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James Baron, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in CA More info Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists, LMFTs, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

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Hi there, I'm James!

Hi, my name is Mike Baron. I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. 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 approach

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

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 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 that helped me get through that difficult time and decided that I would like to help people in a similar way.

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.

My first session with you

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.

About James

Specialities

  • Addiction
  • Alcohol Use
  • Aging
  • Anxiety
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Drug Abuse
  • Dual Diagnosis
  • LGBTQIA+
  • Marital/Pre-marital
  • Men's Issues
  • Mood Disorders
  • Older Adult
  • Relapse Prevention
  • Relationship Issues
  • Substance Use
  • Trauma and PTSD

Methods

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Behavioral Activation
  • Client Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Cognitive Processing (CPT)
  • Couples Therapy
  • Eclectic
  • Experiential Therapy
  • Family Systems
  • Group Therapy
  • Humanistic
  • Interpersonal
  • Marital
  • Relational
  • Rogerian
  • Solution Focused
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Strength-Based
  • Structural Family Therapy
  • Trauma Focused

Practice

License

  • Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) More info Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists, LMFTs, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Accepted insurance providers

  • Aetna, Anthem, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of MA, Blue Shield of CA, Carelon, Cedars Sinai, Cigna, Decent, Kaiser Permanente (Southern Ca), MHN, Optum, Tricare West, and Kaiser Medicare Advantage (Southern Ca)

Languages spoken

  • English

Allyship

  • LGBTQIA+ aligned

Education

  • Masters of Arts (MA) - Chapman College (2009) Bachelor of Science (BS) - Emporia State University (1987)

Session Information

  • Video session
  • 60 minutes

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