Dr. James Young

Experienced counselor blending empathy and skills

LMHC Florida

Experience: 9 years in practice
Focus areas: Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse, Self esteem
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
Languages: English

About James

Dr. James Young is a Florida-licensed mental health counselor with nine years of clinical experience helping people manage stress, anxiety, trauma, and challenges with motivation and self-esteem.

Background and approach

He brings focused work on attention and concentration concerns often labeled ADHD, along with support for addiction, grief, relationship difficulties, and mood conditions such as depression and bipolar disorder. His background includes supporting members of the LGBTQIA community and addressing a range of additional areas like adoption and foster care, caregiver stress, and family of origin issues.

He practices from a collaborative, client-centered stance that emphasizes openness and nonjudgmental listening while integrating evidence-informed methods. James draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients identify and change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns, and he uses mindfulness and emotionally focused techniques to build awareness and improve connection.

Whether a person is navigating a life transition, parenting concerns, intimacy issues, or recovery from trauma, he aims to create a practical plan that reflects each client’s goals. Clients can expect a supportive partnership that balances empathy with structured tools and coaching to foster greater confidence, coping skills, and clarity about next steps.

Evidence-Informed Approaches for Online Care

Dr. Young integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Client-Centered Therapy in online work. CBT focuses on identifying and adjusting unhelpful thoughts and behaviors to reduce symptoms and improve daily functioning, which can be useful for anxiety, depression, and stress-related difficulties. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathetic listening and collaboration, creating space for clients to explore feelings and priorities at their own pace and build self-directed change.

He also draws on Emotionally-Focused Therapy when relationship or attachment concerns arise, using guided conversation to increase emotional awareness and strengthen connection. Throughout online care he approaches treatment collaboratively, working with clients to determine which methods best fit their needs, goals, and preferences rather than imposing a single model.

Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to maximize accessibility and scheduling flexibility. These remote formats allow clients to engage from wherever they are in Florida and to choose the communication style that feels most helpful for their therapeutic work.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does this therapist address?

He works with a broad range of issues including stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self esteem, ADHD, addictions, relationship and family problems, grief, bipolar and depression, and intimacy-related concerns.

What is the therapist's general approach and style?

The practice emphasizes a collaborative, client-centered stance with practical, evidence-informed tools such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness techniques, and emotionally-focused work to help clients gain insight and skills.

How much clinical experience does the therapist have?

He has nine years of professional work experience supporting clients across a variety of mental health and life concerns.

What are the therapist's credentials and where is he based?

He is licensed as an LMHC in Florida with license number FL LMHC MH22350 and conducts practice from that state.

Does the therapist offer services in other languages or accept international clients?

Sessions are offered in English only and he is not currently accepting international clients.

What session formats are available for online work?

Available formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different needs and preferences.

How are fees and payment handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are delivered via a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

What steps are required to begin working with this therapist?

To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to therapist availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, Anxiety Trauma and abuse Self esteem ADHD

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesBipolar disorderDepression Coping with life changesCoaching

Additional focus areas

Adoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeCaregiver issues and stressCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Drug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaHIV / AIDSInfidelityLife purposeMen's issuesVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational Interviewing

Experience

9+ years

Licensed

Florida

Languages

English