Therapist profile
Dr. James Kowalski, LCMHC, LMHC
West Virginia
Licensed counselor - Anger and addiction focus
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- CredentialsLCMHC, LMHC
- LicenseLPC, Georgia / LPC003377; LCMHC, North Carolina / 4433; LMHC, Florida / MH3319; LPC, West Virginia / 2066
- NPI1386721355
- Experience30 years
- LanguagesEnglish
- LocationWest Virginia
About
- ACT methods
- CBT skills
- Motivational interviewing
About James
Dr. James Kowalski is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC and LMHC, with 30 years of experience working in counseling. He is based in West Virginia and lists stress, anxiety, addictions, grief, anger, depression, relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, eating issues, self-esteem and bipolar disorder among his core areas. He also notes experience with compassion fatigue and geriatric concerns.
He has practiced across multiple states and brings a long record of working with substance-related challenges. That background has informed a practical approach to addiction and anger concerns. He also notes experience supporting people facing serious illness, caregiver stress, end-of-life issues, and the emotional strain that comes with aging.
Dr. Kowalski’s day-to-day approach blends cognitive behavioral methods, client-centered work, motivational interviewing and mindfulness practices. Sessions focus on clear skills, plain conversation, and steps people can try between meetings. He emphasizes respect and dignity during discussions and adjusts the pace to fit each person.
For anger and related concerns he combines strategies to spot patterns, test different responses, and build alternatives to old reactions. With addictions he uses motivational tools to strengthen reasons for change and practical planning to reduce risk. For grief or depression he offers steady, structured support and short-term techniques to manage symptoms.
He works in English and is not taking international clients. Costs vary by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. To begin, a reader would follow the site’s process to complete a matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.
How sessions work
How his approaches translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps people uncover what matters most to them and take small actions toward those values despite difficult feelings. It is often used for anxiety, stress, and anger when values can guide different choices. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, CBT, focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing new behaviors. It offers clear skill practice for anger, depression, and anxiety through exercises and between-session work.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss goals, try an approach, and adapt based on what the person finds helpful. This is a collaborative process where techniques are adjusted to fit the client’s needs and preferences rather than imposed from the start.
The biography does not list specific online formats, so confirm current session options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit counseling into a day, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time for appointments. They also let someone continue work while managing caregiving or health demands. Licensed professionals will use the chosen methods to focus on skills, problem solving, and real-life practice during remote sessions.
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Experience
30+ years
Listed in
Georgia, North Carolina, Florida, West Virginia
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of anger issues does he address?
He lists anger among his core concerns and works with people who snap at loved ones, hold growing resentment, or struggle with frustration in daily life.
What is his therapeutic style like?
He uses a mix of cognitive behavioral, client-centered, motivational interviewing, and mindfulness techniques in a straightforward, interactive way.
How long has he been practicing?
He has 30 years of experience in the helping professions, including extensive work with substance-related challenges.
Where is he licensed and based?
He is credentialed as LCMHC and LMHC with licensure noted in North Carolina and West Virginia and he practices from West Virginia.
Does he offer sessions in languages other than English?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
The biography does not list specific session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How does payment work and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with him?
Follow the site button to see online therapy options, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. A license can be checked with the state board.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If anyone is unsafe, use the crisis numbers.