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Online therapist

James Herrington

Supportive counselor for family and life changes

Credentials
LPC
Experience
5 years
Licensed in
Texas
Languages
English
Format
Online sessions

About James

James Herrington is a Licensed Professional Counselor with five years of experience. He focuses on creating an open space where people can talk about what matters. He aims to help parents and adults manage stress, anxiety, relationship strains, grief, and other life changes.

He uses straightforward, respectful conversation to support change. Herrington uses therapy methods that help people understand problems and try small changes that make daily life easier. He often draws on client-centered therapy to prioritize each person’s own goals.

Background and approach

He also uses cognitive behavioral techniques to spot unhelpful thoughts and test new behaviors. For people affected by past harm, Herrington includes trauma-focused methods and EMDR when appropriate. Those approaches aim to reduce the hold painful memories can have on current life.

He explains options clearly and tailors choices to what each person needs. Sessions are offered in English and are available to people inside and outside the United States. He provides video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different schedules.

Therapy uses a subscription model that can be canceled at any time and costs vary by location and availability. To begin, a person completes a short matching questionnaire and schedules according to the therapist’s availability. Herrington emphasizes steady, practical steps and supports people as they work toward clearer communication and better daily coping.

Therapeutic approaches and how they work online

James Herrington uses client-centered therapy to create a respectful space where the person’s priorities come first; this approach focuses on listening, empathy, and helping people set their own goals. Cognitive behavioral therapy, or CBT, is used to identify thought patterns that fuel anxiety or low mood and to try practical behavior changes that can improve daily functioning.

For those affected by past traumatic events he can include trauma-focused methods and EMDR to reduce the intensity of painful memories and their effects on current life. The choice of approach is collaborative - the therapist will discuss options, explain what each method involves, and work with the client to find the best fit for their needs and goals.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to make therapy more flexible. These options let people schedule care around work, family, and other commitments, and they support steady progress even when in-person sessions are difficult to arrange. Licensed professionals can adjust session tools and homework to suit each format so therapy stays practical and focused.

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.

EMDR

A structured protocol used with distressing memories, pairing recall with guided attention tasks. Some therapists adapt it for video sessions; whether that fits is worth asking about directly.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, relationship and family issues, trauma and abuse, depression, addictions, grief, parenting challenges, anger, and self-esteem concerns among others.
What is his therapeutic style like?
He takes a client-centered approach, listening first and shaping sessions around each person’s goals while using practical techniques from cognitive behavioral therapy when helpful.
What experience does he bring?
He has five years of professional counseling experience working with a range of emotional and relational concerns.
Where is he licensed and based?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor, credential TX LPC 79530, and practices from Texas.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are accepted.
What session formats are available?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.
How does pricing work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with therapy?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist’s availability.

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