- Thoughts and habits
- Practical strategies
- Goal focused
About James
He uses straightforward, evidence-informed methods to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and habits. Sessions focus on small, usable steps that fit into everyday life. Conversations aim to calm panic and reduce overwhelm while building clearer ways to communicate and set boundaries.
Clients can expect a direct but empathetic style that emphasizes skill-building. James frequently draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution-Focused techniques to set clear goals and test what works. He also incorporates Mindfulness Therapy to strengthen moment-to-moment awareness and stress management.
Over nearly two decades he has supported people dealing with obsessive thoughts, panic attacks, compulsions, and social anxiety. He helps those coping with heartbreak, infidelity, fatherhood concerns, and career stress to find steady routines and better decision patterns.
His approach is collaborative: he listens to what matters most, suggests manageable practices, and adapts plans as needs change. People leave sessions with concrete strategies for managing intense emotions and reshaping daily habits to support long-term change.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
18+ years
Credentials
Texas
Languages
English
How his approaches fit into online therapy
James commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people spot unhelpful thoughts and try new responses. CBT breaks problems into thoughts, feelings, and actions so small experiments can show what changes are helpful.He also uses Mindfulness Therapy to build attention to the present moment and reduce reactivity. Mindfulness practice can help with anxiety, panic, and mood swings by teaching simple exercises to steady focus.
Solution-Focused Therapy features short-term goal setting and practical steps that lead to quick wins. This approach is useful when the aim is concrete change, such as improving communication or coping strategies.
Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk through your goals, try methods that suit your needs, and adjust plans based on what is working. You and the therapist decide together which practices to keep.
If you are considering online sessions, confirm the current session options before booking since formats are not specified here. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, allow shorter check-ins when time is limited, and remove travel time so sessions fit around work or family commitments.
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he address?
He helps with stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar mood issues, ADHD, addictions, trauma, and relationship or family problems.
What is his therapeutic style?
He uses a direct, empathetic approach focused on practical steps. Sessions emphasize noticing thoughts and changing everyday habits.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 18 years of professional experience as a licensed counselor working with a range of mood and anxiety concerns.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He holds LPC status as a licensed professional counselor in Texas and practices from that state.
Which languages are offered for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the U.S. work with him?
He is not currently accepting international clients.
How are fees and billing handled?
Cost varies with location and availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a session according to the therapist's availability.