- Stress and anxiety
- Relationships and intimacy
- ACT and CBT methods
About James
Dr. James Smith is a South Carolina LISW-CP with 32 years of professional experience. He works with adults facing stress, anxiety, relationship strain, anger, depression, addiction, trauma and intimacy-related concerns. He also addresses issues such as autism and Asperger syndrome, blended family challenges, body image, caregiver stress, codependency, communication problems, and other life adjustments.
He begins by listening to the client's account of what feels stuck or overwhelming. He treats the person as the expert in their own life and looks for personal strengths to build on. Sessions focus on practical steps people can try between meetings and on making decisions that fit everyday life.
His approach draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and Mindfulness Therapy. That mix is used to help with mood, coping after change, difficult emotions, and patterns that keep repeating. Expect a straightforward emphasis on skills, values, and small experiments that reveal what works.
Dr. Smith describes therapy as a collaborative process. He helps people sort priorities, manage strong feelings, and improve communication. Many referrals mention concerns like fatherhood issues, first responder stress, gender dysphoria, HIV/AIDS related matters, forgiveness, and family of origin patterns.
Sessions are oriented toward practical progress rather than labels. People who are wondering what comes next after a job change, breakup, health shift, or other upheaval may find this approach useful. To begin, follow the site's steps to complete the matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.
Therapeutic approaches and online sessions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on identifying personal values and taking small committed actions toward them while learning to live with uncomfortable feelings. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going and teaches practical strategies to change them. Mindfulness Therapy offers simple attention practices to reduce reactivity and improve concentration during stressful moments.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with the client about goals, preferences, and current challenges, then recommend methods to try together. This is a collaborative process that can change as needs shift over time.
Session formats are not specified in the original biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow a shorter check-in when needed, and remove travel time. They also let people choose quieter surroundings, be off camera for some meetings, or pick a time that matches a work break. The focus remains on practical skills, values-based choices, and testing actions that can be used between sessions.
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Experience
32+ years
Listed in
South Carolina
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, relationship and intimacy issues, anger, depression, addictions, trauma and coping with life changes. Additional focus areas include autism and Asperger syndrome, caregiver stress, body image, and related concerns.
How does he approach someone feeling stuck?
He listens for what matters to the person and uses practical skills from therapies such as ACT, CBT and DBT. Sessions emphasize small experiments and values-based decisions to test what helps.
What is his background and experience?
He has 32 years of professional experience and uses a mix of client-centered and evidence-informed approaches. He draws on that experience to help people manage strong emotions and life transitions.
Which credential does he hold and where is he located?
He is a South Carolina LISW-CP and practices in South Carolina.
In which language can I work with him?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he accept international clients?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session through the site.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.