Mike Petagna , LPC

Mike Petagna is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Arizona with eight years of experience supporting people through stress, anxiety, addictions, parenting challenges, self-esteem concerns, and life transitions. He combines practical strategies with a compassionate, respectful approach to create treatment plans that reflect each person's unique circumstances and goals.

Mike works with clients on motivation, confidence, and coping skills, and he brings experience addressing a broad range of family and relationship concerns. He adapts conversations and therapeutic tasks to fit individual needs rather than relying on a single formula, making collaborative adjustments as progress unfolds.

Recognizing that seeking help takes courage, Mike emphasizes empathy and sensitivity while empowering clients to take actionable steps toward a more satisfying life. His practice focuses on building skills that support everyday functioning and long-term resilience, with an emphasis on tailoring care to what matters most to each person.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Sessions

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and patterns and replacing them with practical strategies and skills. It is often used for managing anxiety, stress, and difficulties with motivation or confidence, and it emphasizes actionable techniques to change how people think and behave.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, teaches skills in emotion regulation, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and mindfulness. It can be helpful for people who struggle with intense emotions, relationship conflicts, or impulsive behaviors by providing structured tools for managing overwhelming moments.

Solution-Focused Therapy centers on identifying goals and strengths and building small, achievable steps toward desired outcomes. It is goal-oriented and works well for clients seeking practical change in specific areas such as parenting, coping with life transitions, or reducing substance use.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Mike collaborates with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and he adjusts the plan as progress is made.

Online therapy options - including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging - offer flexibility for scheduling and steady access to support. These formats allow work to continue around busy lives, making it easier to practice new skills between sessions and to connect with a licensed professional from different locations.