I am a Licensed Professional Counsellor with many years of experience dealing with individuals, couples, and families. I have experience in inpatient, partial hospital and outpatient settings. I have been both a clinician and administrator and have many years experience supervising other clinicians. Much of my career has been directed toward alcohol and drug addiction. My principal focus is cognitive behavioral therapy which assists the client in examining the relationship between dissonant thoughts and subsequent behaviors. I also employ Family Systems Therapy.
Additional areas of focus: Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse, Intimacy-related issues, Parenting issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Blended family issues, Caregiver issues and stress, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Drug and alcohol addiction
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems
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Absolutely amazing experience with James - has helped me build some positive habits for myself. Follow the homework and be honest with yourself and him.
Written on Mar 18, 2023 after therapy with James for 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and career difficulties
After being cycled through a few therapists who were unavailable/unhelpful, James has been really helpful in giving me solid, practical advice that I could apply immediately. I really appreciate how he keeps things lighthearted and positive so you feel open to share anything without judgment. I would definitely recommend him to other people.
Written on Feb 10, 2023 after therapy with James for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, and adhd
Jim is very personable, caring and thoughtful. Listens, gives great tips and is very knowledgeable
Written on Jan 31, 2023 after therapy with James for 5 months on issues concerning relationship issues, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes
Thank you very good appreciate everything just would like to speak with a woman therapist now wishing you well
Written on Jan 09, 2023 after therapy with James for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Very pleasant to talk to, very straightforward and supportive. I have come so far since we have started talking. Highly recommend!!
Written on Dec 20, 2022 after therapy with James for 10 months on issues concerning depression, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and compassion fatigue
James is a great therapist and a really good oerson
Written on Dec 05, 2022 after therapy with James for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, sleeping disorders, and self esteem