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James Davis

James Davis, LCMHC

Therapist in Utah

Supportive counselor for life changes

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10 years of experience listed

LCMHC professional credentials

English languages

  • Practical coping skills
  • Trauma informed care
  • Collaborative approach

About James

James Davis is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) based in Utah with ten years of practice. He helps people facing stress, anxiety, addiction, trauma, low self esteem, depression, and relationship or parenting challenges. James also works with concerns related to grief, anger, career shifts, bipolar symptoms, and attention difficulties. He draws on several familiar approaches to tailor each session. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) breaks problems into thoughts and actions to build coping skills. Attachment-Based ideas look at patterns from early relationships and how they affect current connections. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is used when trauma memories keep coming up. Sessions are collaborative and focused on practical steps. James listens first, then offers strategies that fit a person’s life. He uses motivational interviewing to support change and Client-Centered Therapy to keep the conversation grounded in the person’s goals. James earned a master’s degree in mental health counseling and a bachelor’s in psychology and human development. He describes himself as trauma informed and brings experience with domestic violence, sexual assault, substance concerns, and crisis situations. People who choose him can expect straightforward, goal-oriented work. He aims to help people reduce symptoms and build routines that support daily functioning. Before booking, confirm current session formats and scheduling details.

How these approaches translate to online work

Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationship patterns shape current behavior and emotions. Online sessions can use conversation and reflective exercises to identify those patterns and practice new ways of relating. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions to build concrete skills for coping with anxiety or low self esteem. In remote sessions, therapists and clients can collaborate on worksheets, behavior experiments, and step-by-step plans to try between meetings.

EMDR addresses traumatic memories and the reactions that follow. When used online, EMDR protocols are adapted to fit the session format while still helping to reduce the intensity of distressing memories.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. The therapist will work together with the client to figure out which methods match their needs, goals, and comfort level. That choice can change over time as progress is made and new challenges arise.

Confirm current session options before booking, since formats are not listed here. Online therapy can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Many people find remote sessions help keep momentum between meetings and make it simpler to try practical homework in real life.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepression

Also works with

LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesADHD

Therapeutic approaches

Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Existential TherapyEye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)Motivational InterviewingPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

10+ years

Credentials

Utah

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does James focus on?

He helps people with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, self esteem concerns, depression, relationship and parenting issues, grief, anger, career changes, bipolar concerns, and ADHD-related struggles.

What is his therapeutic style like?

Sessions are collaborative and practical, with a focus on listening first and then trying strategies that fit daily life.

How much experience does he have?

James has ten years of experience working with a range of mental health and trauma-related issues.

What credentials and region should I know about?

He holds the LCMHC credential and practices in Utah.

Which languages are available for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients work with him?

He does not accept international clients at this time.

How are sessions scheduled and what about cost?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin if I want to work together?

Select the continue button on this profile, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.

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