- Stress and anxiety
- Self esteem work
- Workplace issues
About Timothy
Timothy Taft is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) in Washington with three years of clinical experience. He works with adults on concerns such as stress, anxiety, self-esteem, depression, and social anxiety and phobia.
Timothy focuses on motivation, confidence, and building skills that feel useful in day-to-day life. He offers practical support for mood disorders, panic, and workplace stress. He also addresses issues like guilt, shame, isolation, and questions about life purpose and sexuality.
His training includes a Master of Social Work from the University of Washington, completed in 2018, and he has provided mental health services and therapeutic interventions since then. Timothy communicates promptly, aiming to reply to messages within 24 hours on weekdays and by the following Monday for weekend messages.
In sessions he helps people set realistic goals and practice new habits that reduce avoidance and increase confidence. Sessions tend to focus on clear steps and small experiments people can try between meetings. He also offers space to talk through grief, compassion fatigue, and struggles with addiction or bipolar-related mood changes.
Timothy works with adults who want concrete tools and straightforward discussion. He accepts clients in English and can work with international clients. Before booking, confirm current session formats and any details about scheduling or fees through the platform's matching and scheduling tools.
Practical approaches for online sessions
Timothy uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that emphasize skills people can use day to day. One approach is behavioral activation, which focuses on increasing small, manageable activities to lift mood and reduce avoidance. It helps when low motivation or depression makes it hard to do ordinary tasks.Another common approach he uses is exposure-based work for anxiety and phobias, which involves gradual practice with feared situations or social moments. The goal is to build confidence by taking small, repeated steps rather than avoiding those situations entirely.
Finding which methods fit best is part of the work. He will collaborate with each person to choose and adjust approaches based on their goals, needs, and what feels doable. This collaborative planning helps make sessions practical and relevant.
Confirm the current session formats before booking, since formats were not specified in the original biography. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Some formats use less bandwidth or do not require video, which can help on days when a longer session is not possible. Discuss scheduling and format options during the matching process to find what works best.
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Experience
3+ years
Listed in
Washington
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He helps with stress, anxiety, self-esteem, depression, social anxiety and phobia, and related concerns like guilt, isolation, and workplace issues.
What is his therapeutic style like?
He focuses on practical skills and clear steps people can try between sessions, alongside talking through feelings and life challenges.
How much experience does he have?
He has three years of professional experience delivering mental health services since completing his Master of Social Work in 2018.
What credential and region does he work under?
He is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) practicing under a Washington LICSW credential and works with clients in Washington.
Can sessions be conducted in other languages?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he take clients outside the US?
He accepts international clients; confirm any scheduling details during the matching process.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a first session.