- CBT techniques
- Mindfulness practice
- Motivational interviewing
About James
James Stone is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Georgia with 27 years of experience. He works with adults who face stress, anxiety, depression, addiction, grief, trauma, and anger. Sessions are delivered in English and he uses several evidence-based approaches to help people manage emotions and behavior.
He focuses on practical, moment-to-moment work. That can mean tracking patterns of anger or substance use, building coping skills, or learning how thoughts feed strong feelings. He also helps people handle long-standing issues such as abandonment, shame, and isolation.
James blends approaches like cognitive behavioral work and mindfulness to help people notice what they do and why. He uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy elements to clarify values and take action that matches those values. Dialectical Behavior Therapy tools can be used for emotion regulation and distress tolerance skills.
His style is client-centered, so sessions pause to follow what matters most to the person in the room. Practical exercises and short homework tasks are often used between meetings to build new habits. He also draws on motivational interviewing for readiness and change when addiction or ambivalence is present.
People seeking help with anger, mood challenges, or persistent stress can expect straightforward discussions about behavior and consequences. The work aims to expand day-to-day choices, reduce reactive patterns, and increase effective coping rather than promise a quick fix.
How his approaches translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice what matters to them and take small actions that align with those values, which can reduce reactive responses like angry outbursts. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking and changing behavior through experiments and skill-building, useful for anger, anxiety, and mood problems. Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple attention and breathing practices to steady emotions and interrupt automatic reactions.Choosing the right approach is part of the process. The therapist works collaboratively to match methods to the person's goals, preferences, and current problems. That means trying an approach, seeing how it fits, and adjusting plans based on what helps most.
Confirm session formats before booking because the listing does not specify them. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when time is limited, and let people use practices from home between appointments. Therapists generally help plan how to use skills in everyday situations and adapt exercises to what works in daily life.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
27+ years
Listed in
Georgia
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he address?
He helps with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, trauma, grief, anger, and related mood issues listed in his profile.
What is his general therapy style?
He uses a client-centered approach that emphasizes practical skills and clear steps. Sessions often include skill practice and brief between-session tasks.
How much experience does he have?
He has 27 years of clinical experience working with adult mood and behavioral concerns.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, licensed in Georgia and practices there.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English only and international clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
Please confirm current session options before booking since the biography does not list specific formats.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.