- CBT methods
- Motivational interviewing
- Client-centered work
About Evan
Evan Burton is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Florida with six years of clinical experience. He works with adults facing stress, anxiety, addictions, low self-esteem, depression, grief, trauma and related concerns including parenting and life purpose. Sessions also address issues such as body image, codependency, mood disorders, obsessions and compulsions, and process addictions.
Evan uses straightforward, practical methods. He draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy or CBT to help people see links between thoughts, feelings, and actions. He also uses client-centered techniques that focus on the person in front of him and motivational interviewing to support change when readiness is mixed.
In the first sessions he finds out what helps someone most and adapts his approach rather than sticking to a single method. If something isn’t working, he switches course. He has led groups teaching CBT skills and ran family groups for loved ones of people with substance issues and eating disorders.
Sessions tend to focus on clear, doable strategies and on spotting patterns that keep problems going. People can expect direct conversation about coping skills, behavior changes, and goal-focused steps. He treats counseling as a collaborative process and involves clients in deciding what to try next.
Evan emphasizes practical progress over labels. He frames therapy as a place to sort through what matters now, to reduce unhelpful patterns, and to try new ways of handling work, relationships, parenting, or recovery from loss and trauma.
How Evan uses therapeutic approaches online
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them and then choose actions that align with their values. It can be useful for anxiety, depression, and questions about life purpose. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying connections between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and teaching practical skills to change unhelpful patterns. That approach is often used for anxiety, mood problems, and compulsive behaviors.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Evan treats approach selection as a team effort and adjusts methods based on a person’s needs, goals, and how they respond in sessions. He will try methods, check in about how they land, and change direction if something isn’t helping.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. In general, online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, shorten travel time, and allow check-ins that are brief when needed. Discussing which methods and rhythm of sessions fit your life is part of the first conversations with a licensed professional.
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Experience
6+ years
Listed in
Florida
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, depression, trauma, grief, relationship and parenting concerns, and related issues such as body image and life purpose.
How would he approach feeling stuck or directionless?
He uses practical methods like CBT to map thoughts and behaviors, and motivational interviewing to explore readiness for change. The focus is on identifying small steps that fit the person's goals.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has six years of practice as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Florida and has led groups teaching CBT and coping skills.
What is his credential and where does he practice?
He is an LMHC licensed in Florida and provides services based in that state.
Can sessions be conducted in a language other than English?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he work with international clients?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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