James Baron, LMFT — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm James!

My approach to therapy is very client-focused. After all, you are the expert when it comes to you. Most of my career has been focused on active-duty military and Veterans. As a result, I have an extensive background in combat trauma and substance abuse.

My focus

I have a long history of working with both Veterans and active-duty military members. I work with individuals and couples dealing with depression, anxiety, trauma, combat trauma, and substance abuse.

My approach

My primary focus is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT).

My communication style

I am a relaxed, easygoing individual, and I bring that approach into my work with my clients.

My journey to mental healthcare

Being a therapist is a second career for me. This journey started for me in the early 2000s after a divorce. I was fortunate enough to have found a great therapist who helped me get through that difficult time, and I decided that I would like to help people similarly.

My goals for you

You are the expert on you. So, initially, goal setting is simply asking, "What would you like to achieve here?" Over time, as I get to know you, I might suggest additional goals or potential modifications to your existing goals.

Our first session

In our first sessions, I primarily want to start to get to know you, your background, and how you got to where you are now. Additionally, we will address any pressing immediate issues that you may be dealing with.

I identify as...

Male, Cis
Caucasian or White
Agnostic, Atheist

Expertise

Specialties

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Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Behavioral Activation

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Experiential Therapy

Humanistic

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

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Focus populations

Gay

LGBTQIA+

Queer

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Therapy types

Couples Therapy
Individual 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 from Chapman College.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

James Baron