Licensed clinical social worker recordGeorgia
Calvin Whitehead, LMSW, LCSW, CSW
Georgia
Licensed clinical social worker - Addictions and mood issues
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- Credentials
- LMSW, LCSW, CSW
- Licensed in Georgia
- LCSW, licence CSW004356
- Licensed in Michigan
- LMSW, licence 6801085551
- NPI
- 1134327927
- Experience
- 13 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- Georgia
These details come from information Calvin supplied to BetterHelp. A licence can be checked with the social work board of the state that issued it, and an NPI with the national registry.
AAbout
- Addictions counseling
- Mood and anxiety
- Life and career
About Calvin
Calvin Whitehead is a licensed clinical social worker in Georgia and Michigan with 13 years of professional experience. He works with people facing addictions, depression, anxiety, stress, relationship struggles, trauma and abuse, grief, anger, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and life changes. He also focuses on drug and alcohol addiction, process addictions such as porn or gambling, men's issues, midlife crisis, money and financial concerns, and questions about life purpose.
Calvin frames clients as the experts in their own stories and looks to build on existing strengths. He uses straightforward conversation to help people clarify what matters to them. Sessions tend to focus on practical steps that can reduce distress and make daily life more manageable.
His background includes over a decade of direct clinical work in settings that addressed addiction and mood-related concerns. That experience informs a pragmatic approach to coping strategies, relapse prevention, and planning for work and financial stressors. Calvin draws on techniques that have evidence of effectiveness to support change.
In sessions he listens for patterns that keep problems recurring and helps people try alternative actions. He encourages concrete goals, short-term experiments, and regular check-ins on progress. This often includes planning for setbacks and adjusting strategies if something is not helping.
People who contact him can expect clear discussion about goals, what to try between sessions, and how to measure improvement. He explains options and invites collaboration on the plan. To begin, readers are asked to use the site process to match and schedule a first session.
BHow sessions work
Approaches used and how online sessions work
Calvin works from evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on clear goals and measurable change. One common approach he uses is skills-based work that teaches coping methods for anxiety, cravings, anger, and mood swings. These are practical exercises people can try between sessions to test what helps.Another approach centers on relapse prevention and planning for addictive behaviors. This involves identifying high-risk situations, rehearsing alternative responses, and developing steps to reduce harm and build routines that support recovery.
Finding the right approach is part of the work together. He will discuss what feels useful, try methods for a few sessions, and adjust plans when something is not working. Decisions about techniques are collaborative and based on the person’s goals and daily life demands.
The biography does not specify which online session formats are used, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit appointments around work, family, and travel. They also allow shorter check-ins when needed, and choices such as audio-only help when bandwidth or comfort with video is a concern. Licensed professionals can adapt the structure to match schedule and treatment goals.
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Experience
13+ years
Listed in
Georgia, Michigan
Languages
English
DQuestions
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he work with?
He works with addictions, depression, anxiety, stress, trauma and related concerns such as grief, anger, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and coping with life changes.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
He uses practical, evidence-based techniques and straightforward conversation to identify patterns and try concrete actions that reduce distress.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 13 years of professional work experience in clinical settings addressing addiction and mood-related challenges.
Which professional credentials and licensure does he hold?
He holds the credentials LMSW, LCSW, and CSW and is licensed in Michigan as an LMSW and in Georgia as an LCSW.
In what language are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people from other countries work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How does pricing and getting started work?
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. To begin, use the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988. More crisis numbers