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Michael James, LCPC, LPC
Missouri
LCPC LPC in Missouri - Anxiety and Addictions
See online therapy options- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Mindfulness techniques
- Motivational interviewing
About Michael
Michael James is an LCPC and LPC practicing in Missouri with 24 years of experience. He works with people dealing with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, parenting concerns, depression, LGBT issues, relationship and family problems, grief, and intimacy-related difficulties.
He uses cognitive behavioral ideas alongside client-centered and existential approaches. Sessions focus on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing new responses. He also draws on mindfulness and motivational interviewing when that fits a person's goals.
In sessions he prioritizes building a working alliance so practical strategies can be tried. That often means setting clear, short-term goals and checking what actually helps between meetings. He favors straightforward, skills-based steps such as behavioral experiments, thought records, brief mindfulness practice, and problem-solving for daily challenges.
Michael has long experience with addictions, eating and sleeping problems, anger, self-esteem, and ADHD-related struggles. He also addresses attachment issues, communication problems, divorce and separation, and fatherhood concerns. He offers focused support for coping with life changes and handling guilt, shame, or forgiveness questions.
People who come to him can expect concrete techniques and regular review of progress. He combines practical tools with open discussion about values and choices. The aim is to help people notice patterns and try different ways of responding in day-to-day life.
How CBT and related approaches work in online sessions
Michael often uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people spot patterns of thinking and behavior that keep problems going, and then tries simple experiments to test new ways of responding. CBT is useful for anxiety, depression, sleeping and eating problems, and for building concrete coping skills.He also draws on Client-Centered Therapy, which focuses on listening and reflecting so a person can clarify goals and values. Existential Therapy is used to discuss meaning, choice, and life priorities when people face major transitions or questions about identity.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. He will collaborate with clients to choose which methods to try based on their goals, preferences, and what has helped or not helped before. That choice can change over time as progress is reviewed.
Confirm which session formats are offered before booking since the biography does not list specific formats. Online delivery can make it easier to fit therapy into a day, allow shorter check-ins between sessions, or reduce travel time. Talk with him about scheduling and session length so sessions match practical life demands.
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Experience
24+ years
Listed in
Missouri, Kansas
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he help with?
He helps with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, parenting, depression, LGBT issues, relationship and family problems, grief, intimacy concerns, eating and sleeping problems, anger, self-esteem, career issues, bipolar, ADHD, and related areas.
How does he use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy?
He uses cognitive behavioral ideas to identify unhelpful thoughts and test new behaviors. Sessions often include behavioral experiments, thought records, and problem-solving exercises.
What is his background and experience?
He has 24 years of clinical experience working with a wide range of concerns and client situations. His work has included care for addictions, family origin issues, and parenting-related stress.
What credentials and location are listed?
He holds LCPC and LPC credentials and practices in Missouri.
Does he offer sessions in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English. He is not accepting international clients at this time.
What session formats are available?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as the biography does not specify which formats are used.
How are costs handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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