Therapist profile
James 'Jim' Disantis, LCSW
Pennsylvania
Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Anger and Stress
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- CredentialsLCSW
- LicenseLCSW, Pennsylvania / CW013422
- NPI1659581346
- Experience38 years
- LanguagesEnglish
- LocationPennsylvania
About
- Client-centered work
- CBT techniques
- Solution-focused steps
About James
James 'Jim' Disantis is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Pennsylvania with 38 years of experience as a psychotherapist. He works with adults on problems such as stress, anxiety, grief, depression, addictions, relationship strain, family concerns, trauma and abuse, anger, self-esteem, and coping with life changes.
Jim has worked in many settings across the mental health field. His background includes child development, geriatric care, inpatient and outpatient mental health, non-profit and commercial programs, and private practice. He has also supervised other therapists and health professionals.
In sessions Jim uses practical methods drawn from client-centered work, cognitive behavioral therapy, and solution-focused therapy. He helps people set clear goals, notice unhelpful thinking, and try small changes that can shift patterns of reacting and feeling. He also supports people in recovery from substance use concerns.
Spiritual and religious beliefs are welcome to be part of the conversation if a person wants that included. Jim describes his approach as nonjudgmental and direct, and he invites straightforward talk about what is getting in the way of daily life.
Fees vary with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. To begin, a prospective client selects the See online therapy options button, completes a short matching questionnaire, and schedules a first session.
How sessions work
How his approaches translate to online work
Client-centered therapy centers the person's experience and priorities. In practice this means the therapist listens, reflects what is important, and lets the person set goals and the pace of change. This approach helps when someone wants to talk through anger or life stress without judgment.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions. Sessions use concrete exercises to spot unhelpful thinking and to try different responses. This approach is commonly used for anxiety, depression, and problems with anger and impulsive reactions.
Solution-focused therapy looks for small, practical steps that move a person toward specific goals. It emphasizes what is already working and builds brief strategies for day-to-day situations, which can be useful when frustration at work or home needs quick, usable tools.
Finding the right mix of methods is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to figure out which approaches fit their needs, goals, and personal style, and will adjust plans over time based on what helps.
The biography does not specify which online session formats are used. Please confirm the available session options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. These practical benefits often help people maintain consistency while they work on anger, coping skills, and life changes.
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Experience
38+ years
Listed in
Pennsylvania
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, grief, depression, addictions, relationship and family concerns, trauma and abuse, anger, self-esteem, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue.
What is his therapy style like?
He uses a nonjudgmental, practical style that draws on client-centered methods and structured techniques to address patterns of thinking and behavior.
How much experience does he have?
He brings 38 years of experience working across child development, geriatric care, inpatient and outpatient mental health, non-profit and commercial settings, and private practice.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Pennsylvania and practices from that state.
Does he work in other languages or with international clients?
Sessions are offered in English and he is not accepting international clients at this time.
What session formats are available?
The biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How are fees handled?
Fees vary with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the 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.