Licensed clinical social worker recordCalifornia
James Johansen, LCSW
California
Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Relationships and Grief
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- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in California
- LCSW, licence 97882
- NPI
- 1669947966
- Experience
- 10 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- California
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
- Relationship problems
- Grief and loss
- Anger management
About James
James Johansen is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in California with 10 years of professional experience. He helps people facing relationship strain, grief and loss, intimacy-related concerns, anger management, and LGBT-related issues. His approach is practical and direct, aimed at helping people regain steadiness in everyday life.
James starts by listening to what matters most to each person. He treats clients as the experts on their own lives and builds on existing strengths. Sessions focus on clear goals, manageable steps, and skills that apply outside the room.
He draws from several approaches to match the work to the problem. That can mean learning skills to notice and change unhelpful thoughts, practicing ways to regulate strong emotions, or exploring attachment patterns that influence relationships. James emphasizes straightforward strategies clients can use between sessions.
In therapy with him, conversations often cover communication patterns, setting boundaries, and handling jealousy or control issues. He also addresses concerns around alternative sexual cultures such as BDSM and kink, and non-monogamous relationship structures when those topics arise.
People who come for help with substance-related problems, midlife questions, loneliness, or identity-related prejudice will find a practical focus on next steps. He aims to make therapy applicable to work, family, and everyday demands rather than only discussing problems in theory.
BHow sessions work
How his approaches translate to online sessions
James uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) in ways that work well in online sessions. ACT focuses on clarifying values and taking action toward them while learning to accept difficult thoughts and feelings. It can help with grief, identity questions, and motivation. CBT targets patterns of thinking and behavior with practical exercises to reduce anger, improve communication, and manage anxiety.Finding the right approach is part of the work together. James will discuss these methods with each person and decide collaboratively which tools to prioritize based on goals and life demands. That planning includes trying techniques in session and adapting them between meetings.
The therapist's biography does not list specific session formats here, so please confirm current session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions around work, family, and travel. It also allows for shorter check-ins when schedules are tight, and sessions without video when bandwidth or camera use is an obstacle. These practical choices help therapy fit everyday life rather than require major schedule changes.
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Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
10+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
DQuestions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he address?
He works with relationship strain, grief and loss, intimacy-related problems, anger issues, and LGBT-related concerns. Additional topics include kink and BDSM, polyamory and commitment issues, substance-related problems, and loneliness.
What is his general therapy style?
He uses a practical, goal-oriented style that combines several psychotherapy approaches. Sessions focus on skills, communication, and steps clients can try between meetings.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has ten years of professional experience working with adults on the issues listed in his specialties.
Is he licensed and where does he practice?
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in California. His listed location is California.
What languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he work with international clients?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing depends on the chosen subscription and location.
How do I begin the process?
Click the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a first session through the system.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988. More crisis numbers