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- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
About Jennifer
LMSW licensed in Michigan with 13 years of clinical experience, Jennifer Swanger helps people manage stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship concerns, trauma and depression. She uses straightforward talk and practical methods to address day-to-day struggles. Sessions focus on immediate problems and steps people can try between meetings.
Jennifer keeps sessions focused and direct. She listens to what is most pressing and helps set small, achievable goals. She uses Client-Centered Therapy to follow each person’s lead, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to address unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, and Motivational Interviewing to strengthen personal motivation for change.
People who bring issues like chronic pain, illness, communication problems, control struggles, or workplace stress will find concrete strategies discussed in session. She also addresses concerns related to divorce, domestic violence, substance use, first responder stress, guilt and shame, and self-harm by breaking problems into manageable parts.
Her approach blends solution-focused techniques with trauma-focused work when past events affect current functioning. That means sessions can include planning for specific changes, relearning coping skills, and processing difficult memories at a pace the person can handle.
Jennifer expects active collaboration. People are invited to set priorities, try techniques between sessions, and review progress regularly. The work aims to reduce overwhelming feelings and increase practical coping in day-to-day life.
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How therapeutic approaches shape online sessions
Client-Centered Therapy centers the person’s perspective and priorities. The therapist listens closely and follows whatever concerns feel most urgent. This approach helps when someone needs to be heard and to set their own pace for change.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying thoughts and behaviors that contribute to distress. Sessions include practical exercises and small homework tasks to try between meetings. CBT is often used for anxiety, mood issues, and behavior change related to substance use.
Motivational Interviewing aims to increase a person’s own motivation for change. The therapist asks open questions, reflects what is said, and helps clarify goals. This method is useful when someone feels unsure about change or wants to strengthen commitment to recovery.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with the person to choose which methods to try first. That choice is based on current needs, goals, and what feels workable for the person.
Session formats are not listed in the provided biography, so confirm available options before booking. Online meetings can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time. Discuss format preferences during intake so sessions match daily life and practical constraints.
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Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
13+ years
Listed in
Michigan
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and depression. Additional focus areas include chronic pain, communication problems, workplace issues, and related concerns.
What approaches does she use in sessions?
Sessions use Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy. She mixes these to match the person’s goals and needs.
How much experience does the clinician have?
She has 13 years of professional work experience as a therapist. That experience includes addressing both short-term problems and longer-term issues.
What credential does she hold and where is she located?
She is a Licensed Master Social Worker, listed as LMSW, practicing in Michigan. Location details are provided during intake and scheduling.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are offered?
Session formats are not specified in the biography. Confirm current session options before booking to know whether video, phone, or in-person meetings are possible.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Specific pricing is provided before scheduling.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session. The questionnaire and scheduling steps guide the intake process.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.