LMFT
Dr. Michael Woulas , LMFT
Therapist in Florida
Online therapy - get matched and start messaging.
About Michael
Over a 41-year career he has diagnosed and treated a wide range of mood-related conditions, worked with pediatric and adult populations, and provided consultation to organizations. He founded a regional psychological screening program for law enforcement recruitment while consulting with the Central Massachusetts Chiefs of Police Association. After relocating to Florida, he created the state of Florida's first jail suicide prevention training program and has assisted local businesses with personnel recruitment and training.
He has lectured publicly and led seminars on domestic and social violence, and he offers training in marital and family relations. Dr. Woulas has maintained a private practice in Southwest Florida since 1985. 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, published with April O'Leary of O'Leary Publishing. He lives in Southwest Florida with his wife and is a father of three sons.
Evidence-Based Care and Remote Treatment Options
Dr. Woulas applies principles of behavioral medicine to help clients understand how thoughts, behaviors, and physical symptoms interact. This approach often includes practical strategies to manage mood, reduce anxiety, and address chronic pain by changing daily habits and coping responses. He also draws on family and marital therapy techniques to address relationship patterns, improve communication, and support families navigating conflict, parenting challenges, or intimacy-related concerns. For mood disorders and anger-related issues he emphasizes skills-based interventions that teach emotion regulation, problem solving, and relapse prevention to support lasting change.
Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process. Dr. Woulas works collaboratively with clients - assessing needs, goals, and preferences - to determine which evidence-based methods fit best and adjusting the plan as progress unfolds.
Online therapy options such as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging make it easier to access care from different locations and schedules. These modalities provide flexibility for those balancing work, family, or mobility needs and allow licensed professionals to deliver tailored, focused treatment across distances.
Frequently asked questions
How much experience does Dr. Michael Woulas have?
Dr. Michael Woulas has 41 years of experience providing behavioral healthcare services.
Is Dr. Michael Woulas a licensed therapist?
Yes. He holds the LMFT credential and is licensed as FL LMFT MT978.
In which languages does Dr. Michael Woulas provide therapy?
Dr. Woulas provides therapy in English.
Where is Dr. Michael Woulas located?
Dr. Woulas is located in Florida.
How can I work with Dr. Michael Woulas as my therapist?
You can work with Dr. Michael Woulas through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Dr. Michael Woulas work with international clients?
Yes, Dr. Michael Woulas works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Dr. Michael Woulas cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Experience
41+ years
Licensed
Florida
Languages
English
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