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James "Jim" Dailey

Calm, practical therapy for life’s challenges

LMSW Michigan

Experience
8 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Grief
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
Languages
English
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About James

James "Jim" Dailey brings eight years of clinical social work experience to his Michigan practice as an LMSW.

Background and approach

He focuses on a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, grief, addiction, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, intimacy issues, sleep and eating problems, ADHD, and challenges related to caregiving, aging, cancer, and end-of-life matters. He also addresses family and communication struggles, career difficulties, isolation and men's issues.

Jim works from a supportive, nonjudgmental stance that values building a collaborative therapeutic relationship. He emphasizes practical skills such as relaxation exercises and breathing techniques alongside cognitive-behavioral strategies to help clients change unhelpful thinking and coping patterns.

Motivational interviewing and solution-focused techniques are used to clarify goals and sustain progress. Clients describe his presence as calm and welcoming, and he allows space for reflection and silence when needed.

He invites curious questions and aims to meet people where they are, helping them navigate life transitions and manage symptoms while honoring individual values and preferences.

Evidence-Informed Approaches for Online Care

James uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients identify and reframe unhelpful thoughts and develop practical coping skills for anxiety, depression, sleep, and mood regulation. He also draws on Client-Centered Therapy to provide empathic listening and a supportive space where clients can explore feelings and life changes at their own pace. Mindfulness-based strategies are incorporated to teach grounding and relaxation practices that reduce stress and improve emotional awareness.

Deciding which approach fits best is a collaborative process. The therapist works with each person to understand their goals, preferences, and daily demands, and then tailors techniques from these methods to match what will be most useful in therapy sessions and between visits.

Online sessions are offered via video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to increase flexibility and accessibility. These formats make it easier to schedule care around work, family, and health needs while keeping therapeutic work consistent and practical over time.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does this therapist address?
He supports people facing stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, grief, addiction, trauma and abuse, self-esteem issues, intimacy-related problems, eating and sleeping difficulties, ADHD, caregiving and aging concerns, cancer-related stress, and related life challenges.
How would you describe the therapeutic approach and style?
The style is supportive and nonjudgmental with an emphasis on building a therapeutic alliance. Sessions blend client-centered listening with practical interventions such as CBT, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused techniques.
What is the therapist's background and experience?
He has worked in social work since 2009 and has eight years of experience in clinical practice, supporting a variety of concerns including traumatic brain injury, chronic illness, grief, and mental health conditions.
Where is the therapist based and what are the credentials?
The therapist is licensed in Michigan and holds the LMSW credential with licence details MI LMSW 6801095148.
Does this therapist offer services in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are provided in English only, and international clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available for online work?
Available formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different communication preferences.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Cost varies depending on location and therapist availability; services operate via a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin working together?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesGriefSelf esteemCoping with life changes

Also works with

AddictionsFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

Aging and geriatric issuesCancerCaregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsHospice and end-of-life counselingIsolation / lonelinessMen's issuesSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Traumatic brain injuryYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

8+ years

Licensed

Michigan

Languages

English