- DBT informed skills
- CBT and ACT
- Motivational interviewing
About James
James White is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Alabama with 15 years of experience. He works with adults who are coping with stress, anxiety, depression, anger, relationship concerns, trauma, addictions, and related issues. He also assists people facing grief, sleep problems, ADHD, and challenges tied to caregiving and first responder work.
James uses practical, skills-based work in sessions. He draws from dialectical behavior ideas alongside cognitive and acceptance-based techniques. Sessions focus on learning concrete tools to notice feelings, reduce impulsive reactions, and manage strong emotions in the moment.
He often teaches emotion-regulation and mindfulness exercises that can be practiced between sessions. Motivational interviewing is used when substance use or ambivalence about change is present. Narrative techniques help people make sense of painful experiences without getting stuck in them.
Clients meet to set clear goals and track progress with short, achievable steps. James emphasizes building routines that improve sleep, reduce reactivity, and restore relationships damaged by anger or addiction. He also addresses attachment patterns and codependency when those issues come up.
People who have worked with him report a focus on skill practice and straightforward problem solving. He helps people name what they want to change and creates a plan to get there. If someone is unsure which approach will fit, he helps them try methods and weigh what works in real life.
How James blends evidence-based approaches for online sessions
James commonly uses dialectical behavior ideas alongside Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). DBT-informed work focuses on teaching emotion-regulation, distress-tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness skills to reduce reactive responses and manage anger. CBT helps identify unhelpful thought patterns and replace them with practical behavior changes that reduce anxiety and depression. ACT emphasizes values-based action and accepting difficult feelings while still moving toward meaningful goals.Finding the right approach is part of the work. James collaborates with each person to see which methods fit their goals and day-to-day life. He will try strategies, check what helps, and adjust the plan based on client feedback and progress.
The biography does not specify session formats, so confirm current options before booking. In general, online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, shorten commute time, and allow focused check-ins between work or family obligations. Some formats require less bandwidth or work better when brief check-ins are needed; others support longer skill practice and in-session exercises. Discuss scheduling and format preferences when you complete the matching questionnaire so sessions can suit your routines and goals.
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Experience
15+ years
Listed in
Alabama
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, anger, addiction, trauma, relationship and intimacy issues, grief, sleep problems, ADHD, and related concerns.
What is his therapy style like?
He uses a skills-based, practical approach that focuses on learning emotion regulation and mindfulness tools to handle strong feelings and reduce reactivity.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 15 years of experience working with adults on mood disorders, substance use challenges, personality concerns, and trauma-related problems.
Where is he licensed to practice?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Alabama and practices with that credential.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English, and he also accepts international clients.
What session formats does he offer?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as 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 a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.