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James Kuemmerle, LCSW, CSW
Colorado
LCSW - Stress and relationship concerns
See online therapy options- CBT and skills work
- DBT and mindfulness
- Coaching between sessions
About James
James Kuemmerle is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Colorado with 29 years of practice. He helps people handle stress, anxiety, relationship and family concerns, anger, depression, addiction, trauma, grief, sleep problems, parenting challenges, self-esteem, career questions, ADHD and other life changes.
He uses practical, skill-based approaches to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and habits. Sessions focus on what is happening now and on small steps that can change day-to-day experience. Conversations are straightforward and aimed at identifying patterns that keep problems going and testing new ways of responding.
James combines Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with client-centered work and other methods like DBT, mindfulness, narrative techniques and motivational interviewing. That mix lets him teach concrete skills - for example, ways to manage strong emotions, change automatic thoughts, and build routines that improve sleep and mood.
His background includes long experience across clinical settings in Colorado. He has worked with people facing addiction, caregiving stress, trauma, end-of-life concerns, and career or midlife transitions. The focus is on practical tools, not labels, so sessions often include exercises, skill practice, and brief coaching between meetings.
People who prefer clear direction and hands-on strategies are likely to get the most from his style. Before a first session he asks a few questions to match priorities and plan initial steps, keeping early meetings focused and useful.
How his approaches translate to online work
James uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify and test unhelpful thoughts and habits, focusing on concrete experiments and short skill drills that can be practiced between sessions. CBT helps with anxiety, low mood, sleep issues and problem-focused goals. Client-centered therapy emphasizes listening and reflecting to help people clarify what matters to them and set practical goals. Dialectical Behavior Therapy offers emotion regulation and distress-tolerance skills that are useful when emotions feel overwhelming.Finding the right mix of methods is part of the process. He works with clients to decide which approaches fit their goals, experience, and daily routines. That decision is collaborative and can be adjusted as work progresses.
Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm current online options before booking. In general, online sessions make it easier to fit meetings into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and let clients practice skills in their everyday setting. Many people find it simpler to schedule therapy around work, caregiving, or travel when online options are available, while still working on the same practical CBT and DBT skills they would in person.
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Experience
29+ years
Listed in
Colorado
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with most often?
He helps with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family issues, anger, addiction, trauma, grief, sleep problems, parenting, ADHD and related life changes.
How would you describe his therapeutic approach?
He uses practical, skill-based methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy alongside client-centered work, DBT, mindfulness and motivational interviewing to teach coping strategies and behavior changes.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 29 years of professional experience working in clinical settings in Colorado and with a wide range of concerns over that time.
What are his credentials and where does he practice?
He is an LCSW and CSW licensed in Colorado and practices from that state.
Does he offer sessions in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
Session formats are not specified here; please confirm the current session options before booking.
How are session costs handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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