Therapist profile
James Coley, LPC
Texas
Licensed Professional Counselor - Anger and Relationships
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- CredentialsLPC
- LicenseLPC, Texas / 85042; LPC, Wisconsin / 11046-125
- NPI1881366516
- Experience4 years
- LanguagesEnglish
- LocationTexas
About
- CBT and DBT informed
- Practical anger skills
- Relationship work
About James
James Coley is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Texas with four years of experience. He works with adults facing stress, anxiety, depression, grief, addictions, relationship problems, anger, self-esteem concerns, and life changes. Sessions are conducted in English and focus on practical steps a person can use outside of sessions.
He uses clear, person-focused methods rather than jargon. In sessions he listens, reflects what he hears, and helps people test small changes that feel doable. That can mean practicing new ways to respond in heated moments, building routines to reduce daily stress, or learning specific skills to manage impulses and cravings.
James draws on several approaches including cognitive behavioral techniques to spot and shift unhelpful thinking, dialectical behavior ideas for coping and emotion regulation, and client-centered work that keeps the person's goals central. He also integrates relationship-focused tools where needed to address intimacy and interaction patterns.
People often come to him for help with anger that shows up as snapping at loved ones, frustration at work, or resentment that builds over time. He frames progress as learning and rehearsal rather than a one-time fix, and emphasizes small, repeatable practices that fit into daily life.
Sessions follow a collaborative structure: identify the immediate concern, try a practical strategy in session, and plan small steps for the week. Costs vary by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. To begin, prospective clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.
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How his approaches translate to online work
James commonly uses cognitive behavioral techniques and dialectical behavior ideas in his work. CBT helps by identifying patterns of thought that fuel anger or anxiety and then testing small experiments to change those patterns. DBT-style skills focus on emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and practical steps to prevent escalation in the moment.He also uses client-centered principles, which means sessions focus on the person's goals and experiences rather than a fixed protocol. He and the client decide together which mix of approaches makes the most sense and adjust as progress is seen. Finding the best fit is treated as a collaborative process rather than a single upfront decision.
Confirm the exact session formats before booking, as the profile does not list specific formats. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when time is limited, or offer options if being on camera is not desired. Licensed professionals can adapt exercises, skill practices, and behavioral experiments to the online setting so people can continue applying what they learn in everyday life.
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Experience
4+ years
Listed in
Texas, Wisconsin
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He helps with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, addictions, anger, relationship difficulties, self-esteem, ADHD, and related concerns listed in his profile.
What is his therapeutic style like?
His style is straightforward and person-focused. He listens, reflects, and works on small, practical changes you can try between sessions.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has four years of post-qualification experience as a Licensed Professional Counselor.
Where is he licensed and based?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor with licensure in Wisconsin and Texas and practices from Texas.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for and what do they cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with a first session?
Click the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.
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