Michael Jenkins, LMFT

Therapist in Virginia

Michael Jenkins is a licensed marriage and family therapist with 25 years of clinical experience.

License 0717001399, 573 · Virginia, Tennessee Expires June 2026, March 2027
NPI 1821360231 · national registry
Experience and languages 25+ years in practice English

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About Michael

Michael Jenkins is a licensed marriage and family therapist with 25 years of clinical experience. He emphasizes practical, person-focused care and aims to make therapy a straightforward place to talk and think things through. He wants clients to feel heard and respected while they work toward clearer thinking and better day-to-day coping.

He commonly helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, and grief. He also supports those dealing with trauma and abuse, anger, low self-esteem, and challenges around intimacy.

Background and approach

Relationship concerns and communication problems are frequent topics in his sessions. Michael draws on several approaches to tailor work to each person’s needs. He uses the Gottman Method for relationship patterns and communication, Emotionally-Focused Therapy to address emotional blocks, and EMDR for trauma that keeps returning.

He also brings client-centered and mindfulness techniques to create calm and focus during sessions. Across his practice he aims for clear goals and steady steps rather than quick fixes. Sessions are conversational and practical, with time spent on new ways to respond to old problems.

He helps clients notice patterns, try different responses, and measure small improvements. Michael is licensed in Tennessee and Virginia as an LMFT. He provides services from his Virginia location and conducts sessions in English.

To start, people complete an online matching questionnaire and then schedule a time that fits their needs.

Credentials

LMFT (Virginia): License 0717001399 · expires June 2026
LMFT (Tennessee): License 573 · expires March 2027
NPI: 1821360231 · national provider identifier

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Focus areas and approaches

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Approaches Michael names

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Online support

How therapeutic approaches translate to online sessions

Michael often integrates the Gottman Method to address communication patterns and recurring relationship conflicts; online sessions can be used to practice new ways of talking and turn-taking during real-time conversations. Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) is another frequent approach he uses to identify and work with strong emotions that block connection and healing; online work helps clients notice feelings and then try new responses. He also offers EMDR for trauma-related memories and reactions, guiding clients through processing techniques that can reduce the intensity of intrusive memories.

Choosing the right approach is a shared process. The therapist will talk with each person about what feels most relevant and try methods that match the client's goals and preferences. Plans can be adjusted over time based on what produces useful change.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video is useful for deeper conversation and practicing communication skills, phone sessions work well when bandwidth is limited or a quick check-in is needed, and chat or text options allow shorter updates or ongoing connection between sessions. These formats make therapy more flexible for busy schedules and different daily routines.

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Frequently asked

What concerns does Michael commonly help with?

He works with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma and abuse, anger, low self-esteem, intimacy-related issues, and coping with life changes.

What is his therapeutic style like?

His approach is conversational and person-focused, using practical steps to change patterns and improve daily coping.

How much clinical experience does he have?

He has 25 years of professional work experience supporting people through a range of emotional and relational issues.

Where is he licensed and based?

He is a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) licensed in Tennessee and Virginia and practices from Virginia.

Which languages are available for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

What session formats are offered online?

He conducts video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences.

How is cost handled for sessions?

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

How do I begin working with him?

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