- Stress and anxiety
- Addiction support
- CBT approach
About E.
E. Troy Nielsen is a licensed mental health counselor who focuses on men's wellbeing and practical support for everyday problems. He works with issues like stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship struggles, low self-esteem, and depression. His style is straightforward and respectful, and he aims to create a space where clients can talk honestly about what matters to them.
With 20 years of clinical experience, he adapts conversations and plans to each person's needs. He uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help people spot unhelpful thinking and try different behaviors. Sessions tend to focus on clear goals, small steps, and skills you can use between meetings.
He also brings attention to life areas that commonly affect mood and relationships, such as adoption and foster care history, caregiver stress, blended family challenges, and substance use concerns. He listens for patterns that sap motivation or feed emptiness, and works with clients to test practical changes that might feel more manageable.
People can expect direct feedback, collaborative goal-setting, and exercises tailored to real-life routines. The work is paced to the client; some people prefer a steady series of planned sessions, while others start with a few meetings to address an urgent problem.
He practices in Florida and offers sessions in English. If you want to explore whether he might be a good fit, choosing a short intake and describing your main concerns is a helpful first step.
How CBT and focused therapy translate to online work
CBT, or Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and try different actions to change mood and behavior. It often includes short exercises, thought records, and behavior experiments that fit into daily life and can be done between sessions.In session the therapist helps break big problems into smaller, manageable steps. That approach is useful for issues like anxiety, low motivation, and alcohol or drug concerns because it emphasizes clear tasks and measurable changes.
Finding the right approach is collaborative. The therapist will discuss goals, test techniques, and adjust based on what works for the client. Together they decide whether to focus on skills practice, problem-solving, or a mix of methods tailored to the client's needs and preferences.
The therapist's biography does not list specific online or in-person session formats, so confirm which formats are offered before booking. Online work can make scheduling easier and help sessions fit into busy lives, such as shorter check-ins around a work break or avoiding travel time. Licensed professionals often use a mix of discussion and practical exercises so clients can practice changes between meetings.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
20+ years
Credentials
Florida, Utah
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, self-esteem, and depression, plus related areas such as adoption and foster care, caregiver stress, blended family challenges, and substance use concerns.
What is his therapeutic style?
He uses a practical, goal-focused approach that emphasizes clear steps and skills. The work is collaborative and geared toward things clients can try between sessions.
How much experience does he have?
He has 20 years of professional experience working with a range of emotional and behavioral concerns.
What are his credentials and where does he practice?
He holds LMHC and LCMHC credentials and is based in Florida.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the country work with him?
He is not accepting international clients at this time.
How are session formats arranged?
The original biography does not specify session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How does payment and scheduling work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. To begin, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.