Roger Midgett

Roger Midgett is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) with over three decades of experience in counseling. He works with people who are feeling overwhelmed, angry, or stuck and helps them find practical ways forward. Roger speaks plainly and aims to make the first steps feel manageable for someone juggling family and everyday stress.

He uses straightforward, person-centered methods to match tools to each person’s needs. That can mean teaching coping skills for anxiety and anger, helping someone manage mood disorders like depression or bipolar, or supporting people through grief and major life changes. He also addresses issues around addiction, intimacy, self-esteem, sleep, eating, and career concerns.

Roger blends several approaches in sessions, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, cognitive behavioral techniques, and elements of attachment-focused work. He emphasizes collaboration and helps clients test what works in their real lives. Sessions often focus on small, practical steps that add up over time.

He pays attention to creativity and expression, and often helps people clear the blocks that stop them from sharing their ideas. Roger has a long history of work in the Washington area and brings that background to each conversation. He asks questions, listens closely, and helps people build habits that support ongoing change.

People who want a direct, experienced guide for anger, anxiety, addiction, or major life transitions may find his approach useful. To begin, he helps clients identify one or two concrete goals and then chooses methods that fit those goals.

How Roger Uses Therapy Approaches Online

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice painful thoughts without getting ruled by them and then choose actions that match their values; it can help with anger, anxiety, and motivation. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing different behaviors to change mood and functioning; it is often used for depression, anxiety, and sleep or eating concerns. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at patterns in relationships and how early connections shape reactions; it can be useful for intimacy issues and relationship-related anger.

Finding the right approach is a shared process. The therapist will work with each person to pick methods that fit their goals, needs, and comfort level. Sessions can mix techniques so people try small changes and see what helps.

The practical benefit of online work is fitting therapy into everyday life. Many people find it easier to schedule sessions around work or caregiving and to use shorter check-ins when days are busy. If you need specific session formats or have questions about how meetings are run, confirm current options before booking so you know what will be offered.