- Years in practice
- 6
- Credentials
- LPC
- Licensed in
- Texas
- Languages
- English
- Focus
- Stress, Anxiety
- Focus
- Relationship issues
- Focus
- Self esteem
About James
James Greenwald is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Texas who focuses on parenting concerns along with stress, anxiety, relationship strain, and life transitions. He brings six years of clinical experience and a calm, practical approach to therapy. James keeps sessions straightforward and goal-focused so parents can use skills between meetings.
He draws on everyday tools from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy to help people manage strong emotions and stay focused on their values.
Background and approach
Client-Centered principles shape his style, so sessions aim to follow each person’s pace and priorities. Narrative and mindfulness techniques are added when helpful to change unhelpful stories and build presence. James has worked in a range of settings including hospitals, schools, crisis care, and correctional environments.
That variety informs how he meets people where they are and adapts strategies to real life routines. He emphasizes practical skills for sleep, stress, parenting challenges, and relationship communication. In sessions he listens for patterns that get in the way, then practices new responses together.
Parents often work on setting limits, reducing reactivity, and restoring connection with partners or children. He also supports people facing grief, addiction, bipolar mood concerns, ADHD, and career uncertainty. Therapy with James is presented as a collaborative process rather than a quick fix.
He helps clients set clear goals, try small changes between sessions, and track progress. People who prefer direct, down-to-earth guidance often find this approach useful.
What James works with
Everything James lists, in the therapist's own terms. Parenting is the reason this directory exists; the rest shows what else James helps people with.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Coping with life changes
- Addictions
- LGBT
- Family conflicts
- Trauma and abuse
- Grief
- Intimacy-related issues
- Sleeping disorders
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Career difficulties
- Bipolar disorder
- Coaching
- ADHD
- Abandonment
- Attachment issues
- Avoidant personality
- Codependency
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Emptiness
- Family of origin issues
- Family problems
- Fatherhood issues
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Impulsivity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Men's issues
- Midlife crisis
- Mood disorders
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
- Self-love
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Workplace issues
- Young adult issues
Approaches James lists
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Narrative Therapy
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist names and does not check training records.
How therapeutic approaches translate to online care
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify what matters to them and take small actions toward those values. Sessions often include practical exercises and behavior changes that can be practiced between meetings. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) focuses on skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, which are taught and rehearsed in session and applied to daily parenting and relationship situations. Client-Centered Therapy centers the conversation on the person's experience, with the therapist offering reflective listening and support as clients work through decisions and feelings.Choosing the right approach is part of the work. James treats the process as collaborative and responsive to each person's needs, goals, and preferences. Together they try methods, check what helps, and adjust the plan so it fits the client's life and parenting responsibilities.
Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect. Video calls let people use visual cues for deeper conversations. Phone sessions can fit into a busy day or require less bandwidth. Live chat and text-based messaging work well for brief check-ins, skill reminders, or for people who prefer written reflection. These options make it easier to keep therapy consistent around work, childcare, and other commitments.
Questions people ask about James
What concerns does James help address?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and intimacy issues, parenting challenges, grief, addictions, bipolar concerns, ADHD, and related life changes.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
James uses a down-to-earth, collaborative style that focuses on practical skills and personal values. Sessions aim to be straightforward and goal-oriented.
What is his relevant background?
He has six years of clinical experience and has worked in hospitals, schools, crisis settings, and correctional environments.
What credentials and region are listed for the therapist?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, practicing in Texas.
Which languages does he use in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
James provides video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging as session formats.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability and is billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin therapy with him?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.
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