- Client-centered approach
- CBT and mindfulness
- Men's wellbeing focus
About Michael
Michael James is a licensed counselor with 24 years of experience helping people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, addiction, grief, and relationship concerns. He holds LCPC and LPC credentials and works from Missouri. He speaks English and brings a steady, practical style to sessions.
He focuses on building a strong working relationship first. That connection is where change begins, he says, and it guides what happens next in therapy. Sessions move at a pace that fits each person and focus on skills people can use between meetings.
His work draws most heavily from cognitive-behavioral ideas alongside client-centered and existential approaches. That means conversations look at current thoughts and behaviors, while also attending to personal values and what gives life meaning. Mindfulness and motivational interviewing are also part of his toolkit when they serve the client’s goals.
Michael has helped people with a wide range of concerns over his career, including parenting stress, intimacy-related issues, eating and sleeping problems, bipolar mood concerns, ADHD, and coping with life changes. He also addresses attachment struggles, communication problems, codependency, and issues that stem from family of origin dynamics.
People who choose him can expect a collaborative stance. He will listen closely, ask practical questions, and help develop doable strategies. To begin, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule sessions according to availability.
How Michael’s approaches translate to online care
Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening and responding to the person in front of him. In practice this means sessions focus on what matters most to the client, with the therapist reflecting concerns and priorities back so goals become clearer.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts and behaviors interact. It often involves setting small goals, trying new actions between sessions, and tracking what helps reduce symptoms like anxiety or low mood.
Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple attention and awareness skills. Those skills can help with stress, anger, sleep problems, and managing urges tied to addiction.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. He will talk with each person about what feels useful and adjust methods as progress is made. This is a collaborative process that centers the client’s goals and preferences.
Session logistics should be confirmed before booking since formats are not specified here. Online options can make it easier to fit therapy around work, school, or parenting by reducing travel time and allowing check-ins from different places. Some formats also allow shorter follow-ups or phone-based conversations for quick updates. Ask about current session options when you schedule to find what fits your routine.
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Experience
24+ years
Credentials
Missouri, Kansas
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Michael work with?
He addresses stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, depression, grief, and relationship and intimacy-related issues among many other concerns.
What is his therapy style like?
The approach is collaborative and practical, combining client-centered listening with cognitive-behavioral techniques and existential perspectives.
How much experience does he have?
He has 24 years of experience working in counseling and related settings.
What credentials and location are listed?
He holds LCPC and LPC credentials and practices from Missouri.
Which languages are supported and can international clients join?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are offered?
Session formats are not specified here; please confirm current session options before booking.
How does cost and billing work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription 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 schedule sessions according to therapist availability.