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Brian Timms

LCSW

Brian Timms , LCSW

Therapist in Oklahoma

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About Brian

Brian Timms, LCSW, helps people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, identity questions, and relationship challenges. He works with individuals who are exploring sexuality, facing life changes, or trying to manage mood concerns like depression and bipolar. His tone is direct and supportive so people can talk about what matters most to them.

He focuses on building a calm, nonjudgmental space where clients set the pace. Sessions aim to surface real problems and find practical steps to feel better day to day. He uses clear goals and straightforward tools rather than jargon-heavy explanations.

Brian brings 11 years of clinical experience in Oklahoma to his work. That background includes helping people cope with grief, trauma, caregiving strain, parenting stress, and issues tied to identity and intimacy. He tailors sessions to the person in front of him, not to a one-size-fits-all plan.

In session he combines listening with practical techniques. Clients learn ways to manage anxious thoughts, improve sleep, and strengthen communication. He also helps people explore patterns from earlier relationships and how those patterns show up now.

People who prefer ongoing coaching-style support or short-term problem solving can find both paths here. Brian explains options clearly and helps set realistic next steps. He emphasizes collaboration so clients stay in control of their change process.

Approaches that guide online sessions

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating a respectful, accepting environment where the client leads the pace and topics. It helps people clarify values, make decisions, and build confidence through a supportive relationship.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, teaches concrete ways to notice and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. It is often used for anxiety, depression, sleep problems, and managing intense emotions by practicing new skills between sessions.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Brian will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit their goals and preferences. He uses feedback from sessions to adjust techniques so they meet practical needs over time.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video is useful for a full face-to-face discussion, phone can be a quicker check-in or easier when bandwidth is limited, and messaging or chat fits between-session support or shorter updates. These options make therapy more flexible for busy schedules, caregiving responsibilities, shift work, and people who prefer not to travel to appointments.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does Brian address?

He works with stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar mood concerns, grief, trauma, relationship and intimacy issues, parenting stress, and identity questions including LGBT topics.

How would you describe his therapeutic style?

His style is collaborative and practical. Sessions combine attentive listening with goal-setting and skill practice to help people manage day-to-day problems.

What is his professional background?

Brian is a licensed clinical social worker with 11 years of experience working with a broad range of concerns and life transitions.

Where does he practice and what credential does he hold?

He is based in Oklahoma and holds an LCSW license issued in that state.

Which languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English.

What session formats are available?

Brian offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to match different schedules and needs.

How does pricing work?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with him?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a brief matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsCoping with life changes

Also works with

Trauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHearing impairedHIV / AIDSHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryVisually impairedWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapyPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused TherapyInternal Family Systems

Experience

11+ years

Licensed

Oklahoma

Languages

English

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