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Tony Byrd , LMHC

Therapist in Florida

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About Tony

Tony Byrd is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) based in Florida with 27 years of experience across inpatient and outpatient behavioral health settings. He blends cognitive behavioral, existential, reality, and recreation/leisure therapies to create practical, individualized treatment plans that invite active participation throughout the recovery process.

Mr. Byrd brings deep experience treating a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, relationship problems, substance use and addiction, anger, ADHD, self-esteem and personality issues. His background includes work in substance abuse and chemical dependency programs, drug court settings, trauma care, forensic environments, interventions related to suicide and self-harm, sex offender treatment, and child and adolescent behavior modification across more than eight different companies and institutions.

Therapeutic work with Tony emphasizes education, clear treatment goals, and collaborative planning so that individuals remain engaged from assessment through progress and follow-up. He also addresses issues relevant to LGBT individuals and complex co-occurring conditions, and he supports families and partners facing grief, intimacy and parenting challenges. Tony offers experienced, steady guidance intended to help people navigate difficult transitions and regain a sense of agency in their lives.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care with Tony Byrd

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors. It is often used to address anxiety, depression, stress, and many everyday coping challenges by teaching practical skills for symptom management and behavioral change.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) blends skills training in emotion regulation, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and mindfulness. It can be especially helpful for individuals struggling with intense emotions, impulsivity, self-harm behaviors, or relationship instability.

Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) centers on patterns in close relationships and helps clients and couples understand and reshape emotional responses to improve connection and trust. It is useful for addressing intimacy issues, relationship conflict, and attachment-related concerns.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Tony works collaboratively with clients to determine the best fit based on needs, goals, and preferences. Licensed professionals and therapists may adapt methods over time so that treatment aligns with changing circumstances and progress.

Online therapy offers flexible access to these approaches through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. This range of options supports scheduling around work, family, and life demands and can make consistent care more accessible for people managing distance, mobility, or hectic routines.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Tony Byrd have?

Tony Byrd has 27 years of experience.

Is Tony Byrd a licensed therapist?

Yes. He holds the credential LMHC, which stands for Licensed Mental Health Counselor. License details: FL LMHC MH12081.

In which languages does Tony Byrd provide therapy?

Tony Byrd provides therapy in English.

Where is Tony Byrd located?

Tony Byrd is located in Florida.

How can I work with Tony Byrd as my therapist?

Work with Tony Byrd is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Tony Byrd work with international clients?

Tony Byrd does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Tony Byrd cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as 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 that helps match the individual with the therapist. Depending on availability, the first session can then be scheduled and may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseAnger managementBipolar disorderDepression

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesSelf esteemCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

Antisocial personalityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommunication problemsDrug and alcohol addictionForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDParanoiaPersonality disordersPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injury

Therapeutic approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Existential TherapyMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

27+ years

Licensed

Florida

Languages

English

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