Dr. James Kraut, FL Psychologist
Supportive psychologist for life and parenting challenges
Explore online therapy options- Years in practice
- 30
- Credentials
- FL Psychologist
- Licensed in
- Florida
- Languages
- English
- Focus
- Stress, Anxiety
- Focus
- Depression
About James
Dr. James Kraut helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression, grief, and the strain that comes with big life changes. He also supports those facing compassion fatigue, addictions, parenting challenges, sleep and eating concerns, intimacy issues, and work-related stress.
Dr. Kraut is a Florida psychologist with 30 years of professional experience and brings a steady, practical approach to sessions. He treats each person as the expert on their life and looks for strengths to build on.
Background and approach
Conversations are focused and straightforward. He aims to create a space where a worried parent can say what feels hard and get clear next steps. In sessions he uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that address symptoms and everyday functioning.
That means helping clients learn new coping skills, practice different ways of responding to stress, and try small changes that add up. The emphasis is on what works day to day rather than on jargon. Dr.
Kraut also addresses issues connected to family of origin, fatherhood, blended families, divorce, and addiction. He can help people experiencing panic attacks, bipolar challenges, ADHD-related struggles, or feelings of isolation and shame. His background includes long-term clinical practice in Florida as a FL Psychologist PY4990.
People who choose him can expect practical guidance, direct discussion of goals, and flexible session formats. He provides therapy in English and accepts international clients, offering options to fit different schedules and needs.
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
- Depression
- Coping with life changes
- Compassion fatigue
- Addictions
- LGBT
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Trauma and abuse
- Grief
- Intimacy-related issues
- Eating disorders
- Sleeping disorders
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Career difficulties
- Bipolar disorder
- Coaching
- ADHD
- Aging and geriatric issues
- Autism and Asperger Syndrome
- Blended family issues
- Divorce and separation
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Emptiness
- Family of origin issues
- Family problems
- Fatherhood issues
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Infidelity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Paranoia
- Phobias
- Post-traumatic stress
- Prejudice and discrimination
- Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
- Self-harm
- Self-love
- Sex addiction
- Social anxiety and phobia
Practical approaches and online therapy options
Dr. Kraut uses evidence-based techniques that focus on present-day problems and skills people can use right away. One common approach helps people learn specific coping skills for anxiety and panic - breathing and grounding exercises, short behavioral changes, and step-by-step plans to handle triggers. Another approach targets mood and daily routines by identifying unhelpful thinking and testing small behavior changes that improve sleep, appetite, energy, and motivation.Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. He works with each person to match methods to their goals, needs, and preferences, and adjusts techniques over time based on what helps most. Clients are involved in choosing priorities and setting realistic steps between sessions.
Online therapy is offered through multiple formats - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging - to fit different lives and schedules. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation when that feels useful, while phone sessions use less bandwidth and can be easier during a work break. Live chat and text messaging give options for brief check-ins, homework, or ongoing support between longer sessions. These choices make it easier to keep therapy consistent while managing parenting, work, and other demands.
Questions people ask about James
What kinds of concerns does he address?
He supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, addiction, parenting challenges, sleeping and eating problems, and relationship or intimacy concerns.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
He keeps sessions practical and straightforward, helping clients identify strengths and try small, doable changes that help in daily life.
What is his professional background?
He has 30 years of professional work experience and has spent his career helping people manage complex life stresses and compassion fatigue.
Where is he licensed and practicing?
He is licensed as a Florida Psychologist, FL Psychologist PY4990, and practices in Florida.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different schedules and needs.
How is payment handled and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin working together?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a session according to therapist availability.
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