I am licensed in Illinois with 25 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & coping with life changes. I also have experience working with executive and professional coaching. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.
Additional areas of focus: Communication problems, Life purpose, Men's issues, Midlife crisis, Military and Veterans Issues, Self-love, Workplace issues
Clinical approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Existential Therapy, Hypnotherapy, Jungian Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy
IL Psychologist 071003828
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James is very understanding and easy to talk to, in just one session I was able to better understand my anxiety and find ways to cope.
Written on Aug 06, 2024 after therapy with James for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and coping with life changes
Great therapist
Written on Jul 29, 2024 after therapy with James for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
Working with James is a pleasure. He's a great listener and offers a perspective that unique and helpful. James is definitely a people person and the support he offers is truly priceless!
Written on Jul 05, 2024 after therapy with James for 1 month on issues concerning self esteem, coping with life changes, and coaching
I found James very easy to talk to and work with. We were able to delve deep into issues quickly or at whatever pace I preferred. I never felt judged or ignored. On the contrary, Jim was very attentive, and I felt he was genuinely there to help me achieve my goals with actionable steps and valuable insights. I've already seen changes after just a few weeks. Try him out—you won't be disappointed.
Written on Jun 05, 2024 after therapy with James for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, and coaching
James has been great with my 1st few sessions and I look forward to continue and learn to trust James
Written on May 28, 2024 after therapy with James for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
I’ve only recently started therapy with Jim and what has impressed me the most is how quickly he has been able to have a positive impact on my struggles.
Written on Mar 27, 2024 after therapy with James for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, and coping with life changes