MEET Michael McManus, LCSW

Michael McManus, LCSW
Psychotherapist
"I believe in working with clients to discover and enhance their internal strengths and potential. I believe that each of us has the ability to significantly improve our life situation and by taking that journey with a therapist we can move forward more rapidly on our path to self discovery and empowerment." Michael
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I enjoy working with adults and teenagers dealing with self esteem issues, depression, relationship issues, identity issues, divorce recovery, substance abuse and couples therapy.

Adjustment Disorder

Adjustment Disorder is a type of stress-related mental illness.  It is a short-term condition that occurs when a person has great struggle coping with, or adjusting to, a particular source of stress.  Some sources include marriage, divorce, starting school or staring a new job.  You may feel anxious or depressed and normal daily routines may feel overwhelming.  In essence, you have a hard time adjusting to change in your life, and it has serious consequences.

Behavioral Symptoms

  • Frequent crying jags
  • Fighting with other people
  • Being unusually argumentative
  • Ignoring bills and other financial obligations
  • Avoiding friends, family, and loved ones
  • Poor work or school performance
  • Being late to work or school frequently
  • Excessive absenteeism
  • Vandalizing and destroying property

Psycho-Social Symptoms

  • Sadness
  • Loss of self-esteem
  • Feeling isolated, apart from others
  • Hopelessness
  • Inability to feel joy or pleasure
  • Anxiety and nervousness
  • Feeling “on-edge”
  • Feelings of being overwhelmed
  • Self-harm
  • Thoughts of suicide

"Courage doesn't always roar. Sometimes courage is the little voice at the end of the day that says I'll try again tomorrow."

-MARY ANNE RADMACHER

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Contact Me

Lakeshore Drive Therapy
Michael McManus, LCSW Psychotherapist
76 Allen Lakeshore Drive
​Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459

Phone: (850) 837-0123
contactmcmanus@gmail.com

Hours:
Thu: 3pm-7pm 
Fri: 9am-4pm
Mon-Wed: I am in Miramar Beach and Niceville.
Texting is the most efficient and direct way to contact me. 
​*Do not text or submit private health information.

Helpful Links For Adjustment Disorder

  • Heathline.com - Offers helpful information and trusted health advice for people who are suffering from Adjustment Disorder.
  • WebMD.com - A great resource for people looking for information, treatment, symptoms and advice on many conditions or disorders such as Adjustment Disorder.
  • Make The Connection - Learn the signs and symptoms of adjustment disorder. Hear stories from other Veterans. Find treatment options for adjustment disorders.

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