James Noftle

I have been a psychotherapist for almost 15 years seeing clients in a variety of settings including out patient hospital/group setting, clinical settings, and private practice. I am passionate about my work as a psychotherapist. Both clients and colleagues have labeled me with a "tough love approach" while simultaneously challenging my clients to reach their potential. While hiring, training and supervising new therapist, I would often remind them, "Clients don't care what you teach them, until they know that you care about them".

I treat all my clients with respect and work to build a therapeutic alliance. It is my desire to welcome all clients regardless of demographics or mental health concerns. I am a strong proponent of demonstrating compassion, commitment, and authenticity with my clients.

The first session is to get to know each other, establish trust, build a therapeutic alliance, and discuss treatment goals. I generally begin by asking questions about their upbringing and family of origin.