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About Jeffrey
Jeffrey Barrett is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) in Alabama with 21 years of experience. He works with adults facing stress, anxiety, depression, addiction, grief, anger, relationship and intimacy concerns, and life changes such as serious medical conditions. He also supports people dealing with parenting strain, sleep and eating problems, career stress, and attention difficulties.
His style is straightforward and practical. He helps people develop insight and find concrete steps that fit their daily life. Sessions include talking through what is happening, sorting priorities, and practicing small changes that reduce tension and frustration.
Jeffrey draws on several evidence-based approaches. He uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help people notice thoughts without being driven by them. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy helps identify unhelpful thinking and change behavior. Dialectical Behavior Therapy offers skills for managing intense emotions and improving interpersonal effectiveness.
He also brings a client-centered stance and some Jungian ideas about meaning and imagery. These perspectives let him adapt to different concerns such as grief, caregiver stress, chronic illness, or substance use. He has worked with people affected by aging and geriatric issues, attachment concerns, and family of origin problems.
Outside therapy he is a musician and often encourages creative experiments as part of recovery and coping. To begin, he asks people to describe what feels most urgent, then they agree on small practical steps to try between sessions.
How his approaches translate to online sessions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy focuses on noticing thoughts and values, and then taking actions that matter despite uncomfortable feelings. It can help with persistent anger, avoidance, and decisions about relationships. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and behavior and offers practical exercises to change patterns that keep anger and stress active. Dialectical Behavior Therapy teaches concrete skills for regulating intense emotions, tolerating distress, and improving how people ask for what they need. Choosing the right approach is collaborative. Jeffrey will work with the client to identify which methods fit their goals and preferences, and may blend techniques across approaches. Together they decide what to try and adjust the plan based on what helps. Confirm the current session options before booking, as formats are not specified here. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, allow shorter check-ins when time is limited, and reduce the need to travel. They can also support working through anger between sessions with real-world homework and skill practice that directly links to daily triggers.Areas of expertise
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Experience
21+ years
Listed in
Alabama, Washington
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he work with related to anger?
He supports adults dealing with anger alongside stress, relationship issues, and frustration at work or home.
What is his therapeutic approach and style?
He uses practical, insight-focused methods and helps people set small steps to change how they respond to strong feelings.
How much experience does he have?
He has 21 years of professional experience as a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is an LICSW credentialed in Alabama and practices from that state.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he work with clients outside the United States?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.