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Alexis James

LMHC

Alexis James , LMHC

Therapist in New York

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About Alexis

Alexis James is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who practices with a focus on practical, individualized care for people facing stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, trauma, and life transitions. She holds LMHC licensure in Florida and New York and has also completed certification as a Clinical Telemental Health Provider, which reflects experience providing therapy through remote formats. Alexis brings a decade of clinical experience working with individuals across the lifespan and aims to help clients identify concrete changes that make daily life feel more manageable and meaningful.

Her approach blends evidence-based methods such as cognitive behavioral techniques with solution-focused strategies and other therapeutic orientations chosen to meet each person where they are. She emphasizes exploring the thoughts and behaviors that may interfere with wellbeing while helping clients build skills for coping, self-compassion, and healthier relationships. Alexis has particular passion for supporting women of color, specifically Black women, and she welcomes clients from diverse backgrounds who are seeking thoughtful, culturally attuned care.

Outside of her professional role she is a mother, wife, and family member who enjoys travel, interior design, and true crime and comedy shows. She describes herself as easygoing, motivated, and committed to collaboration with clients as they work toward clearer goals and more satisfying daily experiences. She is available Tuesday and Friday mornings only at this time for live chat sessions.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Alexis draws on several established approaches to tailor work to each person's needs. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking patterns and shifting behaviors to reduce symptoms like anxiety, depression, and panic. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps clients clarify personal values and build psychological flexibility by learning to accept difficult thoughts while committing to meaningful actions. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy, active listening, and collaboration so clients feel heard and supported while they explore goals and change.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Alexis works with each person to assess goals, preferences, and responses to different techniques, adapting methods over time to find the best fit for growth and relief.

Online therapy offers practical advantages for many people. Video calls and phone sessions replicate traditional conversations while live chat and text-based messaging add flexibility for those with busy schedules or limited mobility. These options make it easier to maintain consistent care, fit sessions into daily life, and access licensed professionals from different locations when appropriate.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Alexis James have?

Alexis James has 10 years of experience working with clients across the lifespan.

Is Alexis James a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the LMHC credential, which stands for Licensed Mental Health Counselor. License details are FL LMHC MH15281 and NY LMHC 010995.

In which languages does Alexis James provide therapy?

Alexis provides therapy in English.

Where is Alexis James located?

Alexis is located in New York.

How can I work with Alexis James as my therapist?

You can work with Alexis through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Alexis James work with international clients?

Alexis James does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Alexis James cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietySelf esteemCoping with life changes

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefEating disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoachingADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentCaregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsFamily of origin issuesGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPostpartum depressionSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapySolution-Focused TherapyInternal Family Systems

Experience

10+ years

Licensed

Florida, New York

Languages

English

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