James Carr, LMFT — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm James!

My style of therapy is eclectic, but mainly Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. My goal is to help you overcome struggles that have kept you from enjoying your life.

My focus

I have been mainly working with men and men's issues, but I also work with couples navigating relationship challenges, communication struggles, and emotional disconnection.

My approach

I am fairly eclectic in my approach, using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Trauma-Focused CBT. I am also certified in DBT to support clients through difficult emotions and relationship challenges.

My communication style

I am supportive but also maintain firm boundaries. I want clients to know that they are accepted totally for who they are and that I understand their struggles.

My journey to mental healthcare

I worked in mental health and law enforcement, helping develop crisis intervention training. My heart has always been in mental health work, which led me to open my private practice.

My goals for you

My approach is to get input from clients and help them refine what those goals are, ensuring therapy aligns with what matters most to you.

Our first session

I introduce myself and get to know you more fully. I explain expectations and gather as much information as possible to understand your needs.

I identify as...

Male
Caucasian or White
Christian

Expertise

Specialties

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Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Dialectical (DBT)

Gottman Method

Mindfulness-Based

Motivational Interviewing

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Focus populations

Cancer

Gay

HIV/AIDS

Immune-Disorders

LGBTQIA+

Military/Veterans

Open Relationships/Non-Monogamy

Police/Fire/First Responders

Queer

Sex-Positive/Kink

Transgender

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy
Couples Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied
Anthem

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Languages spoken

English

Education

Master of Arts (MA) in Psychology/Marriage and Family Therapy from Brandman University.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

James Carr