James Dinh, LCSW, LICSW - Therapist in Texas

Anxiety and panic
Trauma and PTSD
Gender and sexuality

About James

James Dinh is a clinical social worker with nine years of experience. He holds LCSW in Texas and LICSW in Washington and works with adults on stress, anxiety, trauma and identity concerns including gender and sexuality.

James uses straightforward talk and practical skills in sessions. He invites people to describe what feels hard and then helps identify steps to reduce distress. Sessions can include noticing thoughts and behaviors, learning coping skills, and practicing new ways of handling difficult moments.

His work often focuses on trauma and identity-related issues. Many clients seek help for anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, grief, and the effects of past abuse. He also addresses concerns such as obsessive thoughts, panic attacks, mood disorders, and feelings of isolation or shame.

James draws on several therapeutic approaches to match what an individual needs. He may use cognitive behavioral techniques to change unhelpful thinking patterns, mindfulness and acceptance strategies to manage difficult feelings, or EMDR for trauma processing when appropriate. He explains methods plainly and checks in about how they are working.

James is openly queer, non-binary, polyamorous, and Vietnamese American, and he brings that lived perspective into conversations about identity. He encourages clients to clarify values and take small, concrete steps toward goals such as improving communication, managing panic, or coping with life changes.

To start, he asks people to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session so they can talk about goals and decide the next steps together.

How evidence-based approaches translate to online work

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on noticing thoughts and choosing actions that fit personal values. It helps when anxiety or avoidance limits daily life by teaching ways to stay present and act toward what matters. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) breaks problems into thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and offers concrete exercises to change unhelpful patterns. It is often used for panic, social worries, and mood concerns. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a method some people use to process past trauma; it involves structured phases and specific procedures for working through distressing memories.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. James will talk with each person about goals, preferences, and what feels doable. He treats the choice of methods as collaborative and adjusts strategies if something is not helping.

Practical benefits of working online include easier scheduling and fitting sessions into a busy week. Online sessions can make it simpler to have a shorter check-in between commitments or avoid travel time. Confirm the current session options before booking so you know which formats are offered and can pick what fits your routine.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, Anxiety LGBT Trauma and abuse Coping with life changesCompassion fatigue

Also works with

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsGrief Intimacy-related issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepression

Additional focus areas

Autism and Asperger SyndromeBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureCommunication problems Family of origin issues ForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shame Isolation / loneliness Mood disorders Multicultural concerns Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacksPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stress Prejudice and discriminationSelf-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobia

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapySolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

9+ years

Listed in

Texas, Washington

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does he work with?

He works with stress, anxiety, trauma, depression, relationship and identity issues among adults. Additional focus areas include panic, OCD symptoms, grief, and multicultural concerns.

What is his therapeutic style like?

He combines client-centered conversation with practical tools. Techniques may include CBT, mindfulness, ACT, DBT skills, and EMDR for trauma work.

How much experience does he have?

He has nine years of clinical experience as a social worker. That experience includes work with trauma, gender and sexuality related concerns.

What credentials and location are listed?

He holds LCSW in Texas and LICSW in Washington and is based in Texas. The credentials are shown as LCSW and LICSW.

Which languages are supported?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients work together?

International clients are not currently accepted.

How are payments and cost handled?

Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Prices depend on the client location.

How do I begin a first session?

Use the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a first session to discuss goals and next steps.