Great therapist! Make sure you are clear on what you want help with when you begin working with him to get the most out of your sessions.
James Wells, LMHC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
James is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 4.5 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with James. View 47 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Florida
Recent reviews
Nicely listened to all the concerns that I had at the time and had a good approach to answer them
More about James
- 10 years' experience
- Male
- LMHC
Life sometimes gets complicated, getting help doesn't need to be. I am licensed in Florida with 8 years of professional work experience as an LMHC, with another 9 years of prior experience working within the mental health field. I enjoy uncomplicating the counseling process. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, & depression as well as coping with life changes.
I view the therapeutic process in this way:
You and I sitting across a table eye to eye. We are looking at your map of life and the dynamics going on. You are at point A and want to be at point B. I am but your guide/advisor on how to get from A to B.
Specialties
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Licenses
James Wells's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1598177149.
- LMHC · Florida · MH12479 · Expires March 2025
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.
Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.
Reviews for James Wells
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Great therapist! Make sure you are clear on what you want help with when you begin working with him to get the most out of your sessions.
Nicely listened to all the concerns that I had at the time and had a good approach to answer them
James has helped me in a significantly helpful way on dealing with my struggles. I’m thankful for him being my therapist.
Mr. Wells has been a very considerate, compassionate, and enlightening therapist to work with. I've never done therapy before and had some worries coming into it for the first time, but his method of connection in conversation and communication in the open helped put those worries to bed. I would highly recommend Mr. Wells to anyone needed a therapist who is understanding and committed to helping you make positive changes in your life for the better.
James is awesome! He really listens to what I have to say and what my needs are. He allows for a non-judgmental environment, and really cares about helping me get better. He matches my style of therapy which is straight forward and how to make little tweaks instead of changing the whole picture. 10/10 recommend!
Great therapist
I feel like James genuinely care about me and helping me with my specific concerns. Talking with him was incredibly helpful for me at a time when I was very worried about a lot of things. Reality hasn't changed - there are still a lot of things I could be worried about. However, I think he helped me find the mental tools necessary to handle situations better with more forgiveness towards myself.
James listens to me and gives excellent feedback. Therapy seems to be helping in my day-to-day life and I'm thankful to have James to talk to about my problems. *Challenges rather!
James has been great, an ear that is not involved in my day to day, strategies to effectively communicate better, how to handle my stresses better, and now we are working on my goals. I AM excited to see where this takes my future self in year or so. I know this is beneficial for me to become the person I want to be. I ALWAYS want to be better than I was yesterday!
Great working with James, he lets me go at my own pace and gives a little push when need. It’s a pleasure to be able to talk with someone that not only understands but is able to bring their own experiences to the table.
Very compassionate, knowledgeable and effective.
Amazing
James is what I needed in my life, to bounce things off of where I don't feel I can share with others. Specifically regarding addictions, it is good to have a vehicle to open to.
James has done a great job of trying to quickly cover the bases and provide the tools in our first session. We're still getting to the deeper parts of things, so this is probably too early for a comprehensive review, but here goes: he's a solid guy that wants to help and he understands the dynamics of a relationship, where things can start to break down, and he has resources to help. It's our responsibility to implement them, and that's where I'm going to need help. I feel I've been validated, now I need to know where I'm falling short and help working on those things without fooling myself into thinking what I'm doing is enough to avoid my eruptions. It's easy when I'm calm, how can I keep myself from blowing my lid, I think he can help me with that, but we're just getting started. He has a very cool persona and he provides a lot of good information for reference.
saved my life
James Wells is the best therapist I’ve ever had the privilege to work with. He goes right into the problem and shows ways to work on it. He is a lifesaver! His expertise and compassionate approach have made a significant positive impact on my life! I truly think that I have grown both personally and emotionally as a result of our sessions together! He was able to open up my vision and see things for what they are. What an exceptional therapist!!!!! Forever grateful!
I appreciate that James gives me space to talk things out while also providing me with tasks to work on in between sessions. He is always friendly and makes sure I know I can message between sessions, if needed.
James is one of the best therapists I've worked with. Appreciate his insights and support. He listened carefully which is so important. Highly recommended!
James Wells is a fabulous therapist. He’s always ready to listen and help when needed. He’s very good about rolling with whatever you need that day whether it’s a friend to randomly discuss books or a therapist that can coach you through how to deal with the things happening in your life, from parenting and marriage to trauma and cancer. He has absolutely no judgment and is completely supportive while helping you find your path. I have tried therapy many times through my life and working with James is the first time that therapy is everything I thought it could be.
Very kind and listens to every situation that I speak about.
Simply an amazing man, wouldn’t want anyone else.
He gave me to tools I needed to save my own life.
James is the best therapist I have ever had. He gives me his full time and attention when I am with him. I feel like I am connected with him when we are together and I get his full focus and support. I have made tremendous progress under his care.
James is very professional and I would not be where I am today with out him.
I had met with another therapist as my first introduction to therapy. They were very kind, but I didn't mesh well with them. I decided to look for another therapist who aligned with my situation more closely and stumbled upon James. He's been very transparent, is able to meet me at my current self, and is working with me at a pace that works for me. I would highly recommend James!
James has been a saving grace in my life. His insight and wisdom is second only to his genuine care, compassion and willingness to fully understand the way I’m thinking. James comes prepared with tools, questions and well thought out advice to meet me where I’m at on any given week. He doesn’t focus on problems, but rather the tools to help me handle and or solve the problem. I deeply respect James and consider him a friend. I highly recommend him to anyone looking to improve their life by grounding it in appreciation of the present moment, compassion for others, and accepting that life is just a work in progress.
Awesome guy, best therapist I've had (out of the 4 I've had in my life). Understood my situation, talked to me about it, gave me homework, answered my questions, supported me, and helped me apply it. I grew a lot in just 4 weeks. Thanks James!
Great man. He listens and truly wants to help while still remaining relatable and east to talk too. He has helped me more than I ever new I needed.
This man has helped me out for almost a year now and he has been amazing I can't recommend someone better enough than James he she's helping me through some of my hardest times he's helping me slow through even some of my best of times but he's always been there for me and I love them for it I can't recommend him enough
James is excellent at what he does and is very detail oriented which helps drive our sessions to where they need to be.
He is great person who knows how to listen and understand my problems.
James is the best therapist I have ever encountered. His attention and presence with me is exceptional. He is a wonderful asset in my corner always supportive and helpful.
He is great listener, adds perspective and proper support and compassion during our session. I’m very grateful for all of his work!
He really seems like he has a plan and has a lot of great insight. Very relatable and seem very genuine in wanting to help.
James is phenomenal at what he does, he is very professional, nonjudgmental, understanding and is a very easy person to talk to. He listens to everything closely and thinks before he gives an answer; his guidance has improved my quality of life drastically in a short time. I’m glad I was paired with James and I would highly recommend him to anyone.
James is the best. I have never worked with someone who displayed as much knowledge, interest and attention. My sessions with him have been outstanding.
James is so great at communicating and he is very accessible, which has helped me so much already. He has given me some great ways to practice mindfulness and ease my anxiety. I look forward to more sessions.
James is great at listening and pointing out ways to improve.
Very relatable down to earth and engaging
I feel comfortable with mr. Wells
James is great!
James is really amazing. We have had a couple sessions now and not only has he opened my eyes on some of the situations in my life but has encouraged me to find a solution. Very understanding and very easy going. He is easy to talk to as well which is a must for me. I recommend him to anyone regardless of what they might be going thru.
I appreciate James guidance and advice. He is a great communicator and listener. He's always a pleasure to meet with.
I’ve had a great experience with better it’s a shame that I didn’t try it sooner.
James is amazing and takes the time to follow up with me when I’m getting caught up with work and sends me what I need to do my internal work when I am having difficulty making time for 1 on 1s. I absolutely adore and appreciate how in tune James is with my better help experience and suggest the app and him OFTEN. Cannot express enough how grateful I am to have him on my team and how much this app makes the internal work accessible and feasible for me in many ways - one of the biggest points is how feasible financially it is to have my support on hand whenever I may need. Thank you James and thank you Better help for having him. This app is great. So lucky he was my first match!
10/10 I personally feel immediate improvement after each point of contact.
James is a great therapist with a great deal of expertise. He has already helped me in the early times as him being my therapist. He listens attentively and provides feedback and questions to better help see my point of view and how I can overcome obstacles and negative thoughts.
Frequently asked questions
Does James Wells offer telehealth visits?
Yes. James Wells works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does James Wells speak?
James Wells speaks English.
How many years of experience does James Wells have?
James Wells has 10 years of experience.
Where is James Wells licensed to practice?
James Wells is licensed to practice in Florida.
Does James Wells accept clients outside of the United States?
No, James Wells does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does James Wells offer?
James Wells offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with James Wells?
James Wells can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with James Wells?
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