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James Harris

Therapist · Arkansas

James Harris, LPC

Practical counseling for life changes

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  • Strengths focused
  • Skills based
  • Values informed

About James

James Harris is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Arkansas with five years of clinical experience. He focuses on stress, anxiety, addictions, anger, depression, and helping people cope with life changes. He starts by listening and treating each person as the expert on their own story.

James believes change begins with small, practical steps. He looks for strengths a person already has and builds from there. In sessions he helps clients make sense of patterns that cause pain and develop manageable ways to respond differently.

His work addresses related issues like abandonment, attachment concerns, codependency, and communication problems. He also supports people facing chronic pain, illness, and disability, and those dealing with divorce or separation. Sessions may touch on mood dysregulation, dissociation, and other complex reactions to stress.

James uses a mix of approaches including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and Existential Therapy. He adapts techniques to everyday life so skills feel useful between sessions. The goal is practical change that fits the person’s values and daily demands.

People who prefer straightforward conversation and a collaborative plan may find his style helpful. He encourages questions and works at a pace the client can manage. To begin, readers should confirm current session options and scheduling for Arkansas-based practice.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Existential TherapyMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

5+ years

Credentials

Arkansas

Languages

English

How his approaches translate to online sessions

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people name what matters most and take steps toward those values. It uses simple exercises to notice thoughts and keep moving toward meaningful goals. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing them with practical activities. It often includes small homework tasks to try between sessions. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a respectful, listening stance where the therapist follows the client’s lead and reflects what they say.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. He will talk with each person about goals and preferences and suggest methods that fit those needs. Decisions about which techniques to use are collaborative and may change as therapy proceeds.

The practical benefits of online therapy can include easier scheduling and fewer disruptions to a daily routine. Online work can make it simpler to fit short check-ins around work or caregiving, and can remove travel time. The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current session options before booking to see what formats are available and which will best fit your situation.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does he help with?

He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, anger, depression, and coping with life changes, along with related issues such as attachment concerns, codependency, chronic pain, and divorce or separation.

How would you describe his therapeutic style?

His style is collaborative and practical. He listens first, highlights existing strengths, and helps people build small skills that fit daily life.

What is his background and experience?

He holds five years of professional experience working with adults on mood, behavior, and adjustment concerns.

What credential and location should I know about?

He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Arkansas.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients work with him?

He does not accept international clients at this time.

How are sessions priced?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

What are the first steps to start working together?

Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.

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