James Campbell, LICSW

James Campbell is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) with ten years of professional experience. He works with adults facing anger, stress, anxiety, grief, depression, addiction, relationship and intimacy concerns, and other life challenges. He practices in the District of Columbia and provides therapy in English.

He takes a straightforward, practical approach. Sessions focus on what is happening now and on skills that make daily life easier. He uses clear tools to reduce reactivity, improve communication, and manage cravings or mood swings. Expect direct conversation and concrete steps you can try between meetings.

His background includes long-standing roles in community mental health and school-based behavioral programs. That work shaped how he handles family conflict, trauma, and complicated grief. He has experience managing program operations and presenting workshops on fatherhood and communication.

James draws from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness Therapy to help people track thoughts, notice patterns, and practice calmer responses. He also uses Motivational Interviewing and Solution-Focused techniques to set short-term goals and support change. For trauma-related concerns he incorporates Trauma-Focused Therapy methods when appropriate.

Sessions tend to be practical and goal-oriented, with attention to real-life demands like work and caregiving. Clients can expect to leave with exercises and simple routines to try between sessions. The aim is steady progress rather than quick fixes.

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