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James Thompson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, EdS, NCC, LPC (he, him)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
Birmingham, AL 35242
Let's Connect (205) 927-4836
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I come from a long career in music and arts, work in an education setting for 3.5 years with neurodivergent students, and I am now a full time Psychotherapist that has been practicing sense March of 2021.
I am here to be helpful to the communities around me. It is the reason I am so driven to be a counselor. I strive to be a resource for those who need it. If I cannot help you, I am happy to help you find someone that can.
Take the first step to help. Call or Email James Thompson now - (205) 927-4836
Let's Connect (205) 927-4836
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $175
- Pay by American Express, Cash, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Insurance
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- New Directions | Lucet
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
Email me or call with questions - (205) 927-4836
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James Thompson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, EdS, NCC, LPC
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Alabama / 04920 James Thompson
- In Practice for 3 Years
- Degree/Diploma from University of Alabama at Birmingham Bachelors of Science in Psychology / 2017
- Degree/Diploma from Auburn University at Montgomery Ed.S. / 2023
- Attended University of West Alabama, Masters of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Graduated 2021
Specialties and Expertise
Expertise
- Anxiety
- Body Positivity
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- LGBTQ+
- Relationship Issues
- Stress
Client Focus
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Art Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Culturally Sensitive
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- Expressive Arts
- Integrative
- Jungian
- Psychoanalytic
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
Location
Nearby Areas
Take the first step to help. Call now - (205) 927-4836
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James Thompson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, EdS, NCC, LPC