Michael Jenkins

Michael Jenkins is a licensed clinical social worker practicing in Alabama. He brings four years of professional experience to sessions and focuses on helping people manage anger, addiction, trauma, depression, anxiety, and grief. He approaches each person with respect and steady support as they work toward the goals they set for themselves.

He believes clients are the experts in their own stories and looks for strengths to build on. Sessions center on practical steps that fit the person’s life. Michael aims to help people develop clearer choices when coping feels overwhelming.

In the room he uses a blend of methods to match each person’s needs. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy helps identify unhelpful thinking and test new behaviors. Client-Centered Therapy keeps the conversation grounded in the client’s voice and priorities. Motivational Interviewing can help when someone is unsure about change.

He also draws on trauma-focused and solution-focused techniques when appropriate. That can mean slowing down to process difficult events, or creating short-term plans to move past immediate problems. The work is collaborative; goals come from the client and progress is tracked in concrete ways.

Michael’s practice covers a wide range of concerns, including substance use, post-traumatic stress, compassion fatigue, chronic pain, and issues common to first responders and veterans. He offers straightforward guidance and short-term strategies alongside deeper exploration when needed.

How Michael’s Approaches Work Online

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on the person’s own goals and perspective, with the therapist reflecting back what’s important and following the client’s lead. This approach helps when someone needs to make sense of their feelings and decide what matters most to them.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors interact. It offers practical exercises and homework to test changes in thinking and behavior, often used for anxiety, depression, and anger management.

Finding the right approach is a team effort. Michael will talk with the client about their needs and preferences and try methods that feel like a good fit. The plan can change over time as goals shift and progress is made.

If you prefer online sessions, confirm current session options before booking since formats are not specified in the biography. Many people appreciate online therapy because it can fit into a workday, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. Online sessions can also make it easier to keep momentum between appointments by maintaining regular contact and practical homework that fits daily life.