Michael James

I have been a practicing counselor for the last 25 years. I also have been an educator for 10 in behavioral health. Both careers have provided growth, and fulfillment professionally. I am passionate about both counseling and teaching. My experience includes time in community mental health as well as private practice.

Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy

As a therapist of 25 years I have learned that each client brings a very unique story to the therapy office. The journey we embark on is guided by each client. I would describe my approach as open and engaged. I work to understand the perspective and assist all clients in clarifying their goals and assist in discovering a path that works best for them.

Taking the step to participate in therapy/counseling takes tremendous courage. As a therapist, my job is to create an atmosphere that encourages an alliance, a key component for successful therapy. Through this alliance clients and I venture on a journey often anxiety-provoking (as any/all change is) and develop skills and strategies to managed problems and resolve difficulties. What is best and most effective is very individual to each client and situation.