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Michael Bombka

Compassionate care for stress, trauma, and mood concerns

LMHC Florida

Experience
25 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Trauma and abuse
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Attachment-Based Therapy
Languages
English

About Michael

Michael Bombka is a Florida-licensed mental health counselor with 25 years of professional experience supporting people facing stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, and depression.

Background and approach

He approaches each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, tailoring conversations and treatment plans to the individual’s particular circumstances and goals. Drawing on a range of therapeutic methods, he focuses on practical steps and thoughtful reflection to help clients move toward greater motivation, confidence, and emotional balance.

Michael emphasizes collaboration in therapy, meeting clients where they are and adjusting strategies as needs evolve. His long experience informs a steady, client-centered style that aims to make the therapeutic process accessible and purposeful.

Those who choose to work with him can expect a customized plan rather than a one-size-fits-all approach. He frames the decision to begin therapy as a courageous step and positions himself as a supportive partner in the work of creating a more satisfying and resilient life.

Therapeutic Approaches for Online Care and Growth

Michael integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Attachment-Based Therapy into his online practice. CBT focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors to reduce symptoms like anxiety and depression and to build practical coping skills. Attachment-Based Therapy explores how early relationship patterns shape current emotional responses and interpersonal difficulties, helping clients develop more supported ways of relating and regulating emotions.

Choosing the right approach is a shared process. He collaborates with clients to assess goals, preferences, and life circumstances, and then adapts methods from these therapies to fit what feels most useful and doable for the individual. This flexibility allows treatment to evolve as progress is made and needs shift.

Online therapy with him is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to increase accessibility and convenience. These formats make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules and to maintain continuity of care across distances, while allowing the therapist and client to work together on practical skills, emotional processing, and relationship patterns in ways that suit the client's life.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Michael focus on in therapy?
He works with stress, anxiety, relationship problems, trauma and abuse, self-esteem issues, and depression based on his stated specialties.
What is Michael's therapeutic style and approach?
He uses a collaborative, client-centered stance and draws from approaches including CBT, attachment-based techniques, existential ideas, EMDR, and hypnotherapy to tailor care to each person.
How long has he been practicing?
He has 25 years of professional experience working with clients in various mental health concerns.
Where is Michael licensed to practice?
He is licensed in Florida as an LMHC with licence number FL LMHC MH7297.
Does he offer services in other languages or to international clients?
He provides services in English and accepts international clients according to the provided information.
Which session formats are available for working together?
Sessions can be scheduled as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to suit different preferences.
How are fees and subscriptions handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to begin therapy with him?
To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions based on the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Therapeutic approaches

Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Existential TherapyEye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)HypnotherapyJungian TherapyMindfulness TherapyNarrative TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused TherapySystemic Therapy

Experience

25+ years

Licensed

Florida

Languages

English