James Gibb is a licensed counselor who focuses on stress, anxiety, anger, depression, and related concerns.
01About James
James Gibb is a licensed counselor who focuses on stress, anxiety, anger, depression, and related concerns. He brings 15 years of practice as an LCPC and LPC in Illinois. He aims to help people learn skills in therapy and use them in everyday life and relationships.
He favors clear, down-to-earth conversations. Sessions mix listening with practical exercises. He checks in with clients each time to make sure the approach fits their needs.
Background and approach
James uses approaches like Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and client-centered work to help people identify values and build habits that match those values. He also draws on mindfulness and existential ideas to help people face difficult questions about meaning, choice, and purpose.
When relevant he talks through philosophical ideas from thinkers such as Nietzsche, Sartre, and Yalom to help clients consider their values and life direction. He offers solution-focused techniques to set goals and try small, manageable steps between sessions. He can work with issues connected to trauma, grief, intimacy, parenting concerns, career stress, ADHD, and relationship strain.
He also has experience with aging and autism spectrum concerns and can use personality or cognitive testing when it will help clarify a client’s needs. Sessions emphasize practical skills, steady feedback, and tailoring methods to each person. The goal is to move learned skills out of the therapy room and into daily life.
02Credentials
- LCPC (Illinois)
- License 180008191 · expires March 2027
- LPC (Oregon)
- License C4642 · expires November 2026
- NPI
- 1437393824 · national provider identifier
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03Focus areas and approaches
Everything James lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Coping with life changes
- LGBT
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Trauma and abuse
- Grief
- Intimacy-related issues
- Sleeping disorders
- Parenting issues
- Career difficulties
- Bipolar disorder
- Compassion fatigue
- ADHD
- Aging and geriatric issues
- Autism and Asperger Syndrome
- Avoidant personality
- Codependency
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Dependent personality
- Divorce and separation
- Emptiness
- Family of origin issues
- Family problems
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Impulsivity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Post-traumatic stress
- Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
- Self-love
- Social anxiety and phobia
Methods James names
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Existential Therapy
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
These are the methods James names on their own professional profile. Naming an approach is not evidence of training or certification in it, and this directory checks no training records. Ask directly if it matters to you.
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04Online support
How his approaches translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people clarify what matters to them and take small steps in that direction. It focuses on values and practical actions rather than only solving symptoms. Client-Centered Therapy centers the conversation on the person’s experience, using empathy and listening to help them feel heard and figure things out for themselves. Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple attention and breathing practices to reduce overwhelm and improve focus.Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. He will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit their goals and comfort level. That process includes regular check-ins so methods can be adjusted as needed.
Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to make therapy easier to fit into a busy life. Video works well for deeper conversations and exercises that use visual cues. Phone sessions can be lighter on bandwidth and useful for quick check-ins. Live chat and text messaging allow brief updates, homework check-ins, or ongoing support between longer sessions. These options make it simpler to keep momentum, try techniques in real time, and match the format to what feels most practical.
05Questions people ask
What concerns does James help with?
He supports people coping with stress, anxiety, anger, depression, grief, trauma and abuse, sleep problems, relationship and intimacy issues, parenting challenges, career stress, ADHD, and related concerns.
What is his therapeutic style like?
Sessions blend attentive listening with practical exercises and regular feedback. The style aims to be down-to-earth and focused on skills people can use day to day.
How much experience does he have?
He has 15 years of experience working as a clinician and draws on that background when helping people set realistic goals and try steps between sessions.
What credentials and location should I know about?
He holds LCPC and LPC credentials and practices in Illinois.
Are sessions offered in other languages?
Sessions are offered in English and he also accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different needs and schedules.
How are costs handled?
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?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule based on the therapist's availability.
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