Michael Jenkins , LICSW

Michael Jenkins, LICSW (Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker), is a practitioner based in Alabama with four years of professional experience. He works with people facing addictions, trauma and abuse, and is committed to supporting those coping with depression, anxiety, grief, and substance use disorders. Michael emphasizes a strengths-based perspective, recognizing that each person is the expert of their own story and that existing strengths can be mobilized to address life’s challenges.

He frames the work as a collaborative effort in which taking the first step toward a more fulfilling and happier life is acknowledged as an act of courage. Michael’s role is to offer guidance and support while helping individuals clarify and pursue the goals they set for themselves. His approach centers on meeting clients where they are and supporting steady progress toward the outcomes they value most.

Therapeutic Approaches for Online Care

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps people identify and change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns. It is often used for anxiety, depression, panic attacks, and mood-related concerns by focusing on practical strategies and skills to manage symptoms and improve daily functioning. Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative, goal-oriented style that helps people resolve ambivalence and strengthen motivation for change. It is commonly applied in addiction work and when someone is weighing next steps toward recovery.

Trauma-Focused Therapy concentrates on understanding and processing traumatic experiences in ways that reduce their ongoing impact. It can involve building safety, developing coping tools, and working through trauma-related responses at a pace that fits each person. Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Michael Jenkins works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods align best with their needs, goals, and preferences.

Online therapy with video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging offers flexibility for scheduling, reduces travel time, and makes it easier to maintain continuity of care. These options allow therapists and clients to work together consistently while accommodating different routines, energy levels, and access needs.