I am licensed (LCSW) in Utah and Arizona with 20+ years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, depression, anger, healing from trauma and abuse, coping with grief and loss, and relationship issues. I am also certified in addictions counseling (MAC) and have 20+ years experience helping clients address those issues. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. I know that it takes courage to seek out a more functional, fulfilling, and happier life and to take the first steps towards positive change. I am here to assist, support, and empower you in that journey.
Additional areas of focus: Addictions, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Intimacy-related issues, Sleeping disorders, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, Communication problems, Divorce and separation, Drug and alcohol addiction, Emptiness, Family of origin issues, Family problems, Guilt and shame, Impulsivity, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Veteran and Armed Forces Issues, Mood disorders, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Post-traumatic stress, Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling), Social anxiety and phobia, Workplace issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Existential Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
UT LCSW 288060-3501
AZ LCSW LCSW-20651
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for James Salka. 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.
Great listener, knowledgeable, asks the right questions, leads me to a conclusion instead of just trying to tell it to me. James is a great therapist and I look forward to his continued support.
Written on Nov 22, 2024 after therapy with James for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, and adhd
I appreciate the sessions I have had with James Salka. There are a couple of insights, that have helped me cope with the challenges and emotions I am processing. I enjoy his engaging style of communication and questions that encourage self-reflection. It feels very much like talking through my thoughts with a trusted friend.
Written on Nov 14, 2024 after therapy with James for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, career difficulties, coaching, and compassion fatigue
Wonderful experience.
Written on Nov 04, 2024 after therapy with James for 10 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
James is super understanding and he will find ways to relate with you and present you with super effective techniques. Would definitely recommend!
Written on Oct 09, 2024 after therapy with James for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes
I appreciate James' experience and knowledge greatly. He understands my issues and offers a great way to reflect upon them.
Written on Oct 05, 2024 after therapy with James for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, relationship issues, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
Very Professional and understanding. Highly recommended!
Written on Aug 13, 2024 after therapy with James for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd