I am licensed in Kansas with 40 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, & coping with grief and loss. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!
Additional areas of focus:Aging and geriatric issues, Antisocial personality, Blended family issues, Caregiver issues and stress, Chronic pain, illness, and disability, Codependency, Coping with natural or human-caused disaster, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD), Divorce and separation, Family of origin issues, Family problems, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Men's issues, Midlife crisis, Veteran and Armed Forces Issues, Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Phobias, Post-traumatic stress, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-love, Social anxiety and phobia, Traumatic brain injury, Workplace issues
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KS LSCSW LSCSW 0690
Reviews
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for James "JT" Smith. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
I’ve only had one session. I’m looking forward to more. He is easy to connect with and listens
Written on Mar 19, 2025 after therapy with James "JT" for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, family conflicts, sleeping disorders, and self esteem
He is an amazing person and therapist! He helped guide me into better paths in life! Highly recommend him!
Written on Mar 11, 2025 after therapy with James "JT" for 9 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and adhd
JT has been wonderful to say the least. He has great availability when it comes to scheduling appointments, and always has great encouragement and advice for me when I need it.
Written on Mar 10, 2025 after therapy with James "JT" for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, and adhd
James “JT” smith has been phenomenal to work with. Caring, understanding and always available to help when you need it.
Written on Feb 26, 2025 after therapy with James "JT" for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
We’ve only met once but JT asked good questions and I have confidence in his willingness to assist me.
Written on Jan 13, 2025 after therapy with James "JT" for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, and family conflicts
JT is great at listening and giving me multiple perspectives. He also challenges me to better myself.
Written on Jan 12, 2025 after therapy with James "JT" for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes
JT and I have only been on line twice but he had covered some buried issues right off the bat! I will contine my sessions with him
Written on Dec 14, 2024 after therapy with James "JT" for 1 month on issues concerning depression, addictions, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, anger management, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
We’ve had 3 or 4 sessions and I am already gaining understanding of my situation that after years of self reflection I did not piece together by myself. He is kind and genuine and I am very glad to have found him.
Written on Dec 11, 2024 after therapy with James "JT" for 4 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, and anger management
JT's experience and knowledge is great!
Written on Oct 16, 2024 after therapy with James "JT" for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, coping with life changes, and coaching
JT is an amazing and knowledgeable person. His years of experience come out in a very measured and professional approach that also is very flexible, personal, and warm. His insights into people are rare and he has a unique way of conveying and communicating ideas.
Written on Jul 23, 2024 after therapy with James "JT" for 8 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
Very professional and down to earth person with a good heart
Written on Jul 14, 2024 after therapy with James "JT" for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, grief, self esteem, and adhd
Thank you JT my first session was much more than what I expected it to be. And I am so very thankful and glad I did it. Look forward to our next session for sure. Thank you for your professionalism, grace, understanding and all.
Written on Jun 28, 2024 after therapy with James "JT" for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, and anger management
JT is the right person at the right time for me. I feel like he gets me. Some days he just listens to me rant and some days he digs deep into my soul and moves some things around. That is exactly what I need.
Written on Jan 05, 2024 after therapy with James "JT" for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
JT is deeply insightful, respectful and professional. He is the best therapist I have had in many years
Written on Jan 04, 2024 after therapy with James "JT" for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, career difficulties, and compassion fatigue
I would highly recommend JT as a therapist. He is kind, attentive, and understanding, and he has been a great help to me in working through my issues. He is also adaptable to my various talking points, which has been very helpful in our sessions.
Here are some specific examples of what I appreciate about JT:
* He is always punctual and professional.
* He creates a safe and comfortable space for me to talk about my thoughts and feelings.
* He is a good listener and he asks insightful questions that help me to get to the root of my issues.
* He is knowledgeable about a variety of therapeutic techniques and he is able to tailor his approach to my individual needs.
* He is patient and understanding, and he never judges me.
* He is encouraging and supportive, and he helps me to feel like I can achieve my goals.
Overall, I am very happy with my experience with JT as a therapist. He is a caring and competent professional, and I would highly recommend him to anyone who is looking for a therapist.
Written on Nov 28, 2023 after therapy with James "JT" for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, coping with life changes, and adhd
So much experience. Always on time. Has never been late. Always asks if i have a question
Written on Nov 23, 2023 after therapy with James "JT" for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
He is amazing for what I am needing to figure out.
He makes me think of things in a different way, for me, that works to get out of my mind
Written on Sep 11, 2023 after therapy with James "JT" for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, coaching, and compassion fatigue
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