James Barrett, LPC
Therapist in South Carolina
James Barrett is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in South Carolina.
- License 7231 · South Carolina Expires August 2027
- NPI 1952808578 · national registry
- Experience and languages 10+ years in practice English
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About James
James Barrett is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in South Carolina. He brings ten years of counseling experience to sessions and focuses on practical, down-to-earth support for relationship and life stressors. James uses the Gottman Method alongside client-centered conversation and cognitive behavioral techniques to help people make changes that last.
He aims to create straightforward goals and clear steps so clients know what to try between sessions. Sessions are conversational and focused on what matters most to each person.
Background and approach
He works with a wide range of concerns including anxiety, depression, addictions, grief, trauma and family problems. He also helps with relationship struggles, intimacy issues, parenting challenges, career stress, sleep difficulties, anger, and self-esteem. Additional focus areas include attachment issues, communication problems, infidelity, and coping with separation or divorce.
In therapy James listens without judgment and tailors the plan to each person. He uses motivational interviewing to find what will move someone toward change and mindfulness tools to ease overwhelming feelings. Cognitive behavioral ideas are used to identify unhelpful thoughts and try new behaviors.
Clients can expect a direct but warm style that stresses collaboration. He aims to help people notice patterns, practice different choices, and build skills for everyday life. James frames therapy as a step-by-step process toward more manageable days and clearer relationships.
Credentials
- LPC (South Carolina)
- License 7231 · expires August 2027
- NPI
- 1952808578 · national provider identifier
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Focus areas and approaches
Everything James lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Addictions
- Relationship issues
- Depression
- Coping with life changes
- Family conflicts
- Trauma and abuse
- Grief
- Intimacy-related issues
- Sleeping disorders
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Career difficulties
- Attachment issues
- Co-morbidity
- Codependency
- Commitment issues
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Divorce and separation
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Family of origin issues
- Family problems
- Fatherhood issues
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Impulsivity
- Infidelity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Jealousy
- Life purpose
- Men's issues
- Midlife crisis
- Money and financial issues
- Mood disorders
- Multicultural concerns
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Phobias
- Post-traumatic stress
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
- Self-love
- Sex addiction
- Smoking / vaping cessation
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Trichotillomania
- Workplace issues
- Young adult issues
Approaches James names
- Gottman Method
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
These are the approaches James names on their own professional profile. Naming an approach is not evidence of training or certification in it, and this directory checks no training records. Ask directly if it matters to you.
Online support
How therapeutic approaches fit into online care
James uses the Gottman Method to focus on relationship patterns and practical communication skills that couples and individuals can practice between sessions. Gottman-style work centers on mapping interactions, spotting conflict cycles, and trying small, specific behavior changes to improve connection.He also draws on Client-Centered Therapy, which prioritizes empathetic listening and the client's perspective to guide sessions. This approach helps people feel heard and supports their own process of deciding what to change. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, is used to identify unhelpful thoughts and try new behaviors; it is useful for anxiety, depression, sleep problems, and many everyday difficulties.
Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with each person about goals, preferences, and what has or hasn’t worked before, then recommend techniques to try. Plans are adjusted as progress is made so the work stays relevant and useful.
Online formats offer real flexibility. Video calls allow face-to-face interaction for skills practice and emotion-focused work. Phone sessions can fit a short break at work or be easier when bandwidth is limited. Live chat and text-based messaging are helpful for brief check-ins, tracking progress, and getting support between meetings. These options make it easier to keep momentum while balancing other responsibilities.
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Frequently asked
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He helps with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, relationship and family problems, trauma, grief, parenting and related concerns like infidelity, communication problems, and career stress.
What is his therapy style like?
His style is genuine and interactive, leaning on client-centered listening and collaborative goal-setting to make practical changes over time.
How much experience does he have?
He has ten years of experience working in counseling and clinical settings with individuals and those facing addictions and relationship challenges.
What credentials and location are listed?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in South Carolina.
Which languages and international options are available?
Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.
In what formats are sessions offered?
Sessions can be scheduled as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
How does billing and cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist matching; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What do I need to do to begin?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.
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