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Justin Mann

Justin Mann

LCSW

Missouri

Motivational and practical therapy for real change

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At a glance

Credentials
LCSW
License
LCSW, Missouri / 2020012941
Experience
13 years
Languages
English
Location
Missouri

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    • Motivation-focused
    • Cognitive tools
    • Mindfulness practices

    About Justin

    Justin Mann is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) who helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, relationship and family challenges, trauma and grief. He focuses on self-esteem, intimacy concerns, LGBT issues, and workplace or social anxiety problems. Justin aims to build a practical, respectful relationship so people can reach their goals.

    He uses straightforward conversation and focused techniques to address the concerns that brought someone in. Sessions look at how thoughts, behaviors, and relationships interact. Justin blends motivational methods with cognitive and mindfulness tools to help people make gradual changes.

    Justin treats the whole person and pays attention to how different problems overlap. He brings 13 years of clinical experience to problem areas like substance use, post-traumatic stress, mood disorders, and patterns of abandonment or control. The work often includes skills practice, goal setting, and examining long-standing patterns.

    His approach draws on psychodynamic ideas to understand past influences alongside solution-focused steps for immediate relief. Mindfulness techniques help people notice reactions without getting overwhelmed. Motivational Interviewing is used to support readiness for change when someone feels stuck.

    Justin trained at Saint Louis University where he earned a Master’s degree in social work and was a member of the Phi Alpha Honor Society. He practices in Missouri and conducts sessions in English.

  2. How Justin’s approaches translate to online work

    Motivational Interviewing focuses on helping someone find their own reasons to change. It uses curious questions and reflective listening to boost motivation for steps like reducing substance use or improving relationships.

    Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions. It helps people test unhelpful thoughts and build practical skills for anxiety, depression, and social or workplace stress.

    Existential Therapy examines meaning, values, and life choices. It can help when someone feels stuck by clarifying what matters and making choices that match those values.

    Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to choose methods that match their needs, goals, and preferences, and will adjust the plan over time based on what helps.

    Confirm current session delivery options before booking, since the biography does not list formats. Online work can make sessions easier to fit into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time so people can use breaks or evenings for therapy. These practical benefits can help therapy fit into everyday life while focusing on steady progress.

  4. Areas of expertise

    Primary focus

    Stress, AnxietyAddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsDepression

    Also works with

    LGBTTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesSelf esteem

    Additional focus areas

    AbandonmentCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionForgivenessGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessMen's issuesMood disordersNarcissismPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issues

    Therapeutic approaches

    Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Existential TherapyMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused TherapyInternal Family Systems

    Experience

    13+ years

    Listed in

    Missouri

    Languages

    English

  5. Frequently asked questions

    What kinds of concerns does Justin address?

    He supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, relationship and family issues, trauma and grief, plus related concerns like self-esteem and workplace problems.

    How would you describe his therapeutic style?

    He uses a practical, collaborative style that combines motivational methods with cognitive and mindfulness techniques to set goals and practice new skills.

    What is his clinical background?

    He has 13 years of clinical experience and a Master’s degree in social work from Saint Louis University, with membership in Phi Alpha Honor Society during his studies.

    What credentials and location should I know about?

    He is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) practicing in Missouri.

    Are sessions available in other languages or internationally?

    Sessions are offered in English and he is not currently seeing international clients.

    What session formats are offered?

    Please confirm current session options before booking, as the biography does not specify which formats are used.

    How is cost handled for sessions?

    Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

    What steps do I take to begin working with him?

    Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.

  6. Online talk therapy is not emergency or medical care. Stopping or cutting down alcohol or other drugs can be unsafe without medical advice. In immediate danger? Crisis numbers

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