Therapist profile
Dr. James Smith, LISW-CP
South Carolina
LISW-CP therapist - anger and relationships
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- CredentialsLISW-CP
- LicenseLISW-CP, South Carolina / 16604
- NPI1932960564
- Experience32 years
- LanguagesEnglish
- LocationSouth Carolina
About
- Anger management tools
- Mindfulness practices
- CBT and ACT techniques
About James
Dr. James Smith is a South Carolina licensed independent social worker - clinician with 32 years of practice. He focuses on stress, anxiety, relationship strain, anger, depression and related concerns. He works with people facing life changes, addiction, trauma, and intimacy-related issues.
He approaches sessions with a straightforward, person-centered stance. He treats the client as the expert on their own life and looks for strengths to build on. Conversations move from what feels stuck to practical ways to respond differently in daily situations.
His background includes long experience in behavioral health settings and many years working with people who struggle with control issues, codependency, and communication problems. He also has focused experience addressing caregiver stress, first responder issues, and challenges tied to family of origin.
Dr. Smith uses techniques drawn from acceptance and commitment therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, mindfulness approaches, and client-centered work. That mix is used to help people notice patterns, try new skills, and manage strong emotions without judgment.
Sessions aim to break down problems into small, manageable steps. He helps clients set goals, practice specific skills, and track progress. The emphasis is on concrete changes that reduce tension in relationships and daily life.
How sessions work
Therapeutic approaches and how online sessions work
Dr. Smith commonly draws on acceptance and commitment therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy. ACT helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings and commit to actions that reflect their values. CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking and practicing alternative responses to reduce anger and anxiety.He also uses client-centered techniques that prioritize the person's own perspective and strengths. Together these approaches are used collaboratively; the therapist and client review what helps and adjust methods as they go. Finding the right approach is part of the work, and decisions are made based on the person's goals and preferences.
Session formats are not listed in the biography, so please confirm current session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, shorten travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. It can also support regular skill practice between sessions. Licensed professionals and therapists typically adapt exercises and homework to suit remote meetings and real-life routines.
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Experience
32+ years
Listed in
South Carolina
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, relationship strain, anger, depression, addictions, trauma and intimacy-related issues, along with a range of related concerns.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
He uses a person-centered stance and practical skills work, helping people notice patterns and practice new ways of responding to anger and stress.
How long has he been practicing?
He has 32 years of professional experience in behavioral health and related settings.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He holds the credential SC LISW-CP and is based in South Carolina.
Does he work in languages other than English?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people from other countries work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, 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.