Alexis James, LMHC - Therapist in New York

About Alexis

Alexis James is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who focuses on support for stress, anxiety, self-esteem, coping with life changes, addictions, LGBT concerns, relationship and family issues, trauma and abuse, grief, eating concerns, parenting, anger, career challenges, bipolar disorder, depression, coaching, and ADHD.

She brings ten years of experience and holds LMHC licenses in Florida (FL LMHC MH15281) and New York (NY LMHC 010995). Alexis offers direct, practical help and aims to make therapy feel accessible and down-to-earth.

Background and approach

She keeps sessions straightforward and goal-focused. Conversations tend to center on current problems, skill-building, and small changes that add up over time. Techniques may include cognitive-behavioral tools, acceptance strategies, emotion work, and mindfulness practices to reduce stress and shift unhelpful patterns.

Alexis uses a mix of evidence-based methods such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Emotionally-Focused Therapy, and Client-Centered Therapy. She adapts these approaches to what each person needs and prefers, working at a practical pace. Her background includes a decade of clinical experience and licensure in two states.

Alexis emphasizes finding solutions that fit each person rather than one-size-fits-all plans. She explains skills clearly and practices them with clients during and between sessions. Outside of work she is a mother and enjoys travel, interior design, and lighthearted TV.

The tone she brings to sessions is warm, motivated, and easygoing, with a focus on helping people make meaningful changes in daily life.

Therapeutic approaches for online care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people focus on what matters most and take small steps toward those values, even when difficult thoughts or feelings are present. It is useful for anxiety, stress, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy looks at the connections between thoughts, feelings, and actions and teaches specific tools to change unhelpful patterns; it is often used for anxiety, depression, and panic symptoms.

Alexis treats approach selection as a team effort. She will talk with each person about goals, preferences, and what feels most useful. Together they try methods, check what helps, and adjust the plan so it fits daily life and real challenges.

Online sessions use video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to offer flexible ways to connect. These formats make it easier to fit therapy around work, family, and travel. They also allow practicing skills between meetings and sharing notes or messages as needed to keep progress moving.

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

Less about arguing with difficult thoughts, more about loosening their grip and acting on what matters to you anyway. Values and committed action carry the work, which suits conversation at a distance.

Client-Centered Therapy

The direction comes from you rather than from a set programme. The therapist offers a warm, non-judgemental space to think out loud and work at your own pace. Online, this rests on the relationship rather than on being in the same room.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

CBT looks at the link between what you think, how you feel, and what you do. You work on noticing unhelpful patterns and practising steadier responses. It suits online sessions well, because much of the work happens between appointments and can be talked through from anywhere.

Frequently asked questions

What problems does Alexis help with?

She works with a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, parenting challenges, relationship and family issues, addictions, ADHD, mood conditions, and eating concerns.

What is her general therapy style?

Sessions are practical and down-to-earth, focusing on current problems, skill building, and small changes that have real impact over time.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She has ten years of experience working as a mental health professional and brings that background to her clinical work.

What credentials and location should I know about?

She is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with FL LMHC MH15281 and NY LMHC 010995, and practices from New York.

Which languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English.

What session formats are available?

Therapy is available via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

How does payment and cost work?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with Alexis?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.

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Experience: 10 years
Licensed: Florida, New York
Languages: English

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