Nathaniel Johnston , LMHC

Nathaniel Johnston is a Florida-based licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) with 12 years of experience. He helps people manage stress and anxiety, address addictive behaviors, and cope with trauma and abuse. He also supports those facing depression, relationship problems, grief, and life transitions. Nathaniel works with clients on sleep and eating concerns, anger, self-esteem, career changes, ADHD, and intimacy-related issues.

He uses a flexible, client-centered style that adapts to each person’s needs. Sessions can be short-term or longer depending on what the client wants. Conversations focus on practical skills and clearer thinking so daily life feels more manageable.

Nathaniel draws from several approaches including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Emotionally-Focused Therapy, and Client-Centered Therapy. He explains techniques in plain language and helps people practice them between sessions.

People who are navigating relationship strain, family stress, or issues tied to abandonment and attachment will find a steady, respectful presence. He also supports concerns around chronic illness, caregiver stress, and career pressures. His style aims to be direct, compassionate, and goal-oriented.

Sessions are offered in English and scheduled from Florida. Nathaniel encourages people to take a first step even when it feels difficult, and he works with each person to set realistic goals and build new ways of coping.

Approaches that guide online work

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying personal values and taking actions that match those values. It helps people tolerate difficult thoughts and feelings while building a life that matters to them. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) works on recognizing unhelpful thinking patterns and testing new behaviors to reduce symptoms like anxiety and depression. It is practical and skills-based for everyday problems. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a respectful, nonjudgmental relationship where the client’s experience leads the work and the therapist offers empathy and support.

Nathaniel treats the choice of approach as a collaborative process. He will discuss options, explain what each method involves, and help determine which fits best for the client’s goals and preferences. The plan can change over time as needs shift.

Online sessions are offered by video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to increase flexibility. Video calls are useful for face-to-face conversation and practice exercises. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth or camera use is limited. Live chat and text messaging work for short check-ins, skill practice, or scheduling that fits a busy day. These options let people fit therapy into work, school, or caregiving routines without long travel.