- Emotionally-Focused Therapy
- CBT and DBT skills
- Solution focused support
About James
James Slaton is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Kentucky with 11 years of experience. He works with people facing stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, addictions, self-esteem struggles, and relationship and intimacy-related issues. He also supports concerns like sleep problems, parenting strain, career stress, and the effects of major life changes.
Slaton began counseling in 2012 and has experience at a state mental hospital, a community mental health crisis unit, and in Child Protective Services. That background shaped his practical, direct style and his focus on problem solving. He uses several therapy approaches and shifts methods to match what a person needs in the room.
His work draws on Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Existential Therapy, and Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT). He describes sessions as straightforward and solution focused, asking clients to take an active role in figuring out what helps. He avoids judgment and does not use sympathy as a treatment tool.
People who come to him can expect clear conversation about goals and steps to manage symptoms like panic, low mood, anger, or substance use. He also addresses special concerns such as compassion fatigue, ADHD, bipolar mood issues, and first responder stress. International clients may be supported in English.
Slaton explains that progress takes stamina and effort from both sides. He brings life experience and a practical mindset to sessions, and he invites people who feel misunderstood to try a different kind of conversation about change.
How James uses EFT, Client-Centered work and CBT online
Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) focuses on how emotions and attachment patterns shape interactions and inner experience. It helps people name hard-to-reach feelings and notice how those feelings affect relationships and personal choices. Client-Centered Therapy centers the person’s perspective and preferences, with the therapist listening and responding to what matters most to the client. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at thoughts and behaviors and offers specific strategies to reduce symptoms like anxiety, panic, or depression.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with a client about goals and preferences and try methods that fit those needs. That collaborative process helps identify which combination of EFT, Client-Centered techniques, or CBT skills feels most useful for day-to-day coping and relationship patterns.
The original biography does not list specific online formats, so confirm current session options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy week, reduce travel time, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and let clients join from different locations including internationally. Licensed professionals can adapt exercises, emotion-focused interventions, and skill practice to a virtual setting so the work continues across distance.
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Experience
11+ years
Listed in
Tennessee, Kentucky
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he work with?
He helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, addictions, self-esteem, relationship and intimacy-related issues, and related problems such as sleep and parenting strain.
What is his therapeutic style?
His style is direct and solution focused. He uses several approaches and asks clients to be active in finding what works for them.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has worked in mental health since 2012 and has 11 years of experience as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker.
What credentials and location are listed?
He is an LCSW licensed in Kentucky and practices from Kentucky.
Can sessions be held in languages other than English?
Sessions are offered in English.
Which session formats are available?
The original biography does not specify session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How does payment work?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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