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Michael Jenkins, LICSW
Alabama
LICSW - Addiction and Trauma support
See online therapy options- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused work
About Michael
Michael Jenkins is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) licensed in Alabama with four years of professional experience. He focuses on practical help for people coping with addiction, trauma, depression, anxiety, grief, and related concerns. He emphasizes straightforward work on the problems someone brings to therapy and helps set achievable steps forward.
Michael centers sessions on what the person wants to change. He treats clients as the expert on their own story and looks for strengths to build on. Sessions focus on clear goals and concrete strategies rather than lengthy theory discussions.
His approach draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and client-centered principles to notice unhelpful thoughts and habits and try different ways of responding. He also uses motivational interviewing and solution-focused techniques to support change and quick problem solving when appropriate. Trauma-focused methods are available for people whose past hurts continue to affect daily life.
Clients can expect short-term actionable steps alongside work on deeper patterns when needed. Michael keeps the conversation practical: identify a problem, test a small change, and review what worked. That rhythm repeats until the client’s goals are met or adjusted.
He has worked with a wide range of issues including chronic pain, first responder concerns, substance use, panic, post-traumatic stress, social anxiety, and burnout-related problems such as compassion fatigue. Sessions are conducted in English and reflect four years of field experience in clinical settings.
How his approaches translate to online work
CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and changing behaviors through small experiments and practical skills. It is often used for anxiety, depression, panic, and problem patterns like avoidance or negative thinking.Client-centered work emphasizes listening and using the person’s own priorities as the guide. It supports clearer goal-setting and helps people organize what they already know about their life and strengths.
Motivational Interviewing helps when someone feels stuck about change. It uses short, focused conversations to clarify reasons for change and build internal motivation for steps like reducing substance use or starting treatment.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. Michael will work collaboratively to decide which methods fit a client’s needs, goals, and preferences and may combine techniques as those needs evolve.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current online options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Ask about format details during the matching process so sessions align with daily routines.
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Experience
4+ years
Listed in
Alabama
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he help with most often?
He works with people facing addictions, trauma and abuse, depression, anxiety, grief, and related issues such as panic, social anxiety, and compassion fatigue.
How would he describe his therapeutic style?
He uses practical, goal-focused sessions that emphasize noticing thoughts and testing small changes. Conversations are centered on the client’s goals and strengths.
What is his professional background?
He holds an LICSW and has four years of professional clinical experience working with substance use, trauma, mood disorders, and related concerns.
Where is he licensed to practice?
He is licensed as an LICSW in Alabama and provides services from that state.
What languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he work with international clients?
He is not currently accepting international clients.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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