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Mike Petagna, LPC

Compassionate LPC for life transitions
  • Stress and anxiety
  • Addiction support
  • Parenting help

About Mike Petagna

Mike Petagna is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Arizona with eight years of clinical experience supporting people through stress, anxiety, addictions, parenting challenges, and life transitions. He draws on practical strategies to help clients build motivation, strengthen self-esteem, and regain confidence while addressing the everyday pressures that undermine wellbeing.

Known for treating each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, he adapts conversations and care plans to reflect individual needs and circumstances. He works collaboratively to identify goals and to create interventions that are realistic and targeted, whether the focus is coping with addiction, improving parenting skills, or navigating major life changes.

Mike emphasizes empowerment and support throughout the therapeutic process, acknowledging the courage it takes to seek change and pursue a more fulfilling life. His approach balances evidence-informed techniques with a personalized plan so clients can move forward at a pace that suits them.

Areas of Expertise

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 Approach

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

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Mike Petagna have?

Mike Petagna has 8 years of professional experience.

Is Mike Petagna a licensed therapist?

Yes. He holds the LPC credential - Licensed Professional Counselor. License details: AZ LPC LPC-19678.

In which languages does Mike Petagna provide therapy?

Therapy is provided in English.

Where is Mike Petagna located?

He is located in Arizona.

How can I work with Mike Petagna as my therapist?

You can work with Mike Petagna through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Mike Petagna work with international clients?

Mike Petagna does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Mike Petagna 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 with therapy 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.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Mike Petagna uses approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to guide online work. CBT focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors to reduce symptoms like anxiety or low mood and to build practical coping skills. DBT teaches skills in emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, which can be especially useful for intense emotional states and relationship challenges.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Mike works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best match their goals, needs, and preferences, adjusting the plan over time as progress is made.

Online therapy sessions are offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to increase flexibility and accessibility. These options make it easier to fit care into a busy life, maintain continuity during transitions, and access support from home or elsewhere, while still working with a licensed professional to address stress, addictions, parenting concerns, and other challenges.

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