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Mike Petagna

Practical, compassionate help for life’s challenges

LPC Arizona

Experience
8 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Parenting
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Languages
English
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About Mike

Mike Petagna is an Arizona-licensed professional counselor (LPC) who focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety, addictions, parenting concerns, self-esteem, and life transitions. With eight years of clinical experience, he aims to create an individualized plan that respects each client's background and goals.

Background and approach

He emphasizes respectful, sensitive, and compassionate interactions while adapting conversations and strategies to what each person needs. He draws on evidence-informed approaches to support practical change, offering guidance for motivation, confidence, and coping during difficult periods.

His work includes attention to issues such as attachment, family dynamics, substance-related concerns, and challenges that arise from aging or major life adjustments. Mike frames therapy as a collaborative process and positions himself as a supportive partner as clients take initial and ongoing steps toward greater wellbeing.

Using evidence-based approaches in online therapy



Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors to improve mood and functioning; it is often used for anxiety, stress, and self-esteem concerns. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) teaches skills for emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, which can be helpful for managing intense emotions and improving communication.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Mike works collaboratively with clients to explore which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and he adapts tools over time as progress and circumstances evolve.

Online sessions are offered in multiple formats - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging - to provide flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care during life changes and help integrate therapeutic work into daily routines.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does this therapist commonly address?
Mike works with stress, anxiety, addictions, parenting challenges, self-esteem, and coping with life changes, along with related issues such as family problems, attachment, and substance-related concerns.
What is Mike's therapeutic style and approach?
He uses practical, evidence-informed methods and tailors sessions to individual needs, incorporating Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Solution-Focused techniques as appropriate.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has eight years of professional work experience providing counseling and support for a range of concerns.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Arizona with the credential AZ LPC LPC-19678.
Can he work with clients who live outside the United States?
He does not accept international clients at this time and provides services to clients located within Arizona.
Which session formats are available?
Sessions can be conducted via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to accommodate different communication 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 working together?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete the brief matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsParenting issuesSelf esteemCoping with life changes

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersPhobiasSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issues

Therapeutic approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Solution-Focused Therapy

Experience

8+ years

Licensed

Arizona

Languages

English