Therapist profile
Jeffrey Barrett, LICSW
Alabama
LICSW in Alabama - Anger and Stress
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- CredentialsLICSW
- LicenseLICSW, Alabama / 1946C; LICSW, Washington / LW 61511881
- NPI1811612815
- Experience21 years
- LanguagesEnglish
- LocationAlabama
About
About Jeffrey
Jeffrey Barrett is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker, LICSW, practicing in Alabama with 21 years of professional experience. He works with adults on problems like stress, anxiety, depression, addiction, grief, anger, and major life changes. He also addresses concerns related to relationships, intimacy, self-esteem, sleep, and career pressures.
His approach is practical and rooted in conversation. He helps people develop insight and find concrete ways to change how they respond to problems. Sessions often focus on skills to manage strong feelings, patterns that get in the way, and steps to reduce harmful behaviors.
Jeffrey draws from several methods including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, cognitive behavioral techniques, dialectical behavior skills, client-centered listening, and some Jungian ideas. He integrates these tools to match what each person needs rather than using a single model for everyone. He also brings experience working with people facing illness, caregiving stress, and aging concerns.
Music and creativity are part of his background. He uses that perspective to help people access different ways of coping and expressing themselves. That can mean practical exercises, reflective conversation, or skill-based practice between sessions.
He asks for a first step of reaching out and completing a short matching questionnaire before scheduling an initial appointment. The focus is on clear goals, steady progress, and finding approaches that fit everyday life.
How sessions work
How therapeutic approaches translate to online sessions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice thoughts without getting swept up in them and pick actions that match their values. It is useful for anger that comes from rigid thinking or avoidance. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the link between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and teaches practical skills to shift patterns that fuel anger. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) offers focused skills for distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and clearer communication, which can reduce impulsive reactions.Finding the right approach is collaborative. The therapist will talk with the client about goals, try methods that fit the person, and adjust based on what helps. Clients and the therapist decide together which techniques to use and when to shift course.
The biography does not specify session formats, so confirm current online options before booking. Online therapy can make sessions easier to fit into a busy life, allow shorter check-ins when schedules demand, and reduce travel time. It can also let someone choose whether to be on camera, or opt for a format that needs less bandwidth. These practical conveniences help people keep work on learning skills and practicing changes between meetings.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
21+ years
Listed in
Alabama, Washington
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of anger-related problems does he address?
He works with people who snap at loved ones, hold growing resentment, struggle with workplace frustration, or face anger linked to addiction and grief.
How does he approach therapy for anger?
He uses practical conversation and skill-building based on methods like ACT, CBT, and DBT to help manage reactions and change unhelpful patterns.
How much experience does he have?
He has 21 years of professional experience as a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker working with a wide range of concerns including addiction and grief.
What credential and location are on his profile?
He is an AL LICSW and also holds WA LICSW LW, and he practices in Alabama.
Does he work in other languages or internationally?
Sessions are offered in English and he is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not list session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How does the subscription pricing work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What do I need to do to get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If anyone is unsafe, use the crisis numbers.