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Michael  Jankowski

Michael Jankowski, LMSW, LCSW

Michigan

Licensed clinical social worker - Stress and relationships

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Credentials check

Credentials
LMSW, LCSW
Licensed in Michigan
LMSW, licence 6801086452
Licensed in Florida
LCSW, licence SW18353
Licensed in Washington
LICSW, licence LW 61331140
Licensed in Oregon
LCSW, licence L13824
NPI
1295004448
Experience
20 years
Languages
English
Location
Michigan

These details come from information Michael 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

  • Stress and anxiety
  • Relationship issues
  • Mindfulness and CBT

About Michael

Michael Jankowski is a Licensed Master Social Worker and Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LMSW, LCSW) practicing in Michigan with 20 years of experience. He works with people facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, self-esteem struggles, and LGBT-related issues. He also addresses areas such as attachment and abandonment worries, communication problems, caregiving strain, and challenges linked to illness and end-of-life care.

In sessions he takes a direct, person-focused stance. He listens first, then helps clients set practical goals. Conversations often center on what feels most urgent and what small changes can improve day-to-day functioning. He uses clear, evidence-based techniques to help people test new behaviors and reshape unhelpful thinking.

Michael uses several familiar therapeutic methods, including client-centered work, cognitive behavioral strategies, mindfulness practices, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused steps. Those techniques are used to address mood, coping with stress, relationship patterns, and motivation. He adapts the approach to the problem at hand rather than sticking to a single method.

He brings experience with topics some people find sensitive, including kink and alternative sex culture, HIV/AIDS, grief and hospice care, and infidelity. He also helps people sort through family conflict, divorce, and feelings of emptiness or shame. Sessions are practical and task-oriented when that helps move things forward.

For people who want straightforward, experienced social work support, Michael balances listening with clear next steps. Prospective clients are encouraged to review session options and scheduling details before booking.

BHow sessions work

How his approaches translate to online work

Client-centered work focuses on listening and responding to what matters most to the person in front of him. Online sessions using this approach center on the client's goals and preferences and on building a practical plan that fits daily life.

Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) breaks problems into thoughts, feelings, and actions. In teletherapy CBT is often used to identify unhelpful thought patterns and try small behavioral experiments between sessions to reduce anxiety or low mood.

Mindfulness therapy teaches basic awareness skills such as focused breathing and noticing sensations. These practices can help with stress and emotional regulation and are easily practiced between online meetings.

Choosing the right mix of approaches is part of the work. Michael will collaborate with each person to decide which methods suit their goals, needs, and pace. He adjusts plans as progress or obstacles appear so the work remains practical and focused.

The original biography did not list specific online session formats. Confirm the available session options before booking so they fit your schedule and technical needs. Online sessions can make it easier to fit appointments into busy days, allow shorter check-ins when useful, and reduce travel time so therapy integrates with work, caregiving, and health commitments.

CAreas of focus

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureCancerCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCommunication problemsDivorce and separationEmptinessFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHospice and end-of-life counselingInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMood disordersPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexuality

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

20+ years

Listed in

Michigan, Florida, Washington, Oregon

Languages

English

DQuestions

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does he help with?

He helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship problems, self-esteem issues, and LGBT-related concerns. He also addresses topics like abandonment, attachment, infidelity, and caregiving stress.

What style of therapy does he use?

He uses client-centered methods alongside cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused techniques. Sessions focus on practical steps and testing new behaviors.

How much experience does he have?

He has 20 years of clinical experience working with a range of mood and relationship issues. That background informs a direct, problem-solving approach in sessions.

Is he licensed and where does he practice?

He holds the LMSW and LCSW credentials and practices in Michigan. Those credentials are listed exactly as provided.

Which languages are supported in sessions?

Sessions are offered in English only. International clients are not currently accepted.

What session formats are available?

The original biography did not list specific session formats. Confirm current session options before booking to ensure they meet your needs.

How much do sessions cost?

Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. Check the platform details for exact pricing where you live.

How do I begin working with him?

Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session. That process begins the intake and scheduling steps.

Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988. More crisis numbers

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