- CBT methods
- EMDR support
- Stress management
About Kristin
Kristin James is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in South Carolina with 24 years of clinical experience. She works with people who are coping with stress, anxiety, depression, anger, and major life changes. Kristin also supports those dealing with trauma and abuse, parenting strain, compassion fatigue, and career-related concerns.
Kristin uses practical, talk-based work that focuses on what people can do differently day to day. She draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help identify unhelpful thoughts and habits and to try small behavioral shifts. She also uses Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, which she applies when trauma reactions and painful memories interfere with daily life.
Her approach is straightforward and collaborative. Sessions typically include checking in about what is causing strain, setting concrete steps, and practicing skills during the visit. Kristin helps people notice patterns such as control issues, low self-esteem, or social anxiety, and then works with them to test new responses.
Kristin has substantial experience supporting women, young adults, and people facing midlife transitions. She also works with concerns like body image, dissociation, first responder issues, isolation, and post-traumatic stress. Her background makes her familiar with both everyday stressors and long-term recovery work.
Sessions are conducted in English and are based in South Carolina. Before booking, readers should confirm current session formats and scheduling options to make sure they match personal needs.
How CBT and EMDR are used in remote sessions
Kristin uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people spot and change thought patterns that feed anger and anxiety. CBT often involves short experiments between sessions and simple exercises during a meeting to test new ways of responding.She also uses Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing for trauma-related symptoms that keep returning in daily life. EMDR aims to lessen the hold of painful memories so they interfere less with mood and reactions.
Choosing an approach is collaborative. Kristin will talk through symptoms, goals, and what feels manageable, then recommend either skills-focused work or trauma-focused processing. The plan can shift as therapy progresses so methods match the person’s changing needs.
The practical benefit of online work is making sessions fit into everyday life. Confirm the current session formats before booking so you know how sessions are delivered. Many people find remote meetings easier to fit around work, shorter check-ins are possible when needed, and certain exercises can be done without travel. Licensed professionals can still guide EMDR and CBT techniques in remote appointments, and Kristin will tailor pacing and homework to what fits the client’s routine.
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Experience
24+ years
Listed in
South Carolina
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of anger issues does she address?
She works with people who struggle with losing their temper, building resentment, or living with someone else’s anger. Anger appears alongside related concerns such as stress, anxiety, and trauma.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is practical and collaborative. She focuses on clear steps, thought patterns, and behavior changes that can reduce reactive responses.
How long has she been practicing?
Kristin has 24 years of experience as a clinician working with mood, stress, and trauma-related concerns.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in South Carolina.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for and what does cost look like?
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to begin working together?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.