Brian Lingle, LMSW

Brian Lingle is a licensed master social worker in Michigan who helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression, family tensions, trauma and parenting challenges. He draws on five years of clinical experience to provide straightforward support. Brian aims to make the first steps into therapy feel manageable for people who are uncertain or overwhelmed.

He uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients spot unhelpful thinking and try new patterns of behavior. He also incorporates Narrative Therapy to look at the stories people tell about themselves and Solution-Focused Therapy to set short-term goals and build practical plans. Sessions focus on clear, achievable steps rather than jargon.

Brian adapts conversation and goals to match each person's needs. He listens for what matters, then helps people test small changes that can reduce anxiety or improve relationships. He emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and compassion in every session.

People who struggle with family conflict, issues around parenting, or the long-term effects of trauma can expect collaborative problem solving and concrete strategies. Brian also works with concerns such as abandonment, attachment questions, fatherhood issues, and feelings of isolation or shame.

Sessions are available in English and take place online using video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. Brian uses a subscription model for sessions that can be canceled at any time. To begin, people complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.

How these approaches work online

Brian commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution-Focused Therapy in online sessions. CBT helps people notice thoughts that increase anxiety or low mood and practice new, more helpful responses. Solution-Focused Therapy concentrates on your goals and small changes that move you toward the outcomes you want, often producing quick, practical steps.

Choosing the best approach is a shared process. Brian will work with clients to decide which methods fit their needs and preferences, and he adjusts the plan as progress is made. That collaboration helps tailor sessions to what matters most to each person.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video lets you use face-to-face conversation for deeper discussion, while phone calls can work when bandwidth is limited. Live chat or messaging can be useful for brief check-ins, short exercises, or when a session needs to fit into a busy day. These options make it easier to keep therapy consistent with everyday life and schedules.