- Parenting challenges
- Blended family issues
- Anger and anxiety
About James
James "Chad" Settle is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Kentucky with eight years of clinical experience. He works with adults on common concerns such as stress, anxiety, parenting struggles, anger, self-esteem, and coping with life changes. Sessions are presented plainly and directly to help people untangle everyday problems and set realistic next steps.
Chad draws on long experience in social work and mental health in Kentucky. He has worked with child welfare systems, courts, schools, health providers, and nonprofit groups across the region. That background informs how he approaches practical problems like parenting stress, blended household tensions, and caregiver strain.
In sessions he focuses on clear goals and concrete skills. People can expect to talk through what’s happening now, try out different ways of responding, and practice small behavioral changes between meetings. He frames work around measurable progress rather than abstract ideas.
Chad pays attention to relational patterns such as attachment, communication breakdowns, codependency, and control issues. He also addresses longer-term challenges like chronic illness, aging concerns, adoption and foster care questions, and body image worries. His approach is problem-focused and solution-oriented.
People who want straightforward support for parenting decisions, stepparent roles, co-parenting friction, or changes after a new household forms may find the practical emphasis helpful. Before booking, readers should confirm current session options and use the platform steps to schedule an initial meeting.
Approaches and how online sessions can fit into daily life
Two commonly used evidence-based techniques are behavioral skills training and problem-solving approaches. Behavioral skills training focuses on small, repeatable actions people can practice between sessions to reduce anxiety, manage anger, or build healthier routines. Problem-solving approaches break larger stresses into manageable steps and test practical solutions over time.Another useful method is working with relational patterns such as attachment and communication. This involves identifying recurring interaction habits and rehearsing different responses to improve trust and reduce conflict in daily family life, including stepfamily adjustments.
Finding the right mix of methods is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to choose approaches that match their concerns, goals, and comfort level. That adjustment happens over the first few sessions and can change as needs evolve.
The biography does not list specific online formats, so confirm available options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. They can also be useful when quieter surroundings or lower bandwidth are preferable, so clients can match session length and style to their everyday life.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
8+ years
Listed in
Kentucky
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, parenting, anger, self-esteem, and coping with life changes. Additional focus areas include blended family issues, adoption and foster care, attachment issues, and caregiver stress.
How would you describe his approach in sessions?
He uses a practical, goal-focused approach that emphasizes clear steps and skill practice. Sessions concentrate on workable changes rather than abstract theory.
How much experience does he have?
He has eight years of clinical experience as an LCSW working in Kentucky mental health and social work settings. His background includes work with courts, schools, and nonprofit organizations.
What credential and location information is provided?
He is an LCSW licensed in Kentucky and practices in Kentucky. The profile lists KY LCSW as the credential.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients book with him?
He is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are available?
The biography does not specify session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How are costs and getting started handled?
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. To begin, select the See online therapy options button, complete the matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is for adults and is not emergency care, mediation or legal advice. If you or a child are in danger, use the emergency numbers. Find someone else by name.