- Client-centered
- Goal focused
- Practical skills
About Michael
Michael Jenkins is a licensed independent clinical social worker (LICSW) practicing in Alabama. He helps people who struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, and grief. He also supports those facing panic attacks, stress, and problems with self-esteem.
He works from the view that each person knows their own life best. He treats people as partners in therapy and focuses on the goals they set. Sessions are straightforward and practical, aimed at small changes that add up over time.
Michael uses approaches that focus on the person and on clear problem-solving. He blends client-centered work with strategies that look at thoughts and behaviors. Motivational interviewing is part of his approach when someone needs help finding the drive to change.
In therapy he listens closely, reflects what matters to the client, and helps build skills to cope with panic, cravings, or painful memories. He offers techniques to manage intense feelings and to reduce avoidance that can keep problems stuck.
Michael’s four years of professional experience have included work with trauma, addictions, and mood concerns. He emphasizes steady progress and respects each person’s pace while helping them move toward the life they want.
Therapeutic approaches and online care
Michael blends client-centered work and cognitive behavioral therapy to guide online sessions. Client-centered therapy focuses on listening, reflecting what matters, and letting the client lead the goals. It helps when someone needs validation and clear support to make changes. Cognitive behavioral therapy looks at how thoughts, feelings, and actions connect and offers practical tools to reduce anxiety, panic attacks, and depressive patterns.Finding the right approach is a shared process. Michael will talk with the client about their needs and preferences and suggest strategies that suit their goals. Together they decide which methods to try and adjust the plan as progress is made.
If you are considering online therapy, check which session formats are currently offered before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time. It also means people can meet with a licensed professional from different parts of Alabama without leaving their neighborhood. Confirm the available formats and schedule when you complete the matching questionnaire.
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Experience
4+ years
Listed in
Alabama
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Michael help with?
He supports people dealing with anxiety, panic attacks, depression, grief, trauma, and substance use disorders, among other issues.
What is his therapy style like?
Sessions are collaborative and person-centered, emphasizing the client’s goals and practical steps to reach them.
What experience does he have?
He has four years of professional work experience supporting people with addictions, trauma, mood disorders, and related concerns.
Where is he licensed and practicing?
He holds an AL LICSW and practices in Alabama.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the U.S. work with him?
He is not accepting international clients at this time.
How are sessions billed and what do they cost?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start working with him?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.