Brian Timms, LCSW
Affirming support for stress, relationships, and personal growth
- LGBTQ+ affirming care
- Stress and anxiety support
- Collaborative skill building
About Brian Timms
Brian Timms, LCSW, is a licensed therapist in Oklahoma who supports people facing complex life challenges with a steady, compassionate approach. He focuses on creating an affirming, inclusive space for LGBTQ+ individuals, older adults, and anyone dealing with stress, anxiety, and relationship concerns.
In sessions, Brian helps clients make sense of their unique experiences, strengthen self-love, and improve communication, especially when social anxiety, self-doubt, or ongoing pressure have made daily life feel harder to manage. His work is grounded in practical coping strategies and skill-building that can support emotional resilience and personal growth over time.
With experience serving diverse populations, Brian offers individualized support for concerns that may include workplace stress, life transitions, identity exploration, and shifting interpersonal dynamics. He aims to meet each person where they are, providing non-judgmental guidance that recognizes strengths while also making room for honest reflection.
Brian’s style is collaborative and empowering, with care tailored to each client’s goals and preferences. He works alongside clients through challenging seasons, helping them move toward greater clarity, self-understanding, and a more grounded way of relating to themselves and others.
In sessions, Brian helps clients make sense of their unique experiences, strengthen self-love, and improve communication, especially when social anxiety, self-doubt, or ongoing pressure have made daily life feel harder to manage. His work is grounded in practical coping strategies and skill-building that can support emotional resilience and personal growth over time.
With experience serving diverse populations, Brian offers individualized support for concerns that may include workplace stress, life transitions, identity exploration, and shifting interpersonal dynamics. He aims to meet each person where they are, providing non-judgmental guidance that recognizes strengths while also making room for honest reflection.
Brian’s style is collaborative and empowering, with care tailored to each client’s goals and preferences. He works alongside clients through challenging seasons, helping them move toward greater clarity, self-understanding, and a more grounded way of relating to themselves and others.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
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 Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Brian Timms have?
Brian Timms has 11 years of experience.
Is Brian Timms a licensed therapist?
Yes. Brian Timms is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) in Oklahoma (OK LCSW 4957).
In which languages does Brian Timms provide therapy?
Brian Timms provides therapy in English.
Where is Brian Timms located?
Brian Timms is located in Oklahoma.
How can I work with Brian Timms as my therapist?
You can work with Brian Timms through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. This range of options can make it easier to choose a format that fits your schedule and comfort level.
Does Brian Timms work with international clients?
No. Brian Timms does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Brian Timms cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches That Translate Well to Online Care
Brian Timms draws from approaches that support practical change while honoring each client’s lived experience. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating a respectful, affirming relationship where clients can explore identity, relationships, stress, and life transitions at their own pace, with the therapist meeting them where they are.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps clients notice patterns between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. It can be especially useful for stress and anxiety concerns, communication struggles, and day-to-day overwhelm by practicing skills that support more workable responses over time. Mindfulness Therapy builds present-moment awareness and steadier emotional regulation, which can help when racing thoughts, tension, or reactivity make it difficult to feel grounded.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Brian collaborates with clients to clarify goals, understand what has and has not helped before, and choose strategies that fit their preferences and current needs, adjusting along the way as those needs change.
Online therapy also offers flexible ways to connect, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. This variety can make it easier to maintain consistency, fit sessions into a busy schedule, and access support from wherever is most convenient.