Licensed to practice in Connecticut and accepts 36 insurances. Specializes in ADHD, Life Transitions, Peer Relationships and 7 more.

Mike Gentil

LMFT, 6 years of experience
Intelligent
Humorous
Open-minded
VirtualAvailable

About me

Therapy for college students, young adults, and teens who want real answers—not buzzwords. College, career moves, and young adulthood can leave you feeling burnt out, overwhelmed by overthinking, or stuck in a loop with anxiety and ADHD. You don't need a cold, clinical interrogation or stiff posture—you need a practical, real-world space to work through what's going on. I offer a laid-back, down-to-earth, and no-nonsense space where you can show up exactly as you are. We’ll skip the heavy medical jargon to focus on what actually works for your life. Together, we’ll cut through the mental clutter, call out the patterns holding you back, and build concrete CBT/DBT tools to get you moving forward with clarity, confidence, and humor.

Get to know me

In our first session together, here's what you can expect

Your first session is a low-pressure conversation to help us see if we’re a good fit. No pop quizzes, no pressure, and no expectation to have everything figured out before you jump on the call. We’ll map out what’s currently going on, pinpoint what feels stuck, and discuss what you actually want out of therapy. I’ll share a bit about how I work so you know what to expect, and by the end of our 50 minutes, we’ll outline a realistic, game-plan approach designed around your life—not a cookie-cutter treatment plan.

The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions

My greatest strength is turning complex, overwhelming thoughts into clear, manageable action steps. Clients often tell me they appreciate my relatable, humorous, and straightforward style—it makes therapy feel collaborative rather than rigid. I excel at spotting hidden patterns fast, helping you cut through the noise, build emotional resilience, and make lasting changes that extend far beyond our weekly sessions.

The clients I'm best positioned to serve

I specialize in working with college students, young adults, teens, and men who are tired of feeling stuck in anxiety, academic or workplace stress, ADHD challenges, or major life transitions. If you prefer a dynamic, practical therapist who balances empathy with honest accountability—and isn't afraid to bring a bit of humor into the room—we will be a great match. Whether you're looking to break out of a rut, manage daily stress, or finally get a handle on your overthinking, we'll focus on real strategies that fit your actual daily life.

Specialties

Top specialties

ADHD

Other specialties

Anxiety

Depression

Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)

Self Esteem

Identifies as

Serves ages

Teenagers (13 to 17)

Licensed in

Location

Virtual

My treatment methods

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) as a collaborative and practical approach to help clients understand the connection between their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. Together, we identify patterns that may be contributing to distress or keeping you stuck, and we work to replace them with more balanced, realistic ways of thinking and responding. In sessions, I focus on helping you build skills you can use outside of therapy—such as reframing negative thoughts, improving emotional regulation, and developing healthy coping strategies. CBT is structured, goal-oriented, and tailored to your unique needs and pace. Whether you’re working through anxiety, depression, stress, or relationship challenges, we’ll use evidence-based tools to help you gain insight, make meaningful changes, and feel more in control of your life.

Solution Focused Brief Treatment

I use Solution-Focused Therapy to help clients identify their strengths, resources, and what’s already working in their lives. Instead of dwelling on problems, we focus on building solutions and creating small, achievable steps toward your goals. This approach is positive, collaborative, and future-oriented—designed to help you gain clarity, confidence, and momentum. Together, we’ll highlight what’s possible and turn your insights into meaningful change.

Dialectical Behavior (DBT)

I use DBT to help clients find balance between acceptance and change. Through skills like mindfulness, emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and effective communication, we work together to build stability, resilience, and healthier relationships.

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