- Anger management strategies
- CBT and DBT techniques
- Gottman communication work
About James
James Coley is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Texas with four years of experience. He works with adults who are dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship strain, addiction, trauma, and anger. He also supports people facing challenges around self-esteem, intimacy, ADHD, and issues tied to sexual identity and orientation.
He keeps sessions straightforward and practical. Conversations focus on what is causing strain now and on small, doable steps to change patterns. He uses clear techniques from cognitive behavioral and dialectical behavior approaches alongside client-centered listening to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and try different behaviors.
In sessions he combines active listening with structured tools. That can mean tracking thoughts and reactions, practicing emotion-regulation skills, or trying communication exercises drawn from the Gottman Method for relationship problems. He also brings existential questions into work when clients want to examine meaning, values, or life direction.
He has worked with people affected by adoption and foster care, blended family issues, and those navigating BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture. He also supports those dealing with compassion fatigue, caregiver stress, and the long-term effects of family-of-origin problems.
James aims for clear, measurable progress rather than long lectures. He helps clients set concrete goals, test what works between sessions, and adjust the plan as needed. To begin, people choose an online matching step and schedule a first session to see how the approach fits their needs.
Therapeutic approaches and working online
Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and helping the client lead the pace of work. It is useful when someone needs a steady, nonjudgmental clinician to talk through feelings and decide next steps. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at how thoughts influence moods and behavior and uses practical exercises to test new ways of thinking and acting. That approach is often used for anxiety, depression, and anger-related patterns.Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with the client about goals, try approaches that fit those goals, and change the plan if something is not working. Clients and the therapist review progress together and pick tools that match the person's daily life and values.
Confirm current session options before booking so you know the exact formats offered. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It also makes it simpler to continue work across moves within the same state licensing rules. Talk with the therapist during the matching step about how sessions can fit into your routine and what practical arrangements will work best.
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Experience
4+ years
Listed in
Texas, Wisconsin
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship issues, addiction, trauma, anger, and related concerns such as self-esteem and intimacy problems.
How would you describe his approach in sessions?
He mixes client-centered listening with practical tools from CBT and DBT, plus relationship exercises from the Gottman Method when relevant.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has four years of experience as a Licensed Professional Counselor working with adults on a range of concerns.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is an LPC licensed in Wisconsin and Texas and practices from Texas.
Does he offer sessions in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English and he is not currently accepting international clients.
Which session formats are available?
Confirm current session options before booking to know which formats are offered for your location and needs.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.