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James Pelzer, LMHC
Florida
LMHC in Florida - addictions and mood concerns
See online therapy options- Addictions work
- CBT methods
- Motivational interviewing
About James
James Pelzer is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Florida with four years of post-licensure experience. He helps people manage anxiety, depression, substance use concerns, anger, relationship and parenting stresses, and trauma-related problems. He also works with issues such as self-esteem, grief, intimacy, bipolar mood concerns, and life transitions.
His style centers on clear, practical work. Sessions usually focus on noticing unhelpful thoughts and habits, trying new ways of responding, and setting small, actionable goals. He draws from cognitive behavioral methods alongside client-centered and mindfulness approaches to keep sessions concrete and focused on change.
Pelzer began clinical work as a Naval drug and alcohol counselor in 2000 and became an LMHC in 2017. He has experience across community mental health, private practice, group settings, and individual sessions. That background informs a straightforward approach to addiction and substance-related problems as well as family of origin and fatherhood concerns.
People who meet with him can expect step-by-step problem solving and an emphasis on skills they can use between sessions. He uses motivational interviewing and solution-focused techniques when helpful to build momentum and clarify goals. He also addresses multicultural concerns, prejudice or discrimination, and trauma responses with attention to practical coping strategies.
Sessions are conducted in English from Florida. Prospective clients should confirm current session options before booking and follow the site’s process to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first appointment.
How James blends CBT and other approaches for online work
James uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in a practical way to help people notice thought patterns and try different behaviors. CBT sessions often include clear exercises, thought logs, and small behavioral experiments to reduce anxiety, manage mood, or address substance-related triggers.He also works from a client-centered perspective, which means sessions focus on the person’s goals and priorities, with the therapist following the client’s lead to set the pace. Mindfulness therapy is used alongside this work to teach simple attention and breathing practices that reduce reactivity and support emotion regulation.
Finding the right mix of methods is part of the work. He will collaborate with each person to identify which approaches fit their needs and adjust techniques as goals evolve. That shared decision-making helps shape session structure and homework between meetings.
Session formats are not specified in the provided biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a routine, shorten travel time, and allow focused check-ins between other responsibilities. Discussing scheduling preferences during the matching process helps match practical needs with therapeutic approach.
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Experience
4+ years
Listed in
Florida
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he commonly address?
He works with addictions, anxiety, depression, anger, trauma and related relationship and parenting stresses.
How would he describe his therapeutic approach?
He uses practical, client-centered work with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques and mindfulness to change unhelpful thoughts and habits.
What is his clinical background?
He started as a Naval drug and alcohol counselor in 2000 and became an LMHC in 2017, with experience in community mental health and private practice.
Where is he licensed to practice?
He holds a Florida Licensed Mental Health Counselor credential listed as FL LMHC and practices from Florida.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he work with clients outside the United States?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are session fees handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What is the first step to begin?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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