- Emotionally-Focused Therapy
- Client-Centered care
- CBT and mindfulness
About James
Dr. James Young is a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) practicing in Florida with nine years of clinical experience. He helps people facing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, and motivation concerns. He also supports those managing ADHD, addiction, grief, depression, and life changes.
He uses Emotionally-Focused Therapy as one of his approaches and pairs it with client-centered listening and practical strategies. Sessions tend to focus on identifying strong emotions, tracing how those feelings shape behavior, and finding ways to respond differently. He also draws on cognitive behavioral ideas and mindfulness to address unhelpful thinking and increase present-moment awareness.
Dr. Young has particular experience with LGBTQ concerns and with adoption and foster care issues. He also works with attachment-related struggles, family of origin matters, caregiver stress, aging and geriatric issues, and challenges tied to first responder roles. He supports people dealing with substance use, bipolar or disruptive mood symptoms, and those facing complex life events.
In sessions he aims to be straightforward and practical. He helps clients notice patterns, test new responses, and build small skills that reduce distress. Work can include focused skill practice, reflective conversation, and planning for everyday tasks like sleep, routines, and concentration.
To begin, the site matching process is used: select the See online therapy options button, complete a short questionnaire, and schedule a first session. Costs vary by location and use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How his approaches translate to online sessions
Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) focuses on identifying and naming core emotions and how they shape patterns. It can help people see how strong feelings lead to repeated reactions and then try different responses. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening and reflection, helping clients talk through concerns and feel heard without judgment. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and behavior, and uses practical exercises to change unhelpful thinking.Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss goals, preferred ways of working, and immediate needs to decide which methods to use. Clients often try a mix of approaches early on and adjust as progress is evaluated together.
Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. It also makes it possible to continue weekly work during life transitions and to use tools like guided mindfulness exercises or CBT worksheets between meetings.
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Experience
9+ years
Listed in
Florida
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, ADHD, addictions, grief, depression, and related life changes.
What is his therapeutic style?
He uses Emotionally-Focused Therapy alongside client-centered listening, CBT techniques, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has nine years of professional work experience as a licensed mental health counselor.
What are his credentials and where does he practice?
He is an LMHC licensed in Florida and practices with clients in that state.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he work with international clients?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How do sessions and cost work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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