- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
About James
Dr. James Florence is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Texas with 31 years of experience. He focuses on relationship problems, anger, coping with life changes, executive and professional coaching, and compassion fatigue. He works with adults who want practical ways to handle anger, reduce resentment, and improve communication at work and at home.
He starts by listening to each person's story and identifying strengths they already have. Sessions are conversational and goal-focused. He uses straightforward techniques to manage strong reactions, improve problem solving, and shift unhelpful thinking patterns.
Dr. Florence draws on Client-Centered Therapy to place the client's perspective first and build on what is working. He also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to spot and change thinking and behavior patterns that feed anger and frustration. Motivational Interviewing helps him support people who are unsure about change and want help finding internal motivation.
Practical tools you can expect include strategies to slow escalation, clearer communication skills, and steps to handle workplace or relationship triggers. He also addresses related issues such as guilt, shame, isolation, and commitment concerns when they affect anger and relationships.
Sessions aim to be direct and useful rather than abstract. The emphasis is on small, manageable steps that fit into daily life. People who want to reduce outbursts, stop simmering resentment, or navigate major life changes may find this approach helpful.
How his approaches translate to online sessions
Dr. Florence uses Client-Centered Therapy to prioritize the client's perspective and build on existing strengths. That approach focuses on listening and guiding conversations so the client’s goals shape the work. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy targets the thoughts and behaviors that keep anger cycling, offering concrete techniques to test and change unhelpful patterns.Deciding which approach to use is collaborative. He will talk with the client about goals, preferences, and what feels most useful. Together they pick techniques and adjust them as progress is made or circumstances change.
Confirm the specific session formats available before booking, since formats are not listed here. Online sessions can make it easier to fit counseling into a busy day, allow shorter check-ins when time is tight, and reduce travel time. They also let people practice communication and anger-management skills in their own routines. Licensed professionals can adapt tools from CBT and Motivational Interviewing for remote work, focusing on real-world steps and follow-up between sessions.
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Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
31+ years
Listed in
Texas
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of anger issues does he support?
He supports people dealing with losing their temper, built-up resentment, frustration at work, and the effects of someone else’s anger on daily life.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
He uses a conversational, goal-focused style that starts by listening and identifying strengths. Sessions emphasize practical strategies rather than abstract theory.
How much experience does he have?
He has 31 years of professional experience working with adults on relationship issues, anger, life changes, and coaching.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in Texas and practices from that state.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions arranged and what formats are used?
Please confirm current session format options before booking, as the profile does not list specific formats. Check the platform to see what is offered.
How does billing and getting started work?
Cost varies with location and uses a subscription that can be canceled at any time. To begin, select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.