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Deborah Grant-James, LPC

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through Brightside Health

At a glance

Deborah is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, Brightside Health.

Great news, Deborah is accepting new clients!
She is normally fully-booked.
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Georgia, North Carolina, and 1 more

More about Deborah

  • More than 20 years' experience
  • Female
  • LPC

Deborah Grant-James, LPC is a licensed professional counselor with more than 25 years of experience supporting adults through life’s challenges. She specializes in helping clients navigate depression, anxiety, substance use, trauma, grief, self-esteem concerns, and major life transitions. Deborah’s approach is empathetic, direct, and grounded in evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Motivational Interviewing (MI). By helping clients recognize the connections between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, she empowers them to break free from unhelpful patterns and create healthier ways of living.

Deborah’s therapeutic style is solution-focused, supportive, and deeply compassionate. She enjoys building on each client’s strengths while offering both guidance and challenge to foster lasting growth. With a career spanning outpatient care, higher education, state and federal agencies, and private practice, she brings depth and versatility to her work with diverse populations. Outside of her practice, Deborah finds joy in spending time with family and friends, as well as sharing quiet moments with her cat. She is dedicated to helping individuals feel seen, supported, and encouraged on their journey toward greater well-being.

Brightside Health is a fully online mental health practice providing life-changing care for anxiety, depression, and related conditions through personalized Psychiatry and Therapy services available to all 50 states. Named the "best online psychiatry service" for 4 years in a row by such publications as Forbes, Healthline, Yahoo, VeryWellMind and Everyday Health among others.

Specialties

Anxiety Depression Individual Therapy Social Anxiety Panic Attack Insomnia Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) Mental Health Problem Crisis Intervention Suicide Prevention ADD/ADHD Substance Use Disorder Addiction Alcoholism Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD) Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Postpartum Depression Bipolar Disorder/Manic Depression Trauma Phobias

Treatment Approaches

  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
  • Compassion Focused
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Interpersonal
  • Intervention
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Person-Centered
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused

Licenses

Deborah Grant-James's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1104853530.

  • LPC · Georgia
  • LPC · North Carolina
  • LPC · South Carolina

About online healthcare

Affordable.
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Convenient.
Get the care you need, when and where it works for you.
Available now.
No waiting lists. No phone calls. Just complete a short online assessment and get treatment in as little as 48 hours.

Brightside makes it easy to get professional help through secure video sessions, messaging, and personalized care plans. It’s ideal for people who want effective treatment without the hassle of commuting or scheduling delays. Starting at $95 per month, Brightside is typically far more affordable than traditional in-person care. Clinical studies show that Brightside’s evidence-based approach delivers real results: Most members see significant improvement within 12 weeks, many achieving full remission.

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Frequently asked questions

Does Deborah Grant-James offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Deborah Grant-James 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 Deborah Grant-James speak?

Deborah Grant-James speaks English.

How many years of experience does Deborah Grant-James have?

Deborah Grant-James has more than 20 years of experience.

Where is Deborah Grant-James licensed to practice?

Deborah Grant-James is licensed to practice in Georgia, North Carolina, and South Carolina.

Does Deborah Grant-James accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Deborah Grant-James 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 [a major teletherapy service] experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Deborah Grant-James offer?

Deborah Grant-James offers clients Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Psychodynamic Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Client-Centered Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Deborah Grant-James?

Deborah Grant-James 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 Deborah Grant-James?

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.