Licensed clinical social worker recordFlorida
James Bogan, LCSW
Florida
Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Stress and Addictions
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- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in Florida
- LCSW, licence SW1572
- NPI
- 1215149521
- Experience
- 40 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- Florida
These details come from information James supplied to BetterHelp. A licence can be checked with the social work board of the state that issued it, and an NPI with the national registry.
AAbout
- Stress and anxiety
- Addiction support
- Grief and loss
About James
James Bogan is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Florida with 40 years of professional experience helping people manage stress and anxiety. He works with people facing addictions, grief, loss, depression, and major life changes. Sessions focus on practical steps people can take to feel steadier in daily life.
James uses straightforward conversation to identify what is most pressing for each person. He listens for patterns that keep problems repeating, then helps people try different ways of responding. Work often includes learning simple coping skills, practicing clearer communication, and addressing feelings of guilt or isolation.
When grief or loss is the issue, James helps people name what they have lost and find ways to carry on responsibly. With addiction and depression, he emphasizes small, achievable changes and relapse-aware planning. For stress and anxiety, he teaches techniques to manage symptoms in the moment and reduce triggers over time.
Sessions also address relationship strains by improving how people talk about needs and set boundaries. James supports people who struggle with self-blame and low self-regard to notice moments of self-love and give themselves realistic standards. He encourages steady progress rather than perfect solutions.
Practical concerns about work, family, money, and health are part of the conversation. People who want clear, experience-based guidance will find his style direct and focused on everyday results.
BHow sessions work
Approach to evidence-based care and online sessions
James, as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, works with evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical change. One commonly used approach teaches concrete coping skills for anxiety and stress, such as brief grounding or breathing exercises to reduce immediate symptoms. Another helpful approach focuses on behavioral strategies to manage addiction and depression by identifying triggers, setting small goals, and building routines that reduce harmful patterns.Finding the right approach is part of the work. He will discuss different methods and decide together which fits the client's needs, goals, and preferences. That collaborative process may involve trying an approach for several sessions and adjusting based on what produces steady, manageable improvements.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current online options before booking. Many people find online sessions useful because they can fit therapy into a workday, reduce travel time, or make it easier to check in during stressful periods. Online work can also allow shorter, focused check-ins when time or bandwidth is limited. Ask about the available session types and scheduling when you complete the matching questionnaire.
CAreas of focus
Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Experience
40+ years
Listed in
Florida
Languages
English
DQuestions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He helps people with stress, anxiety, addictions, grief, loss, depression, and coping with life changes. Additional focus areas include communication problems, forgiveness, guilt and shame, isolation, and self-love.
What is his therapeutic style like?
He uses plain, direct conversation and practical skills. The work tends to focus on real-life coping strategies and clearer communication.
How much experience does he have?
He has 40 years of professional experience in social work and related clinical settings. That background informs a practical approach to common life stresses.
Is he a licensed clinician in the United States?
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Florida.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with him?
He accepts international clients. Confirm session logistics and time zone arrangements before booking.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing should be checked during the matching process.
What is the first step to begin working together?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session. That starts the intake and scheduling process.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988. More crisis numbers