Aaron James , LPC

Aaron James is an LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) who earned a master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling in May 2018. He combines formal training with hands-on experience in helping professions to create an authentic, collaborative therapeutic relationship. Aaron understands that beginning counseling can feel challenging and that discovering meaning and purpose often takes time and guidance rather than doing it alone.

Aaron focuses on supporting people as they process the anxiety and emotional strain life can bring, working to identify coping strategies and build awareness of personal strengths. He has experience with anxiety, depression, existential angst, identity formation, and communication difficulties, and he has worked with children, adolescents, couples, groups, and individuals involved in probation and prison settings. His approach centers on listening carefully, helping clients connect with their emotions, and guiding practical steps toward clearer self-understanding and more effective coping.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Aaron draws on Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Existential Therapy to guide his online practice. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a warm, nonjudgmental relationship where therapists listen closely and support clients in exploring feelings and values - this approach can help with issues of identity, self-esteem, and building emotional awareness. CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking patterns and developing practical skills to manage anxiety, mood challenges, and impulsive behaviors through structured exercises and goal-setting. Existential Therapy invites exploration of meaning, purpose, and life transitions, helping people facing loss, life changes, or deep questions about direction find clearer personal priorities.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Aaron works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the focus as progress unfolds. He aims to tailor sessions so therapy feels relevant and usable.

Online therapy by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging offers flexibility for busy schedules and for people in different locations within the state. These options make it easier to attend regular sessions, maintain momentum between meetings, and integrate new strategies into daily life while working with a licensed professional.