Profile / United States
James Michael Mannion, LCSW
Illinois
Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Stress and Anxiety
See online therapy options- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Trauma and grief
- Career coaching
About James
James Michael Mannion is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Illinois with eight years of counseling experience. He focuses on stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, and career coaching for people needing practical support and clear strategies.
He uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) alongside other methods to help clients notice unhelpful thinking and adjust day-to-day responses. Sessions are structured and aim to identify patterns that keep problems active, then test small changes to see what helps.
James also draws on Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills, mindfulness practices, EMDR principles, and motivational interviewing when those approaches fit a person’s goals. He explains tools plainly and practices them in short exercises during sessions so clients can try them between meetings.
His work includes common concerns such as codependency, control issues, divorce and separation, domestic violence, substance problems, guilt and shame, isolation, and questions about life purpose. He lists fatherhood issues, gender dysphoria, men’s issues, midlife crisis, money worries, and mood disorders among areas he addresses.
People start by filling a short matching questionnaire and scheduling a first session. Costs vary with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Sessions are conducted in English and James does not accept international clients.
How his approaches translate to online sessions
James uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to break down unhelpful thinking and test small behavioral changes. CBT sessions focus on identifying automatic thoughts, trying alternative responses, and reviewing what worked between sessions.He also incorporates Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills and EMDR-informed techniques when they fit a person's needs. DBT skills training covers emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness in short, practical steps. EMDR-informed work concentrates on processing difficult memories through guided attention and bilateral stimulation methods where appropriate.
Finding the right approach is collaborative. James will discuss goals, try methods in session, and adjust based on what feels most useful. He works with clients to decide which combination of CBT, DBT skills, or EMDR-informed techniques matches their priorities.
The biography does not list specific online formats, so confirm current session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a day, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. Ask about session length and format when arranging the first appointment to match therapy to everyday life.
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Experience
8+ years
Listed in
Illinois
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he focus on?
He focuses on stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, and career coaching. Additional areas include codependency, substance issues, and mood concerns.
How does he use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy?
He uses CBT to help people spot unhelpful thoughts and try different responses. Sessions are structured and include practical exercises to use between meetings.
What experience does he bring to sessions?
He has eight years of professional counseling experience working with crisis, stress, trauma, grief, and career-related concerns.
What are his credentials and location?
He is an LCSW licensed in Illinois. Practice and billing are based on that licensing and location.
Does he offer sessions in other languages or countries?
Sessions are offered in English. He does not accept international clients.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Confirm current session options before booking.
How are costs handled?
Costs vary with location and services. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a first session.
Details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. A license can be checked with the state board.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are not safe, use the crisis numbers.