James Goodwin
LMFT licensed in California and North Carolina
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About
James Goodwin is an LMFT licensed in both California and North Carolina with 22 years of professional experience. He works with people facing stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, relationship and family conflicts, depression, and LGBT-related concerns. His practice also attends to a wide range of focus areas including abandonment, attachment concerns, autism and Asperger syndrome, avoidant personality, blended family dynamics, fatherhood issues, and chronic health-related challenges.
He approaches each case with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and he tailors dialog and a treatment plan to meet a person’s unique needs. Sessions are organized around the issues an individual or family brings, with attention to communication problems, codependency, control issues, and the practical realities of divorce, separation, or domestic violence when those are present.
James emphasizes collaborative work aimed at identifying priorities and next steps. He acknowledges that taking the first step toward change requires courage and positions himself as a supportive professional throughout that process, offering guidance shaped by his licensure and long-term practice.
He approaches each case with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and he tailors dialog and a treatment plan to meet a person’s unique needs. Sessions are organized around the issues an individual or family brings, with attention to communication problems, codependency, control issues, and the practical realities of divorce, separation, or domestic violence when those are present.
James emphasizes collaborative work aimed at identifying priorities and next steps. He acknowledges that taking the first step toward change requires courage and positions himself as a supportive professional throughout that process, offering guidance shaped by his licensure and long-term practice.
- Location:
- North Carolina, United States
- Years Experience:
- 22
- Gender:
- Male
- Languages Spoken:
- English
- Therapist of Color:
- No
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Depression
Other areas of experience: LGBT, Abandonment, Attachment issues, Avoidant personality, Blended family issues, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Family of origin issues, Fatherhood issues, Forgiveness, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Mood disorders, Narcissism, Phobias, Postpartum depression, Post-traumatic stress, Self-harm, Sex addiction, Sexual assault and abuse, Sexual dysfunction, Sexuality, Workplace issues
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: CA LMFT 51474, NC LMFT 2018
- NPI Number: 1457559676
- License: LMFT (North Carolina), LMFT (California)
Remote care focused on presenting concerns
This profile does not specify particular clinical approaches. Instead, James Goodwin’s remote practice centers on the problems and life areas listed in his profile: stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship and family issues, depression, and LGBT topics, along with additional focus areas such as attachment concerns, aging and geriatric issues, autism and Asperger syndrome, blended family matters, and substance-related concerns.
He tailors dialog and a treatment plan to each person’s specific situation, working collaboratively to set priorities and practical steps. That collaborative stance is intended to help individuals and families address communication problems, codependency, control issues, and other challenges noted in the profile while adapting the pacing and content of sessions to individual needs.
Remote sessions are offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. The profile also indicates he is accepting international clients. Those interested in remote work can expect scheduling and communication to be organized around these available formats.
What is James Goodwin’s professional background?
He has 22 years of professional experience and is licensed to practice as an LMFT.
What are his credentials and license details?
He holds the credential LMFT and is licensed as CA LMFT 51474 and NC LMFT 2018.
Which languages does he use in sessions?
Sessions are conducted in English according to the profile.
Where is he based?
His profile lists North Carolina as his location.
How can people work with him remotely?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging as ways to connect.
Does he accept clients outside the United States?
Yes. The profile indicates he is accepting international clients.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
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