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James Sharkey, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California

Recognized for high quality patient care

James Sharkey

Individual therapy

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LMFT

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like James Sharkey, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

James has a Master of Arts (MA) in Marriage and Family Therapy from National University.

Available virtually|CA
Specialties
ADHD
Anxiety
LGBTQIA+
Life Transitions
Style
Insightful
Approachable
Collaborative

Hi there, I'm James!

Do you feel constantly overwhelmed, scattered, or stuck in cycles of procrastination? Many adults I work with discover their lifelong struggles with focus, organization, anxiety, and emotional overwhelm may be connected to adult ADHD. I believe ADHD is not a personal failure but a different way the brain works.

My focus

Adults I work with may experience relationship distress, work burnout, parenting overwhelm, difficulty concentrating at school or work, or challenges with impulsivity and emotional regulation. Many begin to see how these patterns may relate to ADHD, anxiety, trauma, or undiagnosed ADHD.

My approach

When helpful, I collaborate with medical professionals to support coordinated care for ADHD and anxiety. My approach blends evidence-based therapies such as CBT, ACT, DBT, and Gottman-informed tools within a whole-person framework. I believe meaningful change happens when every part of who you are is welcomed into the process.

Expertise

Focus populations

BIPOC
First Generation American/Immigrant Parents
HIV/AIDS
LGBTQIA+
Open Relationships/Non-Monogamy
Queer
Recovery/12 Step Friendly
+ 7 more

Therapy types

  • Individual Therapy

Ages served

  • Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

  • Aetna
  • All Savers
  • Allegiance
  • Allied
  • Anthem

Languages spoken

English

Education

Master of Arts (MA) in Marriage and Family Therapy from National University.

Sessions

60 minutes
Virtual sessions

Next appointmentThursday, May 21st