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James Jones

Accepts

Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Blue Shield of California, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Magellan, and Quest Behavioral Health

Specializes in

Anxiety, Depression, and Substance Use / Addiction

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About James Jones, LMFT

After a successful entertainment career, James followed his passion for mental health, earning Summa Cum Laude degrees in Clinical Psychology (MA) and Business Administration (MBA). Now a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (#155322) with specialized certifications in addiction (CATC), anxiety (CAATP), and trauma, he helps professionals navigate life transitions with wisdom from both clinical training and lived experience. James particularly enjoys working with midlife adults, creatives, and those pursuing second acts. His approach blends evidence-based therapies with a genuine understanding of career challenges and personal reinvention. Every client's story reminds him that meaningful growth can begin at any chapter of life.

A bit about my approach to therapy

I offer collaborative, practical therapy blending evidence-based methods (CBT, DBT) with real-world understanding of career challenges and life transitions. Having navigated my own midlife reinvention, I specialize in helping professionals and creatives with anxiety, addiction recovery, and self-reinvention. Our work will focus on your strengths while developing concrete tools to manage stress, improve relationships, and break unhelpful patterns. Together, we'll create a space where growth feels challenging but always hopeful.

What you can expect from our first session

You’ll develop practical tools to manage anxiety, break unhelpful patterns, and navigate life transitions with greater confidence. My approach balances evidence-based techniques with authentic connection—we’ll work collaboratively to uncover insights while building real-world skills. Expect sessions that challenge you when needed, but always with compassion and respect for your pace. Ultimately, our work will help you move from feeling stuck to empowered in your relationships, career, and personal growth.


James's style is

Solution-oriented
Humorous
Open-minded

Insurance carriers James accepts

Aetna
Anthem Blue Cross
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Blue Shield of California
Carelon Behavioral Health
Cigna
Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey
Magellan
Quest Behavioral Health

More about James

MA (Master of Arts) at Touro University Worldwide
License type: LMFT (Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist) (California)
Gender: Male
Ethnicity: Caucasian
Languages: English
Works with: Adults and Seniors
More specialties: Family Issues, Anger Management, Grief, Loss, Men's Issues, Relationship Issues, Trauma, and PTSD
Modalities: Cognitive Behavioral Family Therapy, Integrative Behavioral Couple Therapy (IBCT), Play, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

Location

1900 East Tahquitz Canyon Way
Palm Springs, CA 92262