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James White, LPC
Alabama
Alabama LPC - Stress and mood concerns
See online therapy options- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy
- Mindfulness techniques
About James
James White is an Alabama Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with 15 years of experience. He helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression, addiction, relationship and intimacy concerns, trauma and grief, and related issues. Sessions are conducted in English and he accepts international clients.
He uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and narrative approaches. In practice he focuses on concrete skills people can use right away. That includes emotion regulation, coping strategies for panic and depression, and tools to address substance use patterns.
James has substantial experience supporting people with personality disorders, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and complicated grief. He also works with people dealing with caregiver stress, first responder pressures, HIV/AIDS concerns, end-of-life issues, and non-monogamous relationship challenges. He aims to help clients set clear goals and build step-by-step plans to meet them.
Sessions tend to emphasize practical exercises and skill rehearsal instead of long interpretation. He will help a person notice unhelpful thought patterns, experiment with different responses, and track what works. Progress is approached in small, measurable steps so people can see change over time.
People who choose James can expect straightforward, skills-based sessions that focus on problem solving and coping. He encourages measurable goals and regular check-ins to adjust strategies as needed.
How his CBT, ACT and DBT approaches translate to online work
James uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people identify unhelpful thoughts and test new behaviors. CBT sessions focus on short, structured exercises and homework that can be practiced between meetings to reduce anxiety and improve mood.He also draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, which emphasizes noticing difficult feelings and committing to actions that reflect personal values. ACT can help people cope with painful emotions without getting stuck and supports work on life changes and grief.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy techniques are used to build emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. DBT skills are often taught in clear steps and practiced in session so clients can apply them when emotions run high.
Finding the right mix of approaches is collaborative. He will review goals and preferences with each person and adjust methods over time. The therapist and client decide together which skills to prioritize and how to measure progress.
The original biography does not specify session formats, so confirm available options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy day, allow brief check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Licensed professionals often adapt exercises for video or phone meetings to keep sessions focused and practical.
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Experience
15+ years
Listed in
Alabama
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What issues does he commonly help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, trauma and grief, relationship and intimacy concerns, sleeping and anger issues, self-esteem, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and related areas.
How does he use CBT in sessions?
He uses CBT to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and habits, test different responses, and practice new behaviors in daily life.
What is his clinical background?
He has 15 years of experience providing therapy and has worked with people facing personality disorders, substance use, and complex grief among other concerns.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is an LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor - practicing in Alabama.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are accepted.
What session formats are offered?
The original biography does not list session formats. Confirm current session options before booking to know whether phone, video, or in-person sessions are available.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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