James Coley is a Licensed Professional Counselor who helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, grief, addiction, relationship strain, and other life challenges.
01About James
James Coley is a Licensed Professional Counselor who helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, grief, addiction, relationship strain, and other life challenges. He brings four years of clinical experience and a straightforward, respectful manner to sessions. James talks with clients about practical steps they can try right away.
He aims to make therapy feel understandable and doable for everyday life. James uses a mix of approaches to match what each person needs.
Background and approach
He draws on client-centered work to listen closely and follow a person’s lead. He also uses cognitive behavioral tools to notice and change unhelpful thinking and behaviors. Some clients benefit from skills taught in dialectical behavior therapy to handle intense emotions and improve coping.
In sessions James focuses on clear goals and small, achievable changes. He works with concerns that include intimacy and sexual issues, ADHD, compassion fatigue, and identity-related questions such as gender dysphoria. He also supports people dealing with family of origin problems, blended family stress, and challenges tied to adoption and foster care.
James keeps language simple and meetings practical. He helps people develop skills for anger, commitment or control issues, and codependency. For relationships he uses parts of the Gottman Method to address communication and connection.
People can expect a supportive, nonjudgmental conversation that looks at what’s working and what to try next. James partners with each person to build a plan that fits their values and daily life.
02Credentials
- LPC (Texas)
- License 85042 · expires August 2026
- LPC (Wisconsin)
- License 11046-125 · expires February 2027
- NPI
- 1881366516 · national provider identifier
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03Focus areas and approaches
Everything James lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- LGBT
- Relationship issues
- Grief
- Depression
- Addictions
- Family conflicts
- Trauma and abuse
- Intimacy-related issues
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Coping with life changes
- Compassion fatigue
- ADHD
- Adoption and foster care
- Avoidant personality
- BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture
- Blended family issues
- Cancer
- Codependency
- Commitment issues
- Control issues
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Family of origin issues
- Family problems
- Forgiveness
- Gender dysphoria
- Guilt and shame
- HIV / AIDS
- Hospice and end-of-life counseling
- Infidelity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Jealousy
- Multicultural concerns
- Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
- Personality disorders
- Phobias
- Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
- Prejudice and discrimination
- Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
- Self-harm
- Self-love
- Sex addiction
- Sexual assault and abuse
- Sexuality
- Smoking / vaping cessation
- Young adult issues
Methods James names
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Existential Therapy
- Gottman Method
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
- Internal Family Systems
These are the methods James names on their own professional profile. Naming an approach is not evidence of training or certification in it, and this directory checks no training records. Ask directly if it matters to you.
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04Online support
Approaches and online support that fit your life
Client-centered therapy focuses on listening without judgment and following the client’s lead. It helps people who need a space to talk things through and to find their own solutions with supportive guidance.Cognitive behavioral therapy, or CBT, looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions. It offers concrete exercises to test unhelpful thoughts and to practice new behaviors for anxiety, depression, or stress-related problems.
Dialectical behavior therapy, or DBT, teaches practical skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and improving relationships. These tools can be useful when emotions feel overwhelming or when coping strategies need strengthening.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. James will collaborate with each person to decide which methods best match their goals, values, and day-to-day needs. Treatment plans are adjusted as progress is made and new priorities arise.
Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different schedules and needs. Video sessions let people work face to face, phone sessions use less bandwidth and can be easier during busy days, chat is good for shorter check-ins, and messaging supports ongoing contact between sessions. These options make it easier to keep therapy consistent while balancing work, family, and other commitments.
05Questions people ask
What concerns does James commonly help with?
He supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, addictions, relationship and intimacy issues, and trauma among other concerns.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
His style is warm and straightforward, focusing on listening, setting clear goals, and teaching practical skills to try between sessions.
What is his background and clinical experience?
James has four years of experience working with a wide range of concerns including mood, trauma, and substance issues.
What credentials and region are listed for this therapist?
He is listed as an LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor - with licensing noted in Wisconsin and Texas, and he practices from Texas.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
What formats are used for online sessions?
James works remotely using video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging.
How are sessions billed or paid for?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.
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