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James Harris

Therapist · Maryland

James Harris

LCPC

Licensed counselor - life purpose and relationships

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Experience
4 years
Based in
Maryland
Sessions
Online
Languages
English
  • Stress and anxiety
  • Career decisions
  • Communication skills

About James

James Harris is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in Maryland with four years of clinical experience. He works with adults who are dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship and family questions, self-esteem concerns, and career uncertainty. Sessions are conducted in English.

He focuses on practical conversations about what is happening now. He helps people talk through communication problems, attachment issues, guilt and shame, and impulsivity. He also addresses money and financial concerns, men’s issues, social anxiety, and challenges common to young adults.

In sessions he adapts the pace and topics to what the person brings. That can mean weighing options for a job change, practicing clearer ways to say what matters in a relationship, or sorting through feelings around forgiveness. He uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to guide those discussions.

James frames therapy as a collaborative process. He listens, offers reflections, and suggests practical steps to try between meetings. People can expect straightforward talk aimed at making decisions clearer and reducing day-to-day strain.

To begin he asks people to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session. The subscription for sessions can be canceled at any time and costs vary with location.

License and NPI on record

LCPC
Maryland · LC16479

As listed on the therapist's profile. A license can be checked with the state board, and an NPI with the national NPI registry.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsSelf esteemCareer difficulties

Experience

4+ years

Credentials

Maryland

Languages

English

Approaches used in online sessions

James works with evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical change. One approach emphasizes identifying patterns in thoughts and behaviors and testing small changes between sessions to reduce anxiety and improve daily functioning. This method helps when worry or avoidance gets in the way of work or relationships.

Another common approach centers on improving communication and attachment. It looks at how people relate to others, practices clearer ways of expressing needs, and helps repair recurring conflicts. This can be useful for relationship strain, family disagreements, or social anxiety.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. James will discuss options, consider the client’s goals and preferences, and decide collaboratively which techniques to try. He checks progress and adjusts plans as needed rather than sticking to one method.

Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time around work or family obligations. These practical benefits can help people keep therapy consistent while they weigh next steps.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does he address?

He focuses on stress, anxiety, relationship and family questions, self-esteem, and career issues. Additional areas include attachment, communication problems, forgiveness, guilt and shame, impulsivity, money issues, social anxiety, young adult concerns, men’s issues, and life purpose.

How would he describe his therapeutic style?

He uses practical, evidence-based techniques and adapts conversations to each person. Sessions emphasize clear communication and steps to try between meetings.

What is his professional background?

He has four years of experience working as a counselor. That work has included helping people with career difficulties and interpersonal conflicts.

What credential does he hold and where is he based?

He is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in Maryland and practices from that state.

Does he offer sessions in other languages?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can people outside the United States work with him?

He is not accepting international clients at this time.

How are sessions paid for and what do they cost?

Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. Exact costs vary with location.

What are the steps to get started?

Begin by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.

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