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James Salas, LCSW

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.

5.0 stars
Clients are very satisfied with James. View 7 reviews
Speaks English and Spanish
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Florida

Recent reviews

As a professional psychotherapist, sometimes part of our self-care is attending therapy. I could tell from the outset that James is a consummate professional with ample experience. Simply put, he's just awesome — literally a "therapist's therapist." You can't do better than him.

Reviewed November 2024

I feel very positive about the help i. have received James and I do well togerther

Reviewed September 2024

More about James

  • 14 years' experience
  • Male
  • LCSW

Hello, just a quick introduction. I am a Board Certified Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 13 years of experience. I have worked in a military mental health outpatient clinic for over 19 years. I recently retired after 24 years of military service and would like to continue serving the community. I specialized in individual, couples, and family therapy working with adults, adolescents, and children to aid in the areas of anxiety, ADHD, concentration, communication, depression, domestic violence, panic attacks, parenting, and self-esteem. I have additional training in Cognitive Processing Therapy and Prolonged Exposure Therapy to help address any trauma concerns. Thank you for taking the time to read this short introduction and I look forward to working with you.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Relationship issues Family conflicts Trauma and abuse Depression Addictions LGBT Grief Intimacy-related issues Sleeping disorders Parenting issues Anger management Self esteem Career difficulties Bipolar disorder Coping with life changes Coaching Compassion fatigue ADHD Blended family issues Codependency Communication problems Divorce and separation Domestic violence Family problems Fatherhood issues First responder issues Immigration issues Infidelity Isolation / loneliness Jealousy Veteran and Armed Forces Issues Money and financial issues Multicultural concerns Panic disorder and panic attacks Personality disorders Post-traumatic stress Prejudice and discrimination Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling) Self-harm Sexual assault and abuse Social anxiety and phobia Workplace issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy

Licenses

James Salas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1831405497.

  • LCSW · Florida · SW10770 · Expires March 2025

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 Salas

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

5.0

7 reviews

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Clients mention: Amazing Professional Comfortable Great Helped Helpful Helping Safe An amazing therapist

As a professional psychotherapist, sometimes part of our self-care is attending therapy. I could tell from the outset that James is a consummate professional with ample experience. Simply put, he's just awesome — literally a "therapist's therapist." You can't do better than him.

Reviewed November 2024

I feel very positive about the help i. have received James and I do well togerther

Reviewed September 2024

Mr. James Salas has been amazing so far. I have had him as my therapist for about a month now and he has already helped me notice quite a few of my behavioral and thought patterns. As a biological female, I have really appreciated how he has always made me feel safe and comfortable during video sessions. I am excited for what more I can discover on this journey with him :)

Reviewed June 2024

James has been so helpful in my therapy sessions. He is very good at listening and asks all the right questions. I feel that all of our conversations are very engaging and not one sided. So happy to have found him and appreciate all his efforts to reach my goals.

Reviewed May 2024

An amazing therapist who genuinely worries about the well-being of his patients.

Reviewed May 2024

James is helping a lot with struggles in my life. Primarily dealing with feeling during my divorce.

Reviewed March 2024

I have been seeing James Salas for 1 month now and can confirm that James has experience in CBT, DBT, trauma and more. I have had many therapists and am picky. James has good insight the ability to ask the important questions, holding accountable, and can handle morbid humor. I don’t typically like video therapy I am more of an in person kind of individual though this experience has been great.

Reviewed March 2024

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Frequently asked questions

Does James Salas offer telehealth visits?

Yes. James Salas 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 Salas speak?

James Salas speaks English and Spanish.

How many years of experience does James Salas have?

James Salas has 14 years of experience.

Where is James Salas licensed to practice?

James Salas is licensed to practice in Florida.

Does James Salas accept clients outside of the United States?

No, James Salas 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 Salas offer?

James Salas offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with James Salas?

James Salas 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 Salas?

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.