- Stress and anxiety
- Guilt and shame
- Anger management
About James
James Quillen is an Ohio-licensed independent social worker (LISW) with six years of practice. He works with adults carrying stress, anxiety, anger, low self-esteem, depression, and the strain of life changes. He also focuses on guilt and shame, communication problems, forgiveness, and feelings of isolation.
James treats people as the experts on their own lives. He listens for strengths and practical options. Sessions are conversational and direct, with attention to what feels manageable in day-to-day life.
In the room he breaks down big problems into concrete steps. He helps people notice patterns that keep them stuck and try small changes to test new ways of coping. Conversations may include exploring how guilt or shame show up, and what small experiments might reduce their hold.
He pays attention to practical concerns like motivation, money stress, and relationships affected by anger or avoidance. Panic symptoms and social anxiety are addressed with short, focused strategies to reduce immediate distress while building longer-term coping skills.
James encourages people to name what matters and set realistic goals. He supports progress by checking what works and adjusting plans. To begin, he asks people to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session so they can see how the fit feels.
How therapeutic approaches are used in online sessions
James works with evidence-based therapeutic techniques focused on clear, practical steps. One common approach is brief skills work that teaches specific ways to manage anxiety, panic, or anger in the moment. These skills are practiced between sessions to test if they help in daily life. Another approach is gentle cognitive work that looks at thoughts tied to guilt or shame and tries small experiments to shift unhelpful patterns. That helps people see what changes feel possible and which do not.Figuring out the right approach is part of the process. The therapist and client decide together which techniques to try first based on goals, symptoms, and what feels realistic. Sessions are collaborative, with regular checks on what is helping and what should be adjusted.
Confirm current session options before booking, since formats are not listed here. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, cut travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It also makes it simpler to continue with therapy across routine disruptions. Ask about session length and format when scheduling so plans match day-to-day life.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
6+ years
Listed in
Ohio
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he focus on?
He works with stress, anxiety, anger, low self-esteem, depression, and life changes. Additional focus areas include guilt and shame, communication problems, and isolation.
How does he approach guilt and shame?
He treats guilt and shame as feelings to understand and test gently. Sessions look at when those feelings arise and try small changes to reduce their influence.
What is his professional background?
He has six years of professional experience and practices as an LISW. That reflects his clinical work with adults on mood and coping issues.
Where is he licensed to practice?
He is licensed as an LISW in Ohio.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started?
Choose the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger or thinking about harming yourself, use the crisis numbers.