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- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- 12-step principles
- Insurance friendly
About James
Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Michigan with 15 years of counseling experience, James Panozzo helps people manage stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, career concerns, depression, and big life changes. He also focuses on attachment issues, forgiveness, guilt and shame, life purpose, money and workplace issues.
James draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) in sessions. He uses clear, practical techniques to identify thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going. He encourages small experiments and concrete steps to test new ways of coping.
Before counseling, he worked more than 30 years in manufacturing in logistics, finance, and quality control. That background informs a straightforward, results-oriented style and an interest in workplace issues and career pressures.
James also holds a Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor credential in Michigan. He uses 12-step principles where they fit, especially when people want support with addictive behaviors alongside mood or anxiety concerns.
Sessions may be billed through insurance for those who wish to use it. To begin, people follow the site process to complete a matching questionnaire and schedule a first session. Confirm current session formats before booking to match personal needs.
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Practical CBT and 12-step approaches for remote work
James uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help people identify and change thoughts and behaviors that keep stress and anxiety active. CBT sessions often include setting specific goals, trying short experiments between sessions, and learning practical coping skills that can be used in daily life.He also draws on 12-step principles when they fit someones goals, particularly for people addressing addictive behaviors alongside mood or anxiety concerns. Those principles are used as practical steps and habits rather than doctrine, and they can pair with CBT techniques.
Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. James works with each person to see which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences, and adjusts the plan as work progresses.
Confirm current session formats before booking, since formats are not listed here. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, reduce commute time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Talk with him about how sessions can be arranged to fit work hours, breaks, or days that are easier to attend.
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Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
15+ years
Listed in
Michigan
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What issues does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, self-esteem, career concerns, depression, and coping with life changes. He also focuses on attachment issues, forgiveness, guilt and shame, life purpose, money, and workplace problems.
What therapeutic style does he use?
He uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) with practical techniques to change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. He also incorporates 12-step principles when relevant.
How long has he been practicing?
He has 15 years of counseling experience following a long career in manufacturing. That prior work influences his practical approach to workplace and career issues.
What are his credentials and location?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Michigan and holds a Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor credential in Michigan.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How does payment work?
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. He can work with clients who choose to use insurance.
How do I get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session through the site process.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.