- CBT techniques
- Mindfulness practices
- Solution-focused work
About James
James Wells is a Florida Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) with 10 years of clinical experience and a longer history working in mental health settings. He works with people who struggle with stress, anxiety, addictions, depression, and the challenges that come with life changes. He also focuses on relationship and intimacy-related concerns, anger, self-esteem, and career questions.
He keeps sessions straightforward and practical. He describes therapy as two people looking at the client’s life map - where they are now and where they want to go. He sees his role as a guide and advisor, offering therapeutic support that often resembles life coaching applied to personal growth.
In sessions he draws on approaches such as client-centered work, cognitive behavioral techniques, and mindfulness strategies. He also uses elements from dialectical behavior therapy and solution-focused methods to help people notice patterns and try small changes that can make a difference.
People meet to talk through specific goals, like reducing panic symptoms, managing cravings, improving communication, or rebuilding daily routines after a major change. The focus is on clear steps and practical skills rather than jargon or lengthy theory.
James practices in Florida and conducts sessions in English. He asks new clients to complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule a first session through the site's online options. Costs vary by location and are managed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How his approaches translate to online sessions
James uses client-centered work and cognitive behavioral therapy in ways that fit well with remote conversations. Client-centered work means listening closely and helping the client speak through their concerns so goals become clearer. CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing small behavior changes to reduce anxiety or panic symptoms.He also draws on dialectical behavior therapy skills for distress tolerance and emotion regulation. DBT-style skills offer concrete tools for handling intense moments, which can be practiced between sessions and reviewed during video or phone check-ins. Together these approaches help with anxiety, addictions, mood swings, and relationship patterns.
Finding the right approach is part of the collaboration. He will work with the client to figure out which methods fit their challenges, goals, and preferences, and then adjust methods as needed over time.
Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm current online options before booking. Many people appreciate remote sessions because they can fit appointments into a workday, avoid travel time, or use shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. Remote work also makes it easier to practice skills between meetings and bring real-life situations into discussion.
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Experience
10+ years
Listed in
Florida
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, depression, life changes, relationship and intimacy issues, anger, self-esteem, career questions, bipolar and related mood concerns.
What is his therapeutic style?
He uses a straightforward, guiding style that blends client-centered listening with practical techniques from CBT, DBT, mindfulness, and solution-focused therapy.
How much experience does he have?
He holds 10 years of clinical experience as an LMHC plus prior work in the mental health field.
Where is he licensed and located?
He is a Florida LMHC and practices in Florida.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the U.S. work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for?
Costs vary by location and are handled through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin a first session?
Click the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a first session.