Michael Jenkins , LMFT

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Michael integrates several evidence-informed approaches into his online practice to meet different needs. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on building a collaborative, empathetic relationship where the therapist follows the client's lead to explore values, feelings, and goals - it helps with self-esteem, life transitions, and strengthening personal insight. Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) concentrates on identifying and reshaping emotional responses within relationships to improve attachment and communication, making it useful for couples and intimacy-related concerns. EMDR, or Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, is a trauma-focused method that helps people process distressing memories and their emotional impact, and it can be applied to both specific traumatic events and developmental trauma from childhood.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Michael works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and personal preferences, and he adjusts the plan as progress unfolds.

Online therapy with Michael is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexible ways to engage in treatment. These options can make scheduling easier and allow clients to access care from home or wherever they are, supporting continuity of work on stress, relationships, trauma, grief, and other concerns.