James Greenwald is a licensed professional counselor who practices in Texas.
01About James
James Greenwald is a licensed professional counselor who practices in Texas. He focuses on practical help for people coping with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, addictions, grief, and life changes. He aims to make therapy straightforward and useful for daily life.
James uses direct conversations to identify patterns that cause pain. He listens for how past experiences shape current behavior and brings simple tools to build new responses. Sessions mix talking, skill practice, and reflection so people leave with something they can use right away.
Background and approach
His background includes a counseling degree from Dallas Theological Seminary and six years working in many settings. He has experience in independent practice, hospitals, schools, crisis environments, and correctional facilities. That variety informs how he adapts tools to each person’s situation.
James draws on approaches such as dialectical behavior therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, mindfulness, narrative methods, and a client-centered stance. He explains what each approach does and then tailors them to a person's goals. The focus is on learning skills for emotion regulation, clearer communication, and steady progress.
People who work with James often want practical strategies for parenting stress, work pressure, intimacy struggles, addiction concerns, or strong emotions like anger and shame. He aims to help people notice harmful cycles and replace them with manageable steps toward change. Sessions are conversational and goal-oriented.
James encourages collaboration, clear goals, and checking progress over time so therapy stays relevant and focused on what matters most.
02Credentials
- LPC (Texas)
- License 79184 · expires December 2027
- NPI
- 1235779182 · 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
- Relationship issues
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Coping with life changes
- Addictions
- LGBT
- Family conflicts
- Trauma and abuse
- Grief
- Intimacy-related issues
- Sleeping disorders
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Career difficulties
- Bipolar disorder
- Coaching
- ADHD
- Abandonment
- Attachment issues
- Avoidant personality
- Codependency
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Emptiness
- Family of origin issues
- Family problems
- Fatherhood issues
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Impulsivity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Men's issues
- Midlife crisis
- Mood disorders
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
- Self-love
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Workplace issues
- Young adult issues
Methods James names
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Narrative 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
Practical therapeutic approaches for online care
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on helping people notice unhelpful thoughts and commit to actions that reflect their values. It is useful for anxiety, life transitions, and feeling stuck. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) teaches concrete skills for managing intense emotions, reducing impulsive behavior, and improving relationships. It is often used for anger, strong mood swings, and self-destructive patterns. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a supportive, nonjudgmental conversation where the therapist follows the client's lead and helps people find their own solutions.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk about what methods might fit a person's needs and try practical options together. This is a collaborative process that adjusts based on progress and preferences so therapy stays useful and relevant.
Online therapy offers several practical benefits. Video calls let people see one another and use visual cues for deeper conversation. Phone sessions work well when bandwidth is limited or a quieter check-in is needed. Live chat and text-based messaging allow short, frequent support between sessions or when typing feels easier than speaking. These options help therapy fit into busy schedules and different daily routines.
05Questions people ask
What concerns does this therapist help with?
He supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, addictions, grief, parenting stress, sleeping problems, and many life changes.
What is his therapeutic style like?
He keeps sessions direct and practical, mixing conversation with skill practice and reflection to help people use what they learn right away.
What kind of experience does he bring?
He has six years of clinical experience and has worked in independent practice, hospitals, schools, crisis settings, and correctional facilities.
What credentials and location are listed?
He is a licensed professional counselor - LPC - practicing in Texas.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
What session formats are available?
Sessions can be done via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
How do new clients begin?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.
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