Dr. Michael Woulas

Dr. Michael Woulas helps people who are feeling overwhelmed by anger, anxiety, stress, or mood changes. He brings a steady, practical style to sessions and focuses on real-life problems that affect daily functioning. He is Dr. Michael Woulas, LMFT, and he practices in Florida.

He has practiced behavioral healthcare for 41 years. During that time he has diagnosed and treated anxiety, many forms of depression, bipolar-related mood volatility, ADHD, addictions, and chronic pain. He has combined psychological education with osteopathic medical training to inform his clinical perspective.

Earlier in his career he created psychological screening for law enforcement recruitment in Central Massachusetts and developed a jail suicide prevention training program after moving to Florida. He has also consulted with employers on recruitment and with local organizations on domestic and social violence issues.

In Southwest Florida he has maintained a private practice since 1985. He gives public talks and local seminars on domestic and social violence, and on marital and family relations. He lives in Florida with his wife and has three sons.

He wrote The Ticking Time Bomb: Anger, Rage, and Emotional Volatility of Bipolar Disorder, Type II, a practical guide about causes of violence in families and society. The book is available through major booksellers. He also co-authored Focus on You; Your Needs Matter Too with April O'Leary.

How therapeutic approaches guide online care

Dr. Woulas uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that emphasize behavior and mood regulation. One common technique focuses on behavioral strategies to change unhelpful routines and reactions; it helps people reduce impulsive anger and manage anxious or depressive patterns. Another approach centers on mood monitoring and coping plans to address mood swings and bipolar-related volatility, helping people notice triggers and use concrete steps to stabilize daily life.

Finding the best approach is part of the work together. The therapist will collaborate with each person to identify what fits their needs, goals, and preferences. Techniques may be adjusted over time as progress and challenges become clearer.

The biography does not list specific session formats for online work, so confirm current options before booking. In general, online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, avoid travel time, or choose a shorter check-in when schedules are tight. Talk with the therapist or intake team about which session arrangements work best for your routine and communication preferences.