James Campbell, LICSW - Therapist in District of Columbia

About James

James Campbell is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) with ten years of experience listed in the profile. He focuses on family and parenting concerns alongside anxiety, stress, grief, depression, trauma and abuse, addictions, ADHD, and a range of relationship and identity issues. He writes and speaks about fatherhood and has led workshops on parenting themes.

James draws on practical, straightforward methods in sessions. He uses tools from cognitive behavioral therapy to address unhelpful thinking and behavior.

Background and approach

He also includes mindfulness techniques to help manage stress and trauma-focused approaches when past harms are central to the problem. Clients can expect conversations that prioritize clear goals and small steps. Solution-focused and motivational interviewing techniques help set achievable changes and build motivation.

Sessions often look at concrete skills for communication, coping, and managing emotions. His background includes long-term work in the District of Columbia public sector with children, families, and school mental health. That history informs his focus on parenting, family dynamics, and community-related stressors.

He has served in supervisory and administrative roles and currently works as a clinic director and contract therapist. James practices in the District of Columbia and conducts work in English. He blends practical strategies with direct discussion so parents can leave with things to try between sessions.

How therapeutic approaches translate to online care

James uses cognitive behavioral therapy to help people notice patterns of thought and behavior and practice small changes. CBT is useful for anxiety, depression, and coping with stress by breaking problems into manageable steps. He also employs mindfulness techniques to teach simple attention and breathing skills that reduce reactivity and increase presence. Mindfulness is often helpful for stress, trauma-related symptoms, and managing strong emotions. Finding the right approach is part of the work. James will talk with clients about their goals and preferences and then recommend approaches or combine methods. The plan evolves as clients try strategies and report what helps. Online sessions make attending therapy more flexible. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation from home. Phone sessions, live chat, and text messaging provide alternatives for people with tight schedules or who prefer shorter, focused exchanges. These options let parents and caregivers fit therapy into busy lives while still working on concrete skills, communication, and coping strategies.

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.

Mindfulness Therapy

Attention training: noticing thoughts and physical feelings as they arrive without being carried off by them. Much of it is practice you do yourself, so guidance over video or audio works much as it would in person.

Motivational Interviewing

A way of working through mixed feelings about change without being pushed. The therapist helps you weigh things up and find your own reasons, which often makes a difficult decision feel less stuck.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does James address?

He works with family and parenting issues as well as stress, anxiety, grief, depression, trauma and abuse, addictions, ADHD, and relationship or identity concerns listed in the profile.

What is his therapy style like?

He uses direct, goal-oriented work with an emphasis on practical skills. Sessions focus on clear steps clients can try between meetings.

What experience informs his work?

He has a long history in public behavioral health and school mental health in the District of Columbia, including supervisory and administrative roles and workshop presentation experience.

What are his credentials and where does he practice?

He holds the credential LICSW and practices in the District of Columbia. The license listed is DC LICSW LC302442.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

What formats are available for sessions?

Sessions may be conducted by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

How are fees and payment handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I start working with him?

Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

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Experience: 10 years
Licensed: District of Columbia
Languages: English

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