Profile / United States
Alexis James, LMHC
New York
LMHC - Anxiety and Life Change
See online therapy options- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
- Skills-based focus
About Alexis
Alexis James is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) with ten years of clinical experience. She holds licensure in Florida and New York and works with people facing stress, anxiety, self-esteem struggles, life changes, addictions, relationship and family concerns, trauma and abuse, grief, eating issues, parenting strain, anger, career questions, bipolar disorder, depression, coaching needs, and ADHD.
Alexis focuses on practical, problem-focused work. She uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) alongside approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), and client-centered methods. Sessions center on noticing unhelpful thoughts and habits, testing new responses, and building skills that fit day-to-day life.
She often addresses related themes like abandonment, caregiver stress, communication problems, family of origin issues, guilt and shame, impulsivity, loneliness, life purpose, multicultural concerns, obsessions and compulsions, panic attacks, phobias, postpartum depression, Seasonal Affective Disorder, and self-love. That list reflects common issues she helps people talk through and manage.
Alexis describes a straightforward style. She looks for solutions that can be tried between sessions and adjusted as needed. The work aims to identify behaviors and thoughts that get in the way and then practice realistic alternatives.
Outside of practice she is a mother and enjoys travel, shopping, and interior design. Prospective clients in New York can expect direct, structured sessions that focus on skills and gradual change.
How Alexis Uses Structured Approaches in Remote Sessions
Alexis commonly draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy in her remote work. CBT focuses on spotting thoughts and behaviors that contribute to distress and practicing concrete alternatives to reduce anxiety, manage mood, and address obsessive or avoidant patterns. ACT emphasizes noticing internal experiences and choosing actions that reflect personal values, which can help with life changes, motivation, and persistent worries.She treats the choice of approach as collaborative. Early sessions are used to clarify goals, try methods, and adjust the plan based on what feels most useful. The process is practical: track reactions, test small behavioral changes, and build skills that fit daily routines.
Specific session formats were not listed in the biography, so confirm available online options before booking. Many clients find online sessions help fit therapy into work and family schedules, allow shorter check-ins when time is limited, and make it easier to keep appointments during travel or busy weeks. Alexis supports clients by matching methods and pacing to each person's needs and goals.
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Experience
10+ years
Listed in
Florida, New York
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with most often?
She supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, self-esteem concerns, life changes, addictions, trauma, grief, relationship and family issues, depression, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and related areas.
How does she use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in sessions?
She uses CBT to identify unhelpful thoughts and habits and to practice alternative responses. Work is practical and skill-focused with exercises to try between sessions.
What is her clinical background and experience?
She has ten years of experience as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and has worked with a wide range of concerns across that time.
Where is she licensed and based?
She is an LMHC licensed in Florida and New York and is based in New York.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the U.S. work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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