- Years in practice
- 13
- Credentials
- LMHC
- Licensed in
- Florida
- Languages
- English
- Focus
- Stress, Anxiety
- Focus
- Addictions
- Focus
- Anger management
About James
James Malone is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) based in Florida. He focuses on helping people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, addiction, anger, low self-esteem, depression, relationship and family strains, trauma, grief, parenting concerns, and other life changes. He uses straightforward, practical methods in sessions.
James draws primarily from client-centered care, cognitive behavioral strategies, and acceptance and commitment ideas. He also integrates mindfulness and existential perspectives when they fit a person's needs.
Background and approach
James has worked in mental health and addictions since 2012 and brings 13 years of experience to his practice. That experience includes supporting people facing substance use challenges, PTSD and trauma, mood concerns such as bipolar disorder, and difficulties tied to family of origin and fatherhood issues.
In sessions he focuses on helping people identify patterns that get in the way, build coping skills, and move toward choices that match their values. He also supports clients who want to explore spiritual beliefs as part of their healing and growth. People who meet with James can expect a collaborative, flexible approach.
He adapts tools to each person's situation and emphasizes clear, practical steps alongside deeper reflection. The goal is to help clients feel more capable of handling stressors and making meaningful change.
What James works with
Everything James lists, in the therapist's own terms. Parenting is the reason this directory exists; the rest shows what else James helps people with.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Addictions
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Trauma and abuse
- Grief
- Intimacy-related issues
- Parenting issues
- Career difficulties
- Bipolar disorder
- Coping with life changes
- Compassion fatigue
- ADHD
- Abandonment
- Attachment issues
- Codependency
- Commitment issues
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Divorce and separation
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Emptiness
- Family of origin issues
- Family problems
- Fatherhood issues
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Impulsivity
- Infidelity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Jealousy
- Life purpose
- Men's issues
- Midlife crisis
- Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
- Money and financial issues
- Mood disorders
- Narcissism
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Paranoia
- Personality disorders
- Post-traumatic stress
- Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
- Sex addiction
- Social anxiety and phobia
Approaches James lists
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Existential Therapy
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist names and does not check training records.
How his approaches translate to online therapy
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and focus on actions that matter to them. It is useful for anxiety, depression, and making changes that align with personal values. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors connect and teaches concrete skills to reduce distress and change patterns. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a supportive, nonjudgmental space where the person sets the pace and goals, which can help with self-esteem, grief, and relationship concerns.Finding the right mix of these approaches is part of the work. James will talk with each person about goals and preferences and then adapt methods together. That collaborative process helps decide whether ACT, CBT, client-centered listening, or a combination will be most helpful for the issues at hand.
Online therapy with video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging makes it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules. Video sessions allow face-to-face conversation, phone calls can work when bandwidth is limited, short live chats or texts are useful for quick check-ins, and messaging can support ongoing reflection between sessions. These options increase flexibility and help people stay consistent with treatment while managing day-to-day responsibilities.
Questions people ask about James
What kinds of concerns does James help with?
He supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, anger, relationship and family problems, trauma, grief, parenting concerns, ADHD, and related issues.
What is his therapeutic style like?
His style is collaborative and practical, blending client-centered listening with cognitive behavioral and acceptance-oriented strategies to build skills and clarify values.
How much experience does he have?
He has worked in mental health and addictions since 2012, which totals 13 years of experience supporting a wide range of concerns.
What credentials and location are listed?
He is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) licensed in Florida and practices with that credential in the state.
Which languages and international work are supported?
Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging for online work.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, fill out a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.
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