- Stress and anxiety
- Practical coping skills
- LGBT affirming
About Brian
Brian Timms is a licensed clinical social worker who helps people manage stress, anxiety, and the strain of major life changes. He offers a calm, nonjudgmental presence so people can talk through identity questions, relationship troubles, and struggles with self-esteem. Brian keeps language plain and direct so overwhelmed visitors can understand what to expect in a first session.
He uses practical tools to reduce immediate distress and to build lasting coping skills. That can mean learning to notice anxious thoughts, trying small behavior changes, or practicing short grounding exercises between sessions. Sessions focus on what the person needs right now, and on clear next steps that feel doable.
Brian has worked in the field for 11 years and holds an LCSW - licensed clinical social worker - in Oklahoma. He draws on a mix of methods, choosing what fits each person rather than using a single fixed program. His practice includes supporting people through grief, trauma and abuse, career stress, parenting strain, and identity work such as LGBT concerns.
People who come to Brian often want honest feedback and practical strategies. He aims to make therapy collaborative, helping clients set goals and measure small gains. His style is straightforward and empathetic, focused on real-life change rather than jargon.
To start, he asks people to describe what’s most troubling right now and what they hope to change. From there he and the client shape a plan that fits the person’s life and schedule.
He uses practical tools to reduce immediate distress and to build lasting coping skills. That can mean learning to notice anxious thoughts, trying small behavior changes, or practicing short grounding exercises between sessions. Sessions focus on what the person needs right now, and on clear next steps that feel doable.
Brian has worked in the field for 11 years and holds an LCSW - licensed clinical social worker - in Oklahoma. He draws on a mix of methods, choosing what fits each person rather than using a single fixed program. His practice includes supporting people through grief, trauma and abuse, career stress, parenting strain, and identity work such as LGBT concerns.
People who come to Brian often want honest feedback and practical strategies. He aims to make therapy collaborative, helping clients set goals and measure small gains. His style is straightforward and empathetic, focused on real-life change rather than jargon.
To start, he asks people to describe what’s most troubling right now and what they hope to change. From there he and the client shape a plan that fits the person’s life and schedule.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
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
Credentials
Oklahoma
Languages
English
How Brian Uses Therapy Methods in Online Sessions
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on hearing the person’s experience and following their pace. The therapist listens closely and reflects what the client says so they can make sense of feelings and decide goals that matter to them.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, breaks problems into thoughts, feelings, and actions. It helps people test unhelpful thoughts and try small behavior changes to reduce anxiety and improve sleep or mood.
Mindfulness Therapy teaches short practices for staying present and reducing reactivity. These practices can help when stress feels overwhelming or when worry keeps someone awake at night.
Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will discuss options, try practical exercises, and adjust methods based on the client’s needs, goals, and comfort. This is a collaborative process aimed at finding what actually helps.
Session logistics should be confirmed before booking since formats were not specified in the biography. Online therapy can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy week, allow check-ins during breaks, and offer ways to practice skills between meetings. Ask about current session options when you schedule so sessions match your needs and routine.
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Brian commonly address?
He works with stress, anxiety, relationship and identity concerns as well as grief, trauma, parenting strain, sleep issues, and career stress.
What is his therapeutic style like?
Sessions are collaborative and straightforward, focusing on practical steps, skill building, and reflective conversation tailored to what the client needs right now.
What experience does he bring?
He has 11 years of clinical experience working with a wide range of concerns and life transitions in Oklahoma.
What credentials and region are listed for this clinician?
He holds an LCSW - licensed clinical social worker - and practices in Oklahoma.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with him?
He is not accepting international clients at this time.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin therapy with him?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.