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Entry 155313Tennessee / United States

James Williams

James Williams, LPC

Tennessee 10 years in practice

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LPC in Tennessee focusing on anxiety and relationships

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  • Stress and anxiety
  • Relationship concerns
  • Mindfulness and ACT

About James

LPC James Williams is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Tennessee with 10 years of experience. He works with people facing stress, anxiety, anger, depression, and relationship or parenting concerns. He uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Client-Centered approaches, Emotionally-Focused Therapy, and mindfulness techniques.

James frames clients as experts on their own stories and looks for strengths to build on. He talks through practical steps to manage panic, reduce anger, and improve self-esteem. Sessions can include skills practice, values-based work, and brief experiments to test new behaviors.

He also helps people dealing with trauma and abuse, substance use concerns, bipolar mood issues, and intimacy-related problems. Communication problems, control issues, divorce and separation, and fatherhood concerns are among areas he addresses. He offers straightforward conversation about patterns that cause isolation, guilt, or shame.

James often uses mindfulness and ACT strategies to help people notice thoughts and choose actions that align with their values. CBT tools are used to change unhelpful thinking and behavior. Emotionally-Focused Therapy techniques support work on closeness and emotional expression.

Practical problem solving is combined with respectful listening. He invites collaboration on goals and next steps. To begin, prospective clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule their first session.

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How James Uses Therapy Approaches in Remote Sessions

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and choose actions that match their values. It can be useful for anxiety, depression, and coping with life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on spotting and changing thinking patterns and behaviors that keep problems going. CBT is often used for panic, social anxiety, mood issues, and anger. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening and reflecting back what the person says so they can make their own decisions and build confidence.

Choosing an approach is a collaborative process. James will review goals, try out methods, and adjust the plan based on what feels useful. He aims to match techniques to a person's priorities rather than imposing a single method.

Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. They also let people use mindfulness exercises, homework tracking, and in-session coaching without rearranging as much of their day. Ask about the specific session formats offered when you complete the matching questionnaire so you know what to expect.

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Areas of expertise

Also works with

AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepression

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

10+ years

Listed in

Tennessee

Languages

English

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Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does he address?

He works with stress, anxiety, anger, depression, trauma and abuse, addictions, intimacy issues, parenting and career concerns among others listed in his specialties.

What therapeutic methods does he use?

He uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy, Emotionally-Focused Therapy, and Mindfulness Therapy.

How much clinical experience does he have?

He has 10 years of professional work experience as a counselor.

What are his credentials and where is he based?

He is an LPC, licensed in Tennessee, and practices there.

Which languages are available for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Does he work with international clients?

He does not accept international clients at this time.

How are fees and payment handled?

Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

What are the first steps to start working together?

Click the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.

Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.

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