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James Fry

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James Fry, LMFT

Texas

LMFT in Texas - Stress and Anxiety

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  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
  • Addictions support
  • Anger management

About James

James Fry is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in Texas with 40 years of clinical experience. He helps people manage stress and anxiety, cope with addictions, address trauma and abuse, and work through anger and family conflict. James speaks English and practices in Texas.

He uses straightforward conversation to identify unhelpful thoughts and patterns that keep problems going. Sessions focus on noticing what people think and do in everyday situations, and then trying small, practical changes to see what helps. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is one approach he uses to break down problems into manageable steps.

James pays attention to issues that often overlap with the main concerns, such as attachment or abandonment worries, communication problems, control issues, guilt and shame, and challenges tied to illness, caregiving, or midlife transitions. He also brings experience with concerns common to men and to veterans and armed forces issues.

In sessions he works at a steady pace and encourages clear tasks people can try between meetings. Homework and real-life practice are used to test new ways of thinking and acting. Progress is tracked by looking at what changes in daily routines and relationships.

To begin, the reader is asked to use the site's matching process and schedule an initial session. The therapist does not offer services to international clients and keeps work focused on the issues listed above.

How his CBT approach translates to online work

James uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to map the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions. CBT sessions focus on identifying specific thinking patterns that increase distress, then testing new behaviors in everyday life; this approach is useful for anxiety, stress, and anger.

He aims to keep online work practical. Sessions emphasize clear goals, small experiments to try between appointments, and reviewing results together. This helps when someone wants step-by-step problem solving for habits, intrusive thoughts, or cravings.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. He will work with each person to decide which techniques fit their needs and goals, and will adjust methods based on how people respond. The process is collaborative and task-oriented.

The profile does not list specific session formats here, so confirm available session types before booking. In general, online sessions can make it easier to schedule meetings around work, reduce travel time, or allow shorter check-ins when needed. Ask about the current session options and how they would fit into daily routines.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseAnger management

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Experience

40+ years

Listed in

Texas

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does he commonly address?

He helps people with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, anger, and family conflict.

How does he approach therapy?

He uses practical, conversational work to spot unhelpful thoughts and habits, then tries small behavior changes to see what helps.

How much clinical experience does he have?

He has 40 years of professional work experience as a therapist.

What credentials and location are listed?

He is an LMFT licensed in Texas and practices there.

Which languages are supported?

Sessions are offered in English only.

Does he work with international clients?

He does not accept international clients at this time.

How are fees and payments handled?

Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

What are the first steps to start?

Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.

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