Jeana Spencer-Rooks, LMSW

Therapist · Michigan · 22+ years of experience

Experienced Michigan therapist for life transitions

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Practical coping skills
Acceptance-based methods
Collaborative care

About Jeana

Jeana Spencer-Rooks is a licensed master social worker with 22 years of clinical experience in Michigan. She draws on long experience to help people facing anxiety, depression, stress, grief, ADHD, and self-esteem struggles. Her approach is warm and straightforward, aimed at practical change people can use day to day.

She centers each session on the person's priorities. Conversations focus on what matters now and what to try next. Jeana listens for patterns and helps name small steps clients can take between sessions to see real shifts in mood and function.

Her work covers a wide range of concerns, including relationship and intimacy-related issues, career and workplace stress, addictions, and coping with life changes. She also supports people dealing with chronic illness, caregiving strain, body image, and aging-related questions.

Jeana uses a mix of approaches that fit each person's situation. She blends acceptance-based strategies, cognitive techniques, and mindfulness tools so clients can build clarity and steady habits. Motivational interviewing and solution-focused methods are added when people want to make concrete changes quickly.

People who contact her can expect a collaborative process. Sessions are intended to be a place to try out different perspectives, practice new skills, and track progress at a manageable pace. The goal is clearer choices and more grounded days, whatever a person's starting point.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, Anxiety Grief Self esteemCareer difficultiesDepression

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issues Body imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDivorce and separationEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesInfidelity Isolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purpose Midlife crisis Money and financial issuesMulticultural concernsNarcissismPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issues Workplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

22+ years

Credentials

Michigan

Languages

English

How Jeana’s Approaches Work in Online Therapy

Jeana commonly uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in her work. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on accepting difficult thoughts and feelings while committing to actions that match a person's values; it can help with anxiety, grief, and major life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and teaches skills to change them, which can reduce symptoms of depression, anxiety, and low self-esteem.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. Jeana works collaboratively with each person to identify goals and experiment with methods that fit their needs and preferences. She adjusts techniques over time so therapy stays focused and useful.

The original biography does not specify which online session formats are offered, so confirm current session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy week, shorten travel time, and let people check in from quieter surroundings. It also allows continued care for those who have moved or are coordinating life across locations. Licensed professionals can help tailor session length and homework to fit everyday routines.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does she address?

She works with a broad range of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, grief, ADHD, self-esteem, addictions, relationship and intimacy-related issues, career strain, and coping with life changes.

How would you describe her therapy style?

Her style is client-centered and practical. Sessions focus on listening, naming patterns, and trying small, useful steps between appointments.

How long has she been practicing?

She has 22 years of professional experience in mental health work and brings that background to session planning and problem solving.

What credential does she hold and where is she based?

She is an LMSW, which stands for Licensed Master Social Worker, and she practices in Michigan.

Can I work with her if I live outside the United States?

International clients are accepted. Sessions are offered in English.

What session formats are available?

The original biography does not list specific session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.

How are costs handled?

Fees vary with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with her?

Select the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.