Therapist profile
Dr. James Bedell, IL Psychologist 071004954
Illinois
Illinois psychologist - Anger and relationship concerns
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- CredentialsIL Psychologist 071004954
- LicensePsychologist, Illinois / 071004954
- NPI1396990693
- Experience38 years
- LanguagesEnglish
- LocationIllinois
About
- Attachment based practice
- Cognitive behavioral work
- Trauma and EMDR
About James
Dr. James Bedell is an Illinois psychologist (IL Psychologist 071004954) with 38 years of clinical experience. He practices in Illinois and offers help for a broad set of concerns including anxiety, depression, addiction, relationship and family stress, trauma, grief, anger, and other life adjustments.
He draws a quick, practical picture of what is going on in a person's life. He looks at psychological, biological, and social influences and then focuses on steps that reduce the symptoms people bring in. He pays attention to early attachment patterns, thinking styles, and biological factors when those are relevant.
Sessions are collaborative and problem-focused. He aims to build an alliance so people can talk frankly and try specific interventions. He describes his role as both a listener and an active clinician who helps plan next steps and interventions.
People who come for anger or relationship stress can expect direct conversation about triggers and patterns. For trauma, addiction, or grief he may combine approaches that address emotional responses and practical coping skills. He also brings experience with first responder and veteran issues, hoarding, obsessions and compulsions, and process addictions.
He uses a mix of approaches including attachment-based ideas, cognitive behavioral methods, DBT skills, emotionally focused strategies, and EMDR when indicated. The focus is on clear thinking about the problem, testing what helps, and adjusting the plan as work progresses.
How sessions work
How his approaches translate to online work
Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on patterns in close relationships and how early bonds shape reactions. Online sessions using attachment ideas look at how current conflicts connect to past relationship patterns and practice new ways of responding.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) breaks problems into thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Online CBT typically involves identifying unhelpful thoughts, trying alternative thinking, and practicing behavioral changes between sessions to reduce anger and anxiety.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) offers practical skills for regulating emotion and handling distress. When used online, DBT teaches concrete strategies for managing intense feelings and improving interpersonal effectiveness.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with the client to see which methods fit their goals and preferences, and then adjust the plan as progress is observed. This is a shared process rather than a one-size-fits-all prescription.
Confirm current session options before booking so you know the formats offered. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when time is limited, and reduce travel time. Ask about how the sessions are scheduled and whether any particular format better suits your daily routine.
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Experience
38+ years
Listed in
Illinois
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He helps with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship and family difficulties, depression, trauma, grief, anger, and related concerns listed in his specialty areas.
What is his therapy style like?
He takes a collaborative and practical approach, combining listening with active interventions to reduce symptoms and address patterns that keep problems going.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 38 years of experience working in clinical settings across a range of presenting issues.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is an Illinois psychologist (IL Psychologist 071004954) and practices in Illinois.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he work with international clients?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions scheduled and paid for?
Costs vary with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Click the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If anyone is unsafe, use the crisis numbers.