Therapist profile
James Coley, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor - Family and parenting concerns
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- Stress and anxiety
- Relationship support
- CBT and DBT tools
About James
James Coley is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Texas with four years of experience. He works with adults dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, addictions, relationship concerns, family-related problems, trauma and abuse, and issues around intimacy and self-esteem.
He uses practical, conversational sessions that prioritize what matters most to the client. Sessions focus on clear goals and small steps people can use between meetings. He draws on client-centered work to listen closely and to help clients clarify values and choices.
Coley also uses cognitive behavioral techniques to identify unhelpful thinking and to build more effective coping strategies. Dialectical behavior therapy tools are included for emotion regulation and distress tolerance when needed. He incorporates elements of the Gottman Method for relationship-related topics and existential ideas when clients want to address meaning and life direction.
Sessions tend to be straightforward and action-focused. The therapist helps clients practice skills in real life and reviews what works and what needs adjusting. People can expect discussions about patterns, practical exercises, and occasional homework to track progress.
James supports a range of concerns including LGBT-related issues, ADHD, adoption and foster care matters, blended family dynamics, and challenges tied to illness, loss, or caregiving. He works in English and practices under his LPC credential in Texas. If you are unsure whether his approach fits your needs, he asks for a short intake to match goals to his methods before scheduling.
How sessions work
How his approaches work in online sessions
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and clarifying what matters to the client. It helps people sort through decisions, values, and relationships by centering their own goals and perspectives.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions. It provides concrete strategies to test unhelpful thoughts and build new coping habits useful for anxiety, depression, and stress.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) offers skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. These tools can be useful when emotions feel overwhelming or when relationships involve repeated conflict.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with the client about needs, goals, and preferences and then recommend methods to try. That recommendation is collaborative and can be adjusted over time based on what helps.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so please confirm current options before booking. Many people find online sessions make it easier to fit therapy into busy days, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Licensed professionals can also use online meetings to share worksheets, review progress, and assign practice tasks between sessions.
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Experience
4+ years
Listed in
Texas, Wisconsin
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of family or parenting concerns are addressed?
He helps people with family problems, blended family issues, adoption and foster care concerns, and parenting stress. Topics include communication patterns and managing household roles.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
Sessions are conversational and goal-focused. He combines listening with practical exercises and skill practice you can use between meetings.
How much experience does he have?
He has four years of clinical experience working with a range of concerns including depression, anxiety, addictions, and trauma-related issues.
What are his credentials and where does he practice?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with licensure in Wisconsin and Texas and practices from Texas.
Does he work in languages other than English?
Sessions are offered in English.
Will he work with international clients?
He is not accepting international clients at this time.
How does payment work and what does it cost?
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing is provided during the intake process.
How do I begin the process?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session through the platform workflow.
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