James Rubins

My communication style

I ask clients about people who have positively influenced them in the past to find out what characteristics a client finds most supportive and are likely to facilitate their personal change.

My journey to mental healthcare

I experienced the loss of my mother in an automobile accident when I was young and had to learn to adapt quickly to my changing environment. I was popular at school and learned to gather support from peers and the church youth group. I received feedback about how I was a good listener, and so I continued to develop those skills professionally.

My goals for you

I work with clients to identify one, two, or three goals they would like to achieve in a three-month period so that we can stay focused and intentional on change. If a client needs to go longer, we can. If we change focus to different problems as we proceed, I can be flexible to meet client needs.

Our first session

Although there are certain questions that need to be asked for insurance coverage purposes, I generally let the client tell me what is bothering them and what they have tried to do to relieve the pain or suffering they are currently experiencing.

I identify as...

• Male
• Caucasian or White
• Christian