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Dnaydavina James

Dnaydavina James, LPC

Oklahoma

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Licensed Professional Counselor - Addictions and Anger

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing

About Dnaydavina

Dnaydavina James is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Oklahoma with 22 years of clinical experience. She focuses on concerns such as addictions, anger, low self-esteem, depression, and coping with life changes. Dnaydavina uses clear, practical strategies to help people manage strong feelings and daily stressors.

She works with everyday problems like communication breakdowns, work frustration, and relationship strain. Her practice addresses impulse control, codependency, family of origin issues, and struggles tied to infidelity or separation. She also supports people facing caregiver stress, body image concerns, and the long-term work of recovery from drug or alcohol addiction.

Dnaydavina draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify unhelpful thinking patterns and try different behaviors. She uses Mindfulness Therapy to help people notice emotions without getting swept up in them. Motivational Interviewing appears in sessions when someone is weighing change and needs help clarifying what to do next.

Sessions are conversational and goal-focused. People can expect practical tools to use between meetings and straightforward talk about what is working and what is not. Her approach is collaborative - she helps people identify small, concrete steps toward better control of anger and other strong emotions.

She conducts work that is non-religious and inclusive of LGBTQ+ concerns and midlife transitions. International clients may be accepted and sessions are held in English. Before booking, confirm current session options and formats directly through the platform.

How her approaches translate to online sessions

Dnaydavina uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people spot and change thinking patterns that fuel anger. CBT sessions often include practicing small behavior changes and trying new ways to respond to triggers.

She also uses Mindfulness Therapy to teach simple attention and breathing practices that lessen reactivity. Motivational Interviewing is used when someone is weighing change and needs help finding personal reasons to try new strategies.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. She will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit their goals and preferences. That choice can shift over time as skills are tried and adjusted.

The biography does not specify session formats, so confirm available online options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life - for example it can shorten travel time, allow quick check-ins during a work break, or let someone use lower-bandwidth phone sessions when video is difficult. Discuss practical arrangements with her when scheduling to match sessions to day-to-day needs.

Areas of expertise

Additional focus areas

Antisocial personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsImpulsivityInfidelityJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational Interviewing

Experience

22+ years

Listed in

Oklahoma, Oregon

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of anger issues does she address?

She works with anger tied to workplace stress, relationship conflict, and ongoing resentment. The practice also supports people dealing with impulsivity and control issues.

How would you describe her therapy style?

Her style is practical and collaborative. Sessions focus on clear strategies, behavior changes, and skills to manage intense emotions.

How much experience does she have?

She has 22 years of professional experience as a counselor. That experience covers mood concerns, addiction recovery, and anger management.

What are her credentials and location?

She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Oklahoma. The LPC credential is listed as OR LPC, OK LPC.

Which languages and international clients are supported?

Sessions are offered in English. The profile indicates international clients are accepted.

What session formats are available?

The original biography does not list specific session formats. Confirm current session options directly before booking.

How much do sessions cost?

Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Check the platform for the exact pricing where you live.

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