About James
James Davis is a licensed clinical mental health counselor (LCMHC) based in Utah who helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression, addiction, grief, and ADHD. He also supports those facing trauma, relationship and intimacy concerns, parenting strain, career challenges, and questions about sexual orientation. James describes a straightforward, person-focused style that centers on practical change over time.
He works in a conversational way and aims to make sessions feel like a plan you can try between meetings.
Background and approach
Sessions often include exploring current problems, testing small changes, and building routines that reduce overwhelm. James draws from cognitive behavioral ideas to spot unhelpful thinking and from client-centered approaches to follow each person’s priorities. James has about 10 years of counseling experience and holds a Masters degree in Mental Health Counseling.
He uses evidence-informed approaches such as EMDR for trauma-related memories when appropriate, and motivational interviewing to help people find motivation to change. The credential LCMHC stands for Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor. People choose James when they want down-to-earth support and clear steps for daily life.
He aims to tailor strategies to what actually fits a person’s schedule and goals. Sessions are offered in English and occur via video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging. His practice operates in Utah and works with adults on a range of concerns including bipolar symptoms, addiction, and coping with life transitions.
He prefers to help people identify practical moves that reduce stress and improve functioning over time.
How James’ approaches translate to online care
James blends client-centered care, cognitive behavioral techniques, and EMDR in ways that translate well to online sessions. Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and following the person’s lead so goals come from the client; it helps with motivation and clarity about what to change. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) looks at current thoughts and behaviors and teaches practical skills to reduce anxiety, manage ADHD-related routines, or shift low mood. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a trauma-focused method that helps process distressing memories and associated emotions when those memories feel stuck.Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to decide which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. That plan can change over time as progress is made or priorities shift.
Online sessions are offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to make care flexible. Video is useful for deeper, interactive work and exercises, while phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited. Live chat and text messaging work well for brief check-ins, homework planning, or shorter coaching-style conversations. These options help people fit therapy into busy days and maintain continuity during life transitions.
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What this therapist works with
Also listed
- ADHD
- Anger management
- Bipolar disorder
- Career difficulties
- Coping with life changes
- Depression
- Family conflicts
- Grief
- Intimacy-related issues
- LGBT
- Parenting issues
- Relationship issues
- Self esteem
Therapeutic approaches
- Experience
- 10 years
- Licensed
- Utah
- Languages
- English
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