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Timothy McIntyre

Timothy McIntyre

LCSW

Therapist · Missouri · 20+ years of experience

Experienced therapist focusing on anger and relationships

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  • Relational approach
  • Practical skills
  • Client-centered

About Timothy

Timothy McIntyre is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who helps people manage anger and related relationship stress. He focuses on how thoughts, beliefs, and patterns shape daily reactions. Timothy listens for what a person has learned to rely on and what may be holding them back from calmer responses.

He works with people to identify habits that increase tension and to try different ways of responding. Sessions emphasize practical, real-world changes rather than just talking about problems. Timothy draws on a mix of approaches to match what each person needs in the room.

Timothy earned a Master in Social Work from Loyola University of Chicago and has practiced since 1991. He has worked in private practice, group practice, and corporate settings, which gives him experience with work-related stress as well as personal and family concerns. He holds Licensed Clinical Social Worker credentials in Missouri and Illinois.

In sessions he helps people look at family of origin patterns, communication problems, and issues like guilt, shame, and control. He also supports people facing life transitions, career stress, parenting strain, and intimacy or commitment questions. The work often combines exploring personal history with learning concrete skills for managing anger and stress.

Timothy aims for clear goals and steady progress. He frames therapy as a collaborative process where people try new strategies between sessions and bring back what helps and what doesn’t.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsSelf esteemCoping with life changesCoaching

Also works with

Stress, AnxietyLGBTIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesDepression

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

20+ years

Credentials

Illinois, Missouri

Languages

English

How therapeutic approaches guide online work

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and building a trusting relationship. It helps people feel heard and clarify what they want to change. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at how thoughts and behaviors link to feelings and teaches practical skills to reduce anger and anxiety.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit their goals and preferences. That might mean focusing on skill-building in CBT for immediate anger management or using client-centered work to explore deeper patterns over time.

Confirm current session options before booking so you know what formats are offered. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week and reduce travel time. It also lets people attend from a quieter location, use less bandwidth when needed, or choose a shorter check-in when schedules are tight. Licensed professionals can support the same kinds of goals online that they do in person, and the therapist will help shape sessions to fit daily life and responsibilities.

At a glance

Listed location
Missouri
Experience
20+ years
Credentials
LCSW
Languages
English
License (Illinois)
LCSW · No. 149003365
License (Missouri)
LCSW · No. 2013044527
NPI
1588071286

As listed by the therapist. You can check a license with the state board and an NPI with the national registry.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does Timothy address?

He helps with anger, relationship problems, self-esteem, stress, anxiety, depression, parenting and career issues, among others listed in his specialties.

How would you describe his therapeutic style?

He uses a relational, practical style that looks at thoughts and patterns. Sessions include exploring history and trying concrete changes to behavior.

What is his clinical background?

He has worked in private and group practice and in corporate settings, bringing over 20 years of psychotherapy experience.

What credentials and region should I know about?

He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with credentials in Illinois and Missouri and practices in Missouri.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients work with him?

He does not accept international clients at this time.

How does cost and payment work?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

What is the process to begin therapy?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.

Before you start

  • Online talk therapy is not a court-ordered or mandated anger-management course, and it does not provide attendance certificates.
  • Check that the location and license details above fit where you live.
  • If anyone is at risk of being harmed, contact emergency services or a domestic-abuse helpline first. See the support lines for the US, UK and Australia.
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