James Brock

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker practicing in California. My approach to therapy is client-centered; that is, I want to work on what you want to work on! You are the expert of your own life, and I am here to offer insight to help you meet your goals. My career has been focused on working with children, adolescents, and adults who have been mandated to therapy. At this time, I would like to work with both youth and adults who are motivated to engage in the therapeutic process.

My typical therapeutic modalities are the Psychodynamic approach, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy (REBT), Play Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Brief Problem Solving Therapy. In addition, I incorporate concepts of Trauma-Informed practices and Systems Theory to help meet the needs of the client.

I have a professional, authentic style. I also have a dark sense of humor that helps some clients feel like our sessions are a judgment-free zone. I generally tend to follow the cues and needs of the clients to ensure I am not crossing any boundaries with which the client would not feel comfortable.

My sessions are spent discussing what is important to the client and goal setting is client-focused. I explore what my client would like to work on rather than dictating how the session will go. This time is yours and it is my job to help you, as long as goals are reasonable, measurable, and safe.

Clients should expect a low-pressure environment where we discuss what brings them to my virtual office. I enjoy getting to know people and their interests as it helps inform effective interventions for treatment.