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Berekat Petros , LPC, LMHC

Experienced counseling for anxiety, mood, and life challenges
  • Anxiety and depression support
  • Bipolar and PTSD care
  • Substance use concerns

About Berekat Petros

Berekat Petros is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), licensed in Texas and Florida, who brings over 12 years of experience supporting individuals with a broad range of concerns. He works with people who want to strengthen day-to-day well-being and life satisfaction, as well as those navigating chronic and persistent mental health challenges.

His background includes helping clients address anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, adjustment-related stress, post-traumatic stress (PTSD), and substance use concerns, among other difficulties that can affect mood, relationships, and overall functioning. With a steady, supportive style, he aims to help clients move through the challenges that led them to seek counseling and develop practical ways to cope and move forward.

Berekat Petros welcomes individuals who are ready to begin therapy and are looking for an experienced counselor to partner with them in the change process.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyAnger managementSelf esteemBipolar disorderDepression

Also Specializes In

AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefParenting issuesCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesADHD

Additional Focus Areas

Attachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Drug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImmigration issuesImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harmSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Berekat Petros have?

Berekat Petros has 12 years of experience working with individuals across a wide range of concerns, from everyday stress and life transitions to more persistent mental health challenges.

Is Berekat Petros a licensed therapist?

Yes. Berekat Petros is licensed as an LPC and an LMHC. License details include TX LPC 71956 and FL LMHC MH26828.

In which languages does Berekat Petros provide therapy?

He provides therapy in English and Amharic.

Where is Berekat Petros located?

Berekat Petros is located in Florida.

How can I work with Berekat Petros as my therapist?

You can work with Berekat Petros through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, depending on what fits your needs and what is available.

Does Berekat Petros work with international clients?

No. Berekat Petros does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Berekat Petros cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire to help match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Practical approaches, delivered through online therapy

Berekat Petros integrates evidence-informed methods that can translate well to online sessions. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating a supportive space where clients feel heard and respected while they clarify what matters most and identify meaningful goals. This approach can be especially helpful when stress, relationship strain, or life changes make it hard to know where to start.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps clients notice patterns in thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, then practice new ways of responding. It is often used for concerns like anxiety, depression, and adjustment difficulties by building skills that can be applied between sessions. Mindfulness Therapy supports learning to relate differently to distressing thoughts and feelings by strengthening present-moment awareness, which can be useful when emotions feel intense or overwhelming.

Because everyone is different, finding the right approach is part of the process. Berekat Petros collaborates with clients to choose strategies that fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting over time as circumstances change.

Online therapy can make it easier to get support in a way that fits real life. Sessions may take place through video calls or phone sessions, and clients can also use live chat or text-based messaging for added flexibility and accessibility.

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