Wonderful !
James Engen, LMFT
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
James is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 4.5 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with James. View 3 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Minnesota
Recent reviews
James is a kind and caring man of God! He’s very supportive and genuinely cares for our concerns! He feels more like a great friend than our therapist, and we wholeheartedly would recommend him and his expertise to anyone!
More about James
- 11 years' experience
- Male
- LMFT
I am a licensed Marriage and Family therapist with over 14 years of experience.
I approach therapy from a Narrative Neuro-experiential viewpoint. You are not the issue – issues are getting in the way of you attaining your goals and your full life potential. All of us reflect where we have come from and that reflection is not necessarily where we want to end up. As you are able to see in my profile, I am trained in many modalities and we as a team will determine jointly what methods are employed to meet your needs and goals.
I also have a wide range of career experience - I have been a professional truck mechanic, a management assistant to the CFO of a large urban school district, a therapist to homeless individuals/families, and I have been in private practice helping individuals develop into who they want to be. My goal is to help you maximize your potential and capitalize on your strengths.
Specialties
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Self esteem
Stress
Anxiety
Addictions
Relationship issues
Eating disorders
Parenting issues
Anger management
Career difficulties
Bipolar disorder
Depression
Coping with life changes
Coaching
Compassion fatigue
ADHD
Abandonment
Attachment issues
Avoidant personality
Body image
Caregiver issues and stress
Chronic pain, illness, and disability
Co-morbidity
Codependency
Control issues
Dependent personality
Dissociation
Divorce and separation
Drug and alcohol addiction
Emptiness
Family problems
Fatherhood issues
First responder issues
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Hoarding
Infidelity
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Life purpose
Men's issues
Midlife crisis
Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
Money and financial issues
Mood disorders
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Paranoia
Personality disorders
Phobias
Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
Postpartum depression
Post-traumatic stress
Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
Self-harm
Self-love
Sex addiction
Sexual assault and abuse
Smoking / vaping cessation
Social anxiety and phobia
Workplace issues
Young adult issues
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Existential Therapy
- Hypnotherapy
- Narrative Therapy
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
- Internal Family Systems
Licenses
James Engen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1154061679.
- LMFT · Minnesota · 2099 · Expires December 2024
About online counseling
- 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.
Online counseling allows you to receive care from a 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.
Reviews for James Engen
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Wonderful !
James is a kind and caring man of God! He’s very supportive and genuinely cares for our concerns! He feels more like a great friend than our therapist, and we wholeheartedly would recommend him and his expertise to anyone!
James is an empathetic listener and offers practical suggestions.
Frequently asked questions
Does James Engen offer telehealth visits?
Yes. James Engen works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does James Engen speak?
James Engen speaks English.
How many years of experience does James Engen have?
James Engen has 11 years of experience.
Where is James Engen licensed to practice?
James Engen is licensed to practice in Minnesota.
Does James Engen accept clients outside of the United States?
No, James Engen does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does James Engen offer?
James Engen offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Existential Therapy, Hypnotherapy, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, and Internal Family Systems.
How can I communicate with James Engen?
James Engen can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with James Engen?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.