Therapist profile
James Gibb, LCPC, LPC
Illinois
Licensed counselor - Anger and anxiety
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- CredentialsLCPC, LPC
- LicenseLCPC, Illinois / 180008191; LPC, Oregon / C4642
- NPI1437393824
- Experience15 years
- LanguagesEnglish
- LocationIllinois
About
- Mindfulness practice
- Values-based action
- Philosophical counseling
About James
James Gibb is an LCPC (Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor) and an LPC with 15 years of experience in Illinois. He works with adults on anger, anxiety, depression, stress, and related life struggles. Sessions address everyday problems like snapping at loved ones, workplace frustration, and built-up resentment.
He blends straightforward talking with practical skills practice. Expect a mix of listening, reflective questions, and exercises you can use outside sessions. He asks for feedback each time so the work stays useful and focused on your goals.
James uses client-centered approaches alongside mindfulness and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. That means conversations center on your experience while also introducing mindful habits and values-based actions. He also draws on existential ideas when questions about meaning or direction come up.
He has experience with people on the autism spectrum who struggle with social adjustment and with adults and teens who are intellectually gifted but socially challenged. He can also work with issues tied to trauma, grief, intimacy, parenting stress, career problems, and sleep difficulties.
James offers philosophical counseling when it adds value, referencing thinkers like Nietzsche, Sartre, and Yalom to clarify life questions. He can administer personality and intelligence assessments when testing would help inform treatment.
If anger is the main concern, sessions aim to help you recognize triggers, practice responses that reduce escalation, and put new habits into daily life. He encourages practical change rather than abstract talk.
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How his approaches translate to online work
James commonly draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and client-centered methods. ACT focuses on clarifying what matters to you and taking small actions that align with those values, which can help with anger, anxiety, and avoidance. Client-centered work emphasizes active listening and reflecting back your experience so you feel understood and can notice patterns in your responses.He also uses mindfulness practices to build moment-to-moment awareness. Mindfulness exercises teach noticing bodily sensations, breath, and thought patterns that contribute to escalation. These tools are practical for managing stress, sleep problems, and impulsivity.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. He will collaborate with you to test methods, get feedback each session, and adjust techniques to suit your goals and what feels helpful. This lets you build skills that fit daily life rather than following a rigid plan.
Session formats are not listed here, so confirm the current online options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove commuting time so you can use a lunch break or an evening hour for a session. Licensed professionals often adapt exercises and mindfulness practices to work well across different formats so the work stays practical and applicable.
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Experience
15+ years
Listed in
Illinois, Oregon
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He supports adults with anger, anxiety, depression, stress, and related concerns such as grief, sleep trouble, and relationship tension.
How would he approach anger or temper issues?
He uses a mix of client-centered conversations, mindfulness, and ACT strategies to identify triggers and practice calmer responses.
How much experience does he have?
He has 15 years of clinical experience working with adults and adolescents on mood, anxiety, and adjustment issues.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He holds LCPC and LPC credentials and practices from Illinois.
Can I work with him if I live outside the United States?
Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients; confirm logistics before booking.
What session formats does he offer?
Please confirm current session options before booking so you know which formats are available.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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