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James Kuemmerle

James Kuemmerle, LCSW, CSW

Colorado

Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Stress and Relationships

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Credentials check

Credentials
LCSW, CSW
Licensed in Colorado
LCSW, licence CSW.09923773
NPI
1477897429
Experience
29 years
Languages
English
Location
Colorado

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

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
  • Mindfulness Therapy

About James

James Kuemmerle is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Colorado with 29 years of experience. He works with people dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship and family concerns, anger, depression, addictions, trauma, grief, sleep problems, parenting, self-esteem, career issues, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and other life changes.

He uses straightforward conversation to help people sort through problems and make practical changes. Sessions focus on what is happening now, what the person wants to change, and steps that fit their daily life. He draws on approaches such as client-centered work, cognitive behavioral strategies, dialectical behavior methods, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing.

James aims to make sessions a place to speak honestly about thoughts and feelings without judgment. He listens for patterns that keep problems stuck and introduces tools to interrupt them. That might mean tracking thoughts, practicing coping skills, or trying new ways of communicating with others.

He also brings experience with caregiver stress, aging and geriatric issues, first responder and veteran concerns, hospice and end-of-life support, and substance use problems. Those topics are handled with practical planning and attention to everyday tasks and relationships.

People who choose James can expect a down-to-earth, problem-solving focus. He helps people set realistic goals and works with them step by step. To begin, readers should confirm current session options before scheduling.

BHow sessions work

Therapeutic approaches and online sessions

Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and reflecting so the person can name what matters and decide next steps. It helps people clarify goals and feel understood while they test small changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) breaks down unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and replaces them with practical alternatives; it is useful for anxiety, depression, sleep problems, and managing mood. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) teaches concrete skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and improving relationships, which can help with anger, intense emotions, and self-management.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to identify which methods fit their needs and daily life. That decision is based on the client’s goals, preferences, and the problems they want to address, and it can change over time as progress is made.

The original profile does not list specific online session formats, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. They can also let someone join from different locations when work or caregiving makes in-person sessions difficult. Licensed professionals can adapt CBT, DBT, and client-centered work to online sessions in ways that keep the focus on practical skills and everyday problem solving.

CAreas of focus

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsAnger managementDepression

Also works with

AddictionsTrauma and abuseGriefSleeping disordersParenting issuesSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

Aging and geriatric issuesCaregiver issues and stressCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDrug and alcohol addictionFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapySolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

29+ years

Listed in

Colorado

Languages

English

DQuestions

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does he help with?

He works with stress, anxiety, relationship and family issues, anger, depression, addictions, trauma, grief, sleep problems, parenting, self-esteem, career issues, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and related life changes.

What is his therapeutic style?

He uses practical, conversational methods and focuses on current problems and actionable steps. Techniques include client-centered work, CBT, DBT, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing.

How much experience does he have?

He has 29 years of professional experience working in social work and related clinical settings.

What are his credentials and where is he licensed?

He holds the LCSW and CSW credentials and is licensed in Colorado as CO LCSW.

Which languages are supported?

Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.

What session formats are available?

The original biography does not specify session formats. Confirm current online and in-person options before booking.

How does pricing work?

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

How do I start a first session?

Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule an initial session.

Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988. More crisis numbers

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