his general approach in sessions?
He blends Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with a constructivist, client-centered stance. Sessions focus on values, choices, and practical skills tailored to each person.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has worked in mental health since 2012 and has been licensed as an LMHC in Florida since 2018, totaling about six years since licensure.
Where is he licensed and based?
He is a Florida LMHC and practices in the state of Florida.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for and what does cost look like?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.