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James (Jim) Wells, LPC

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 15 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Texas

Recent reviews

Jim has been very helpful for me. We have completed 3 sessions so far and it has been eye-opening to see what I truly needed help with. What I truly needed to acknowledge that I wasn’t able to without Jim’s help. He is experience and very helpful. I am grateful for him

Reviewed December 2024

Jim is amazing. He tells me what I need to hear and asks questions that help me to fully accept where I'm at with things, even if it's that I'm not ready to tackle something yet. He uses techniques to help me fully experience my feelings, that it's okay to grieve, and that I don't have to stop myself from grieving to be strong for everyone else. I can grieve and still be strong. It's OK to be vulnerable and to have these moments as long as I don't stay too long.

Reviewed December 2024

More about James

  • 35 years' experience
  • Male
  • LPC

I am licensed in the state of Texas with 35 years of professional experience as a therapist and sometimes a supervisor. I have experience in helping clients in coping with depression, grief and loss, and intimacy related issues. I use Gestalt therapy to help you focus on the here-and-now and improve your awareness of issues that are interfering with your happiness and to hopefully free you from any blocks that interfere with your happiness. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will work with you to create a treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Specialties

Addictions Grief Intimacy-related issues Bipolar disorder Depression Stress Anxiety Relationship issues Family conflicts Trauma and abuse Eating disorders Anger management Coping with life changes Aging and geriatric issues Hospice and end-of-life counseling Infidelity

Treatment Approaches

  • Existential Therapy

Licenses

James (Jim) Wells's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1629758990.

  • LPC · Texas · 5677 · Expires September 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 allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.

Reviews for James (Jim) Wells

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

4.5

15 reviews

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Jim has been very helpful for me. We have completed 3 sessions so far and it has been eye-opening to see what I truly needed help with. What I truly needed to acknowledge that I wasn’t able to without Jim’s help. He is experience and very helpful. I am grateful for him

Reviewed December 2024

Jim is amazing. He tells me what I need to hear and asks questions that help me to fully accept where I'm at with things, even if it's that I'm not ready to tackle something yet. He uses techniques to help me fully experience my feelings, that it's okay to grieve, and that I don't have to stop myself from grieving to be strong for everyone else. I can grieve and still be strong. It's OK to be vulnerable and to have these moments as long as I don't stay too long.

Reviewed December 2024

Jim Wells is an excellent therapist. He helped me identify issues I didn't even know were bothering me. In a span of three months, he has helped me become a different, better person who is more confident, nurturing, and no longer suffers from anxiety.

Reviewed December 2024

I’ve only had one session but it was quite helpful. Jim seemed to really listen and have a genuine interest in helping me.

Reviewed December 2024

Excellent

Reviewed November 2024

Jim is a down to earth therapist and is great at what he does.

Reviewed November 2024

I would recommend Jim Wells. I have had more success with Jim than any other therapist I have worked with in the past.

Reviewed September 2024

I believe that Jim Wells as a therapist has been able to do something critical for my mental health which is read my body cues to help him facilitate the therapy session to where it needs to go. He is able to discern the underlying issues that need to be addressed. I would not have raised them without his expert guidance because I was trying to hide them away. Jim Wells is an expert that can really help many suffering people trying to hide or avoid the issues very similar like I was. The reality is that this takes work and Jim Wells helps you tap into those places you may not want to go at alone.

Reviewed August 2024

Jim got me to cry the big deep ugly tears of grief. He cracked open my hard covered shell of feelings. I’m grateful for his kindness and support during this period of heavy grief I’m going through.

Reviewed August 2024

Jim has been a great therapist! He keeps me honest but also has great insights. Definitely recommend him!

Reviewed June 2024

I am really enjoying my time with Dr. Wells.

Reviewed April 2024

I have only met with Jim twice, but have been thoroughly impressed by his expertise and empathy. I look forward to continuing to work with him and have no hesitation in recommending him.

Reviewed March 2024

Excellent therapist! Very kind and helpful.

Reviewed January 2024

So far, James has been great. I would recommend him freely to anyone I know.

Reviewed January 2024

Jim is amazing. He's very relatable and helps me to laser in on the core of the issues and gives me things to do between sessions that genuinely help.

Reviewed December 2023

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Frequently asked questions

Does James (Jim) Wells offer telehealth visits?

Yes. James (Jim) 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 (Jim) Wells speak?

James (Jim) Wells speaks English.

How many years of experience does James (Jim) Wells have?

James (Jim) Wells has 35 years of experience.

Where is James (Jim) Wells licensed to practice?

James (Jim) Wells is licensed to practice in Texas.

Does James (Jim) Wells accept clients outside of the United States?

No, James (Jim) 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 (Jim) Wells offer?

James (Jim) Wells offers clients Existential Therapy.

How can I communicate with James (Jim) Wells?

James (Jim) 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 (Jim) Wells?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.