- Emotionally-Focused Therapy
- Client-Centered work
- Cognitive Behavioral techniques
About Douglass
Dr. Douglass Lobo is a Florida LMHC with 30 years of experience. He focuses on stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, parenting, ADHD, addictions, relationship and intimacy-related issues, depression, and related concerns. He also addresses sleeping problems, anger, self-esteem, career questions, and coping with life changes.
He has long experience in school and juvenile settings and in private practice. His work has included roles with public and charter school systems. He has helped young people from foster care and juvenile justice backgrounds and has consulted with several school systems about student and program needs.
In sessions he listens without judgment and offers straightforward feedback. He uses client-centered methods to follow what matters most to the person in front of him. He also draws on cognitive behavioral techniques to identify unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and on motivational interviewing to support change.
Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) is part of his stated approach when emotions and relationship patterns are central to the work. Mindfulness tools are used to help manage stress and improve attention and sleep. Practical strategies are blended with discussion so people leave with things they can try between sessions.
He describes counseling as a collaborative effort rather than a quick fix. Many clients notice movement in a few sessions, while others use longer-term work for deeper changes. Prospective clients are asked to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session to begin.
How his approaches translate to online work
Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) focuses on identifying and expressing core emotions and the patterns that keep people stuck. It can help when strong feelings and relationship patterns are hard to name. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening and following the client's priorities, making space for what the person brings and helping them clarify goals. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at connections between thoughts, feelings, and actions and offers practical exercises to change unhelpful patterns.Deciding which approach to use is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with each client to choose methods that fit their needs, goals, and preferences rather than imposing a single style. That collaboration includes checking in and adjusting techniques as work progresses.
Confirm the specific session formats before booking so you know what is currently offered. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, for example by avoiding travel and making short check-ins possible during a break. Some formats need less bandwidth or do not require being on camera, which can help on days when a full video session is difficult. Talk with the therapist after completing the matching questionnaire to find arrangements that match your schedule and practical needs.
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Experience
30+ years
Listed in
Florida
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, parenting challenges, ADHD, addictions, relationship and intimacy-related issues, depression, and related problems.
What is his therapy style like?
He uses a client-centered approach and offers direct feedback. He also uses CBT and motivational interviewing techniques when helpful.
How much experience does he have?
He has 30 years of experience working in schools, juvenile settings, and private practice.
What are his credentials and location?
He is a Florida LMHC practicing in Florida.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English and he does accept international clients.
What session formats are available?
Please confirm current session options before booking so you know which formats are offered at the time.
How does payment work?
Costs vary 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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