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LMFT James Birks

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

Mental health conditions are real, common and treatable.

And recovery is possible.

James Birks is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

More about me

Licensing: LMFT Years in Practice: 6 State: California

You have come to the right place! My Name is James Birks (pronouns: he, him) I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the State of California. I am a Southern California native and completed my Bachelors of Psychology at the University of California Los Angeles (UCLA) and my Masters of Marriage and Family Therapy at the University of Southern California (USC). I completed my extensive clinical training at the Los Angeles LGBT Center and several other community based organizations. I have experience working with individuals, couples and families regarding depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship/marriage dynamics and career concerns.

Taking the first step to get help can be hard which is why I make it my mission to create a non-judgmental and supportive environment and focus on building a caring and empathetic relationships with each one of my clients. I will encourage you to be honest and vulnerable so that you may move toward being your most authentic self. Together we will create a unique and individual plan that will address your specific goals as well as building your knowledge and skills to provide conflict resolution and symptom relief.

Embarking on a therapeutic journey takes work and commitment and if you are willing to put in the work I am committed to helping you succeed.

About online counseling

Online counseling allows you to receive care from an online 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.

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Issues
Stress Anxiety LGBT Relationship issues Depression Addictions Family conflicts Trauma and abuse Grief Intimacy-related issues Parenting issues Anger management Self esteem Career difficulties Bipolar disorder
Languages Spoken
English

Services offered

Professional, confidential, and judgment-free

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Reviews for James Birks

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He is amazing

Apr 22, 2018

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James rocks. He truly reads and listens to my ramblings. Into his response he incorporates thought out suggestions, resources and positive feedback. James and BetterHelp is a good thing.

K.A.·Sep 14, 2018

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I am very grateful that I found out about BetterHelp and my counselor as well. My counselor is very understanding and responds to everything I have to say. Would strongly recommend to everyone who needs counseling.

W.E.·Apr 28, 2018

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I love the ability to send a message when I’m thinking about it instead of having to wait for an appointment and forgetting about what I wanted to talk about. Then getting a response is wonderful.

D.A.·Apr 28, 2018

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Really understanding, friendly and compassionate.

M.A.·Apr 23, 2018

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James is punctual, insightful, and thoughtful. He is sincere and addresses my concerns. He provides helpful resources and reading material related to my concerns. I would recommend him to anyone looking for professional help with managing anxiety and depression.

P.E.·Apr 23, 2018

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I am grateful to have James as my therapist. He is competent, understanding, supportive, and everything I think a good therapist needs to be. I feel safe, heard, and uplifted when I open up to him.

R.O.·Apr 23, 2018

Benefits

Affordable, convenient, and accessible, James Birks offers counseling online

  • 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.