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James Harris

James Harris, LPC

Arkansas

LPC in Arkansas - Stress and Addiction work

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  • Stress and anxiety
  • Addiction support
  • CBT and ACT

About James

James Harris is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Arkansas with five years of clinical experience. He works with adults who face stress, anxiety, addictions, anger, depression, and life changes. He frames clients as the experts in their own stories and focuses on building practical skills.

In sessions he listens to what feels most pressing and then helps people try straightforward strategies. He uses methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to address unhelpful thoughts and to clarify values. He also draws on Client-Centered and Dialectical Behavior Therapy ideas when needed.

James often spends time on concrete tools for managing strong emotions and urges. That can include noticing patterns, practicing coping skills, and testing small behavior changes between meetings. He helps people who want clearer boundaries, steadier moods, or fewer impulsive reactions.

Many people come to him because early family roles or expectations still affect how they act now. He can help a person name those family-of-origin patterns and decide what to keep or change. Work on attachment issues, abandonment concerns, blended family stress, and communication problems fits into this practical focus.

Sessions are conversational and goal-focused. James aims to make concepts easy to use in daily life. He supports clients as they try new approaches and track what helps over time.

How therapeutic approaches are used in online sessions

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, and then choose actions that match their values. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking patterns and testing new behaviors to reduce anxiety and depressive symptoms. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening and working from the person's goals, giving space for them to lead the topics that matter most.

Choosing the best approach is part of the work together. The therapist will review concerns, goals, and preferences and then suggest which methods to try first. That recommendation can change as clients test different skills and report what helps in daily life.

The source biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm the current online options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a weekday break, reduce travel time, or use shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. Therapists can adapt exercises and homework for remote sessions so skills practice fits into everyday routines.

Areas of expertise

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Existential TherapyMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

5+ years

Listed in

Arkansas

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does he address?

He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, anger, depression, and coping with life changes. He also focuses on related areas such as attachment issues, abandonment, and blended family concerns.

What is his therapeutic style?

He uses a practical, skills-based approach and conversational sessions. He helps people try tools between meetings and adjusts strategies based on what works.

How much experience does he have?

He has five years of professional experience as a counselor. That experience has included work with mood, behavior, and substance-related concerns.

What are his credentials and where is he located?

He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in Arkansas. His practice and licensure are based in that state.

Which languages are supported?

Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.

What session formats are available?

The original biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options before scheduling.

How are sessions priced?

Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing should be confirmed when arranging services.

How do I begin working with him?

Begin by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a first session. That process starts the intake and scheduling steps.

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