- CBT techniques
- ACT strategies
- Blended household focus
About James
James Harris is an Arkansas Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with five years of clinical experience. He works with adults facing stress, anxiety, addictions, anger, depression, and other life changes.
He treats problems in plain terms and focuses on practical steps people can use right away. Conversations look at what feels most pressing, what has helped before, and small changes that can ease daily strain. James uses evidence-informed methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to support those goals.
Many clients bring issues tied to relationship patterns and family transitions. He has a noted interest in blended family issues and helps individuals navigate role changes, communication struggles, and loyalty conflicts that can arise in new households.
Sessions include checking current coping strategies and experimenting with new routines or ways of responding. James also draws on Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills for emotional regulation and Client-Centered Therapy principles to keep the work grounded in each person’s experience.
He keeps language straightforward and practical. People who prefer direct, solution-focused conversation and concrete tools will recognize his approach. To begin, a short questionnaire and an initial session are used to map goals and plan next steps.
How his approaches translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and choose actions that match their values rather than getting stuck in avoidance. It can be useful for anxiety, depression, and coping with major life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing new behaviors to reduce symptoms of stress, anxiety, and mood difficulties. Finding the right method is part of the work. The therapist will review goals, preferences, and what has or hasn't helped before, and then suggest approaches to try. Clients and the therapist decide together how to combine techniques as needed. The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm available options before booking. Many people find online sessions helpful because they fit more easily into daily routines, allow shorter check-ins when needed, or remove travel time between commitments. Online conversations can focus on skill practice, reviewing behavioral experiments, and planning small changes that can be tried between sessions to see what works in the blended household context.Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
5+ years
Listed in
Arkansas
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he address?
He helps with stress, anxiety, addictions, anger, depression, and related life changes listed in his profile.
What is his therapeutic style?
He uses practical, direct conversation, combining CBT, ACT, DBT skills, and client-centered methods to build useful coping strategies.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has five years of professional work experience as an LPC in Arkansas.
What are his credentials and location?
He holds the LPC credential and practices in Arkansas.
In which language are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English only and he is not taking international clients.
Does he offer virtual or in-person formats?
Session formats are not specified in the biography; confirm current session options before booking.
How are fees handled?
Costs vary by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short 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.