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Michael Gaskin
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, CPRS-V

Michael Gaskin

Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, CPRS-V

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3 Endorsed
Valrico, FL 33596
Let's Connect (813) 669-4195
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Hello and Blessings! I am committed to providing a safe, compassionate, non-shaming, and non-judgmental environment where you can discuss and navigate the complexities of life. With 20+ years of military service, I specialize in working with diverse clients, from adolescents to senior citizens, including veterans and their families. My areas of expertise include addressing Marital and Premarital relationship concerns, family/parental/children distress, post-traumatic stress Disorder, emotional dysregulation, grief, and substance use concerns.
Sharing personal experiences is essential to the therapeutic process that leads to positive emotional change. I use an Emotionally Focused Therapeutic approach to develop strategies that enhance the awareness, acceptance, regulation, and transformation of emotions, thereby encouraging the creation of new, meaningful experiences in your life.
Hesitation to attend therapy is common because we may not trust someone new with our problems. Finding a therapist with whom you feel comfortable and who aligns with your needs is vital. A suitable therapist should be trustworthy, reliable, non-shaming, and nonjudgmental. I would be honored to take this journey with you. Thank you for considering me.
Take the first step to help. Call or Michael Gaskin now - (813) 669-4195

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Excelsis Behavioral Health

Valrico, FL 33596

(813) 669-4195
I offer therapy sessions in person and online from 11 am to 8pm.
I specialize in Family Conflict, Marital and Premarital and Behavioral Issues 
$85 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  
Let's Connect (813) 669-4195
Photo of Michael Gaskin, Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, CPRS-V

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Excelsis Behavioral Health

Valrico, FL 33596

(813) 669-4195
I offer therapy sessions in person and online from 11 am to 8pm.
I specialize in Family Conflict, Marital and Premarital and Behavioral Issues 
$85 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $85
  • Couple Sessions $125
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

Cash, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Florida Blue
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Couple & Family Sessions first 3 sessions are 90 mins. My apologies. I do not accept insurance for couples or family therapy.
Photo of Michael Gaskin, Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, CPRS-V
Michael Gaskin
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, CPRS-V
or call with questions - (813) 669-4195
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Couple & Family Sessions first 3 sessions are 90 mins. My apologies. I do not accept insurance for couples or family therapy.
Photo of Michael Gaskin, Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, CPRS-V
Michael Gaskin
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, CPRS-V
or call with questions - (813) 669-4195

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Supervised by Stephan Edwards (Florida / MT1552) Michael Gaskin
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 6 years
  • Attended Capella University, MS-Marriage and Family Therapy, Graduated 2023
  • Additional Credentials

  • Membership with American Association of Marriage and Family Therapy 245828 / 2022
  • Certificate from Certified Recovery Peer Specialist / CRPS-V (Veteran) P100049 / 2020
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Michael Gaskin
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, CPRS-V
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (813) 669-4195
Photo of Michael Gaskin, Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, CPRS-V
Michael Gaskin
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, CPRS-V
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (813) 669-4195

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Family Conflict
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Behavioral Issues

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Anxiety
  • Body Image
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Domestic Abuse
  • Drug Abuse
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Grief
  • Impulse Control Disorders
  • LGBTQ+
  • Men's Issues
  • Mood Disorders
  • Parenting
  • Personality Disorders
  • Relationship Issues
  • Spirituality
  • Substance Use
  • Teen Violence
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Veterans
  • Women's Issues
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Michael Gaskin
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, CPRS-V
Do these issues align with your needs? or (813) 669-4195
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Michael Gaskin
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, CPRS-V
Do these issues align with your needs? or (813) 669-4195

3 Endorsements

Shamika Gaskin
Shamika Gaskin
Registered Mental Health Counselor InternMAMBANCCNLPCPLC
I endorse Michael's professionalism and outstanding abilities to understand and show compassion to his clients.
Mark Nelson Sr.
Mark Nelson Sr.
Marriage & Family Therapist InternMSMFTRMFTI
Michael is a personable, knowledgable clinician who creates an environment that affords his clients the space to achieve their therapeutic goals.
Dr. Josh Littleton
Dr. Josh Littleton
Licensed Mental Health CounselorPhDNCCCLC
Michael's structured and collaborative approach to veterans' care truly empowers our heroes, providing comprehensive, compassionate, and transformative support at every step.

Client Focus

Age

Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Religion

Christian

Age

Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Religion

Christian

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Attachment-based
  • Christian Counseling
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Cognitive Behavioral Family Therapy (CBFT)
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Family / Marital
  • Family Systems
  • Gottman Method
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Multicultural
  • Relational
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Trauma Focused
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I often use an Emotionally Focused Therapeutic approach to guide individuals, couples, and families toward strategies that promote the awareness, acceptance, regulation, and transformation of emotions to create new meanings.
Photo of Michael Gaskin, Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, CPRS-V
Michael Gaskin
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, CPRS-V
or call with questions - (813) 669-4195
"
I often use an Emotionally Focused Therapeutic approach to guide individuals, couples, and families toward strategies that promote the awareness, acceptance, regulation, and transformation of emotions to create new meanings.
Photo of Michael Gaskin, Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, CPRS-V
Michael Gaskin
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, CPRS-V
or call with questions - (813) 669-4195

Location

Primary Location

Excelsis Behavioral Health

Valrico, FL 33596

(813) 669-4195

Nearby Areas

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I offer therapy sessions in person and online from 11 am to 8pm.
Photo of Michael Gaskin, Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, CPRS-V
Michael Gaskin
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, CPRS-V
Take the first step to help. Call now - (813) 669-4195
"
I offer therapy sessions in person and online from 11 am to 8pm.
Photo of Michael Gaskin, Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, CPRS-V
Michael Gaskin
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, CPRS-V
Take the first step to help. Call now - (813) 669-4195