About Jason

Jason Adkins is a licensed clinical social worker with 23 years of experience helping people who feel overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, or life changes. He practices in Georgia and works with adults on issues such as depression, relationship and intimacy concerns, trauma, addiction, grief, and ADHD. Jason focuses on practical steps and steady support rather than jargon or quick fixes.

He listens first and asks clear questions to understand what matters most to each person.

Background and approach

Sessions are conversational and goal-focused, with time spent on skills people can use between meetings. Clients leave with simple tools for managing mood, improving focus, and handling conflict more calmly. Jason blends several evidence-informed approaches to match a person’s needs.

He draws on cognitive behavioral strategies to shift unhelpful thinking and acceptance-based ideas to build values-driven action. Mindfulness practices and motivational interviewing are used when helpful to increase awareness and strengthen commitment to change. Over two decades of practice have exposed him to many life challenges, from career strain and financial stress to grief and identity concerns.

That experience informs a flexible, down-to-earth style that favors steady progress over dramatic promises. Jason also supports people wrestling with parenting strain, sleep and eating issues, anger, and questions about life purpose. He sees multicultural and LGBT concerns without assuming a single solution for everyone.

The aim is practical change and clearer direction that fits each person’s life. People who prefer straightforward talk, step-by-step planning, and homework-like practice tend to do well with his approach. He encourages questions and keeps the work collaborative so goals stay realistic and relevant.

How Jason’s Approaches Work Online

Jason often uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, which focuses on noticing difficult thoughts and feelings while committing to actions that match personal values. That approach helps when someone wants clearer direction and steadier motivation despite ongoing stress or worry.

He also draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify and change unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors. CBT is useful for anxiety, low mood, and difficulties with focus or routine because it breaks problems into concrete steps and experiments to try between sessions.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Jason will talk with each person about goals and preferences and then tailor methods collaboratively. He checks in regularly and adjusts techniques if something isn’t helping.

Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different needs. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation and visual cues. Phone sessions can be easier if bandwidth is limited or a shorter check-in is needed. Live chat and text messaging are good for quick updates, brief coaching, or ongoing support between longer sessions. These options make scheduling more flexible and help people keep therapy consistent around busy lives.

Questions people ask

What kinds of problems does Jason help with?
He addresses a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, addictions, grief, ADHD, relationship and intimacy issues, and career or money-related stress.
What is his therapy style like?
Jason uses a conversational, goal-focused style that emphasizes practical tools. Sessions often include skill-building and steps to practice between meetings.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 23 years of experience as a licensed clinical social worker working with a variety of life and mental health challenges.
Where is he licensed and based?
Jason holds LCSW credentials and practices in Georgia.
Can I work with him if I live outside the United States?
International clients are accepted and sessions are offered in English.
Which session formats are available?
Sessions can be conducted via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to suit different scheduling needs.
How does billing and cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin therapy?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

What this therapist works with

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Experience
23 years
Licensed
Georgia, Massachusetts, Indiana, Oregon
Languages
English

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