At a glance
- Credentials
- LMSW
- License
- LMSW, Michigan / 6801109218
- NPI
- 1811331879
- Experience
- 7 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- Michigan
Details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. A license can be checked with the state board.
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- Motivational interviewing
- Strengths based
- Skill building
About Jimmie
Jimmie Woodward, LMSW, helps people who are feeling stuck by listening first and meeting them where they are. He works with adults facing stress, anxiety, addiction, depression, bipolar symptoms, and anger, and he supports people dealing with loneliness, life purpose questions, fatherhood concerns, and patterns like impulsivity or process addiction.
He uses a person-centered style that treats each person as the expert on their life. Sessions begin with assessment to understand a person's needs and readiness to change. From there he and the client set practical goals and a plan that fits daily life.
His approach draws from Motivational Interviewing to help people find their own reasons to change, and from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy to identify unhelpful thoughts and build coping skills. Mindfulness practices are used to calm intense emotions and improve focus.
Jimmie has seven years of experience as a social worker in Michigan and holds an LMSW, which is a Licensed Master Social Worker credential. He has worked with people who have experienced emotional or physical trauma and those with persistent mental health needs.
Sessions focus on respectful, strengths-based support and real strategies for managing day-to-day challenges. He aims to help clients build clearer goals, reduce distressing symptoms, and take steady steps toward a more meaningful life.
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How his approaches translate to online work
Motivational Interviewing helps people find their own reasons to change by using open questions, reflective listening, and gentle prompts to build motivation. This approach often fits people facing addiction, ambivalence about change, or low motivation.
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening with empathy and respect, allowing clients to guide the pace and direction of sessions. It supports people who need a nonjudgmental space to talk through problems like depression, loneliness, or life purpose concerns.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors interact and teaches concrete skills to challenge unhelpful thinking and build better habits. It is commonly used for anxiety, depression, anger, and mood symptom management.
Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with the client to identify goals, try techniques that fit the person, and adjust methods based on what helps most. Expect discussion and small experiments to see what works for you.
Practical benefits of online therapy include easier scheduling and the ability to fit sessions into a busy week. Online options can reduce travel time and help people keep regular appointments. The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm the available online or in-person options before booking to find what best fits your routine. -
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Antisocial personalityDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisParanoiaPersonality disordersProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesTherapeutic approaches
Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingExperience
7+ years
Listed in
Michigan
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Jimmie commonly address?
He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, anger, bipolar symptoms, and depression, plus related issues such as impulsivity, isolation, fatherhood challenges, and process addictions.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
His style is person-centered and strengths based, focusing on assessment, collaboration, and practical goal setting to match a client's readiness to change.
What is his professional background?
Jimmie has seven years of experience as a clinical social worker in Michigan and has worked with people facing persistent mental health needs and trauma.
What credential does he hold and where is he located?
He holds an LMSW, which stands for Licensed Master Social Worker, and practices in Michigan.
Are sessions offered in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not specify session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a time according to therapist availability.
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