- ACT
- DBT
- Mindfulness
About James
James Greenwald is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Texas with six years of clinical experience. He works with adults on stress, anxiety, relationships, self-esteem, depression, and life transitions, and lists additional focus on issues such as addiction, grief, trauma, and ADHD.
He approaches sessions in a direct, practical way. He uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Client-Centered Therapy, Mindfulness, and Narrative Therapy to help people notice patterns and try new ways of responding. Sessions aim to build skills for managing strong emotions, improving communication, and making clearer choices about work and relationships.
James has worked in a variety of settings including private practice, hospitals, schools, crisis work, and prisons. That range informs how he handles difficult or urgent situations and how he talks about coping strategies. He also mentions experience with fatherhood and family of origin concerns.
In sessions he tends to focus on concrete steps and real-life habits rather than abstract theory. People commonly work on things like reducing reactive anger, improving sleep routines, managing bipolar symptoms with everyday tools, and repairing attachment and communication patterns.
If you are navigating early adult challenges such as leaving home, career uncertainty, or relationship strain, James lists young adult issues among his specialties and may be a fit for those concerns. To confirm how sessions are scheduled and delivered, follow the booking steps on his profile.
How his approaches translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on noticing inner experiences, clarifying values, and taking committed action. It can help with anxiety, depression, uncertainty about life direction, and decisions common in early adulthood. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) teaches practical skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. Those skills are useful for managing anger, relationship conflict, and impulsivity. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes an open, nonjudgmental stance where the therapist listens and reflects to help people find their own solutions.Finding the right approach is part of the work. He will collaborate with clients to decide which methods fit their needs and goals. That may mean trying different techniques over a few sessions and adjusting based on what is most helpful in everyday life.
The original biography does not specify session formats, so confirm current options before booking. In general, online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy around study or work, shorten travel time, or avoid being on camera when a brief check-in will do. Licensed professionals can use these approaches remotely to teach skills, practice new communication habits, and set achievable routines that translate back into day-to-day life.
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Experience
6+ years
Listed in
Texas
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he work with?
He lists stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and intimacy issues, addiction, grief, trauma, ADHD, and related concerns such as abandonment and attachment problems.
How would he describe his therapy style?
He uses practical, skills-based approaches drawing from ACT, DBT, client-centered therapy, mindfulness, and narrative methods to help people change habits and cope with strong emotions.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has six years of experience working in settings that include private practice, hospitals, schools, crisis work, and prisons.
What are his credentials and where is he located?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Texas.
Are sessions available in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English and he does not accept international clients at this time.
Which session formats does he offer?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How is cost handled for therapy?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What do I need to do to begin?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.
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