- Stress and anxiety
- Addictions and anger
- CBT and ACT
About James
James Harris is an Arkansas Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with five years of clinical experience. He works with adults dealing with stress, anxiety, addictions, anger, depression, and life changes. He lists life purpose among his areas of focus and helps clients facing related questions about direction and meaning.
James frames clients as the experts on their own stories. He listens for what already works, then helps people build on those strengths. Sessions are practical and direct, with room for honest talk about setbacks and frustration.
He uses a mix of approaches to suit different needs. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is used to identify unhelpful thinking and try new behaviors. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice thoughts and choose actions that align with their values. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) offers concrete skills for emotional regulation and managing intense emotions.
In practice he keeps sessions straightforward. People can expect to talk through current problems, practice skills between meetings, and set small goals to test what works. He pays attention to how past relationships and attachment patterns affect present choices.
James also works with issues such as abandonment, codependency, chronic pain and illness, communication problems, and separation or divorce. He welcomes clear, goal-focused work for people who want direction after a major change.
Therapeutic approaches used in remote sessions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice thoughts and feelings without getting driven by them, then choose actions that match what matters most. It is often used when someone feels stuck about direction or purpose.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking patterns and trying practical behavior changes. It is commonly used for anxiety, depression, and stress management to produce small, testable changes.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) teaches concrete skills for regulating intense emotions and improving interpersonal effectiveness. It can help when anger or emotional overwhelm interferes with daily life.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will review needs, goals, and preferences together and adjust methods over time. This is meant to be collaborative so the plan fits what the client wants to try.
Confirm which session formats are offered before booking, as the biography does not list specific options. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, reduce travel time, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and let people meet with a licensed professional from their home or workplace when that suits their schedule.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
5+ years
Listed in
Arkansas
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, anger, depression, and coping with life changes. Additional focuses include abandonment, attachment issues, codependency, chronic pain and more.
How does he approach feeling stuck or directionless?
He emphasizes that clients know their story and builds on existing strengths. He uses practical tools from CBT, ACT, and DBT to test small changes and clarify values.
How much experience does he have?
He has five years of professional work experience as an LPC in Arkansas.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is an LPC licensed in Arkansas. His practice and licensure are based in that state.
Can I work with him if I live outside the United States?
Sessions are offered in English and he does not accept international clients at this time.
What session formats are offered?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as formats are not specified in the biography.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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