Jason Scrivner, LICSW

Jason Scrivner is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) with 19 years of clinical experience. He focuses on practical help for anxiety, depression, trauma, and addiction. He aims to make the first step feel manageable and respectful. Jason uses straightforward, evidence-informed methods like cognitive behavioral therapy to help people identify unhelpful thinking and develop different habits. He also draws on acceptance and commitment ideas and client-centered listening to support values-based choices. Sessions tend to be collaborative and goal-focused. People come to him for many concerns including stress, grief, low self-esteem, anger, and coping with life changes. He also works with issues often tied to family dynamics, adoption and foster care, caregiver stress, and relationship problems. He supports those facing mood conditions such as bipolar disorder and disruptive mood dysregulation. In session Jason emphasizes clear communication and practical steps you can try between meetings. He uses motivational interviewing to help with readiness for change and to address substance use or other addictive behaviors. Mindfulness practices are offered when they fit the person's goals. Jason practices in Alabama and accepts clients from outside the U.S. when appropriate. He speaks English and brings a steady, nonjudgmental approach to sessions. If someone is unsure where to begin, he helps outline small, concrete first steps to build momentum.

How CBT and ACT translate to online therapy

Jason blends cognitive behavioral approaches with acceptance and commitment ideas to help people change unhelpful thinking and take actions that match their values. Cognitive behavioral therapy focuses on identifying thought patterns and practicing new behaviors to reduce symptoms like anxiety and depression. Acceptance and commitment therapy helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings while choosing actions that reflect what matters most to them.

He also uses client-centered listening to make sessions collaborative and to tailor goals to each person's situation. Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work together - the therapist will check in about what helps, adjust strategies, and invite feedback as goals evolve.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video lets you use screen-sharing for worksheets and see facial cues. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or when you prefer not to use video. Live chat and messaging support shorter check-ins, written tools, and ongoing reflection between meetings. These options make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life and to use approaches like CBT and ACT in flexible ways.