- Client-Centered Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused Therapy
About Douglas
Dr. Douglas Rodriguez is a Florida-licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) with 25 years of clinical experience. He works with people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship strain, depression, and life changes, including social anxiety and phobia.
He focuses on practical conversation and clear goals. Sessions usually involve talking through current problems, identifying small steps, and checking what helps most. He adapts the pace to each person and looks for straightforward ways to reduce day-to-day distress.
Dr. Rodriguez draws on Client-Centered Therapy to listen closely and follow the client's lead. He uses Motivational Interviewing to support decisions about change and Solution-Focused Therapy to build on what already works. These approaches are used to address mood problems, panic, obsessive behaviors, and process addictions among other concerns.
Across his career he has worked with people facing divorce, guilt and shame, loneliness, workplace pressures, and aging-related issues. He also helps those navigating money stress, questions of life purpose, and recurring patterns in relationships such as attachment concerns or infidelity.
The therapy process is collaborative and goal-oriented. Early sessions clarify what a person wants to address and set small, practical steps. Later work reviews progress and adjusts strategies so sessions stay relevant to everyday life.
How his approaches guide online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and responding to what matters most to the client, helping people feel heard while they decide next steps. It is useful for reducing anxiety and clarifying relationship concerns.Motivational Interviewing helps people weigh options and strengthen their own reasons for change. It is practical for addictions, process behaviors, and making lifestyle shifts where motivation is uneven.
Solution-Focused Therapy looks for small, achievable changes that build momentum. It suits people who want quick, concrete steps for stress, workplace problems, or episodic panic.
Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will talk with the client about goals, preferences, and what has worked before, then propose a mix of methods. That plan is reviewed and adjusted as needed in collaboration with the client.
Confirm the available session formats before booking, as the biography does not list specific options. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy around daily life, shorten some check-ins, and reduce travel time. Licensed professionals can also adapt sessions to quieter surroundings, lower bandwidth, or shorter workday breaks so therapy fits practical needs without promising a specific format.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
25+ years
Listed in
Florida
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He helps people with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship strain, depression, and coping with life changes including social anxiety and phobia.
What is his therapeutic style?
He practices a conversational, goal-focused style that emphasizes listening, small practical steps, and regular review of progress.
How much experience does he have?
He has 25 years of professional experience working with a wide range of mood and behavior concerns.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is an LMHC licensed in Florida and practices from Florida.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He is not currently accepting international clients.
How are sessions scheduled and what does it cost?
Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time; cost varies with location.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.