Michael Jenkins , LICSW

Michael Jenkins is a licensed social worker practicing in Alabama with four years of clinical experience. He holds the LICSW credential, which stands for Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker and indicates advanced training and authorization to provide independent clinical social work services in Alabama.

He has focused experience supporting people who are coping with addictions, trauma and abuse, and substance use disorders. He also works with individuals managing depression, anxiety, grief, anger, low self-esteem, bipolar disorder, and compassion fatigue. Michael integrates attention to co-occurring concerns such as chronic pain, illness, disability, and issues that arise for first responders, veterans, and those facing domestic violence or traumatic brain injury.

Michael practices from a strengths-based, client-centered perspective that recognizes each person as the expert on their own story. He emphasizes collaboration, helping clients clarify the goals they want to reach and then supporting them in taking the steps to accomplish those goals. Michael aims to provide steady, practical support for people taking the often-difficult first steps toward a more fulfilling and balanced life.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Michael Jenkins draws from client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and trauma-focused therapy to structure online care. Client-centered therapy centers on building a respectful, nonjudgmental relationship and follows each person’s priorities so clients shape the goals and pace of work. CBT breaks problems into patterns of thoughts and behaviors and uses practical strategies to reduce anxiety, depression, and unhelpful coping, making it useful for mood disorders and stress-related concerns. Trauma-focused therapy provides targeted techniques to address the effects of traumatic events and abuse, helping people process traumatic memories and reduce their impact on daily life.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is a collaborative process. Michael works with clients to assess needs, goals, and personal preferences and then adjusts methods over time so the treatment fits the person rather than forcing a single model. This flexibility helps tailor care for issues like addictions, grief, panic, or co-occurring conditions.

Online therapy with video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging offers practical benefits for scheduling, consistency, and access. These options allow clients to engage from different locations, fit sessions into busy lives, and maintain continuity when in-person visits are difficult. Licensed professionals can adapt therapeutic techniques effectively across these formats to support ongoing progress.