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James Campbell

Compassionate, practical therapy for everyday challenges

LICSW District of Columbia

Experience
10 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, Family, Trauma and abuse
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy
Languages
English

About James

James Campbell is a licensed clinical social worker (LICSW) with a decade of experience in mental health practice.

Background and approach

He draws on a long career in public and community settings to help people navigate concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma and abuse, addiction, relationship and intimacy issues, ADHD, and a wide range of other emotional and behavioral challenges. His background includes leadership and direct-service roles that inform a practical, strengths-based approach to care.

He blends evidence-informed methods like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness practices, motivational interviewing, solution-focused techniques, and trauma-focused work to tailor interventions to individual needs. James emphasizes collaborative goal-setting and skill building so clients can apply new coping strategies in daily life and work toward measurable change.

Based in the District of Columbia, he conducts sessions using several online formats and brings experience from child and family services, school mental health, and clinic administration to his therapeutic work.

Approaches for online work and practical support

James uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients identify and change unhelpful thought and behavior patterns, providing structured tools for issues like anxiety, depression, obsessions, and compulsions. He also incorporates Mindfulness Therapy to build present-moment awareness and stress management skills, which can support coping with trauma, grief, and ongoing emotional distress. Motivational Interviewing appears in his work as a collaborative way to explore ambivalence and strengthen commitment to change, useful for addictions, career shifts, and other goal-related challenges.

Choosing the right approach is treated as a collaborative process. He will work with clients to clarify goals, try different techniques, and adjust the plan based on what produces the best fit for a person’s needs, values, and preferences rather than offering a one-size-fits-all method.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for people with varying schedules and comfort levels. These formats make it easier to access licensed professionals from the District of Columbia and to continue work during life transitions, while allowing clinicians to use CBT exercises, mindfulness practices, and motivational strategies in formats that suit each client.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does James Campbell address in therapy
He works with a broad range of issues including stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, grief, addictions, relationship and intimacy problems, ADHD, bipolar disorder, and related challenges listed in his specialties.
What therapeutic style can I expect
Sessions blend practical, skills-based methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with mindfulness, motivational interviewing, solution-focused strategies, and trauma-focused approaches to match the client's needs.
How much clinical experience does he bring
He has 10 years of experience as a practicing clinician, complemented by longstanding work in child and family services, school mental health, and clinic leadership roles.
Where is James Campbell licensed and based
He holds the LICSW credential with license details DC LICSW LC302442 and practices in the District of Columbia.
Which languages are available for sessions
He conducts therapy in English and is not accepting international clients at this time.
What session formats are offered
Available formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to suit different preferences and schedules.
How are fees and subscriptions handled
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin therapy
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a session according to his availability.

Areas of expertise

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTIntimacy-related issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

Communication problemsGender dysphoriaHIV / AIDSJealousyObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPersonality disordersPhobiasPrejudice and discriminationSelf-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuse

Therapeutic approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

10+ years

Licensed

District of Columbia

Languages

English