Rated 5.0 stars out of 5, 35 ratings

Mike Petagna

LPC, 8 years of experience

Authentic
Direct
Warm
Virtual
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About me

Hi! I'm Mike, a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) from AZ. Thank you for taking the time to look at my profile! I have many years of experience helping individuals heal from both substance use and mental health challenges. I have worked in community mental health and been involved in the 12-step community for many years. Prior to working in mental health, I had a career in accounting. I have a Biblical worldview that inspires and guides me in my work. I have been married since 1997 and raised 4 children. I also have 4 stepchildren, and 14 grandchildren. Boston is my hometown, but I have been living in AZ since 2015. I am a fan of the Patriots, the Celtics, and the Red Sox. I also like Marvel, Rocky and Star Trek movies. Don't be surprised if I throw in an occasional film quote in our sessions! I would love to help you achieve your treatment and/or life goals. I am available for therapy Monday-Thursday 8 AM - 8 PM, and Friday and Saturday 8 AM - 5 PM. If you believe that my skills, experience and approach would benefit you, I would love to hear from you!

Get to know me

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

In addition to determining the reason you are here in counseling and completing an intake questionnaire, my priorities during the first session is to make a connection with you and to give you hope. In subsequent sessions I will walk along side of you in an authentic, casual, relaxed, direct and educational style. I also use my sense of humor when appropriate.

The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions

My greatest strengths include Biblical worldview, integrity, compassion, and ability to connect with people. I am also solution focused and have insight and awareness into people and situations.

The clients I'm best positioned to serve

If you're ready for a better quality of life and are willing to put the work in, then perhaps this is the right time for you to start on your healing journey. I specialize in treatment for anxiety, autism, depression, coping skills for relapse prevention, self-esteem issues, grief and loss, stress, relationship and family issues, life transitions and parenting issues. I also emphasize self-care, resilience, and meaning and purpose in my efforts at guided self- discovery.

Specialties

Top specialties

Other specialties

Anger ManagementAnxietyAutismDepressionSelf EsteemSpirituality

I identify as

Serves ages

My treatment methods

Integrative

I'm pragmatic. I use a variety of treatment modalities to help people achieve their goals.

Location

Offers in-person in 11070 W Fargo Dr, Sun City, AZ 85351Virtual

Licensed in

Rated 5.0 stars out of 5, 35 ratings

5 ratings with written reviews

July 16, 2025

First time speaking with him & I felt very comfortable he’s was very welcoming and super genuine

Verified client, age 18-24

Review shared after session 1 with Mike

July 5, 2025

Mike was a good person to talk to. I was nervous at first and with him being authentic and easy to talk to helped me open up more than what i usually wood. To me it seems like Mike knows what he is doing to help you.

Verified client, age 25-34

Review shared after session 1 with Mike

April 29, 2025

I like working with Mike because he gives me ways to address my problems and challenges me to use them consistently.

Verified client, age 25-34

Review shared after session 16 with Mike