Therapist profile
James McFeely , LPC
Virginia
Licensed Professional Counselor - Relationships and Anxiety
Continue with JamesWhere James stands
- Credentials
- LPC
- License
- LPC, Virginia / 0701014814
- NPI
- 1205521945
- Experience
- 3 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- Virginia
About
- Stress and anxiety
- Codependency focus
- Behavioral skills
About James
James McFeely is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Virginia with three years of clinical experience. He works with adults and adolescents who are dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, low self‑esteem, and major life changes. He also addresses concerns such as codependency and issues that stem from family of origin, attachment, or abandonment.
In sessions he focuses on practical steps people can use right away. He listens to how daily routines, worrying, and people-pleasing get in the way of feeling in control. Conversations include spotting unhelpful patterns, trying small behavior changes, and practicing clearer communication when relationships feel strained.
He often sees people who are navigating substance problems, chronic illness, or personality-related challenges that make relationships and work harder. Sessions look at how long-standing patterns started and what keeps them going now. He helps clients break those cycles into manageable pieces so change feels possible.
James uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to guide the work. He aims to help clients build skills they can use outside the session, such as grounding, thought management, and boundary practice. Progress is paced to each person’s needs and daily life demands.
People meet him for short-term plans to handle a crisis and for longer-term work on patterns that repeat across relationships. He offers sessions in English and accepts international clients; confirm current session options before booking.
How sessions work
Evidence-based approaches and online work
James uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques in straightforward ways. One common approach focuses on skill building for anxiety and mood management, teaching techniques to recognize and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. This helps people who get stuck in worry, rumination, or withdrawal.Another approach targets relationship patterns and codependency behaviors by identifying repetitive interaction styles and practicing boundary and communication skills. This work looks at how past attachment experiences shape current responses and offers concrete ways to try different actions in relationships.
Finding the right approach is part of the process and happens together. The therapist and client review what is and isn’t working, set short-term goals, and try methods that match the person’s needs and preferences. Adjustments are made as progress is reviewed so the plan fits daily life.
The original profile does not list specific online session formats, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when time is limited, or avoid travel. Many people find it helpful to work with a licensed professional this way while balancing work, health, and family commitments.
Areas of focus
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Additional focus areas
Experience
3+ years
Listed in
Virginia
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, low self‑esteem, and coping with life changes. He also addresses codependency and related family of origin issues.
What is his therapeutic style?
He uses practical, evidence-based techniques and focuses on small behavior changes. Sessions emphasize skills people can apply in everyday life.
How much experience does he have?
He has three years of experience as a clinician working with adolescents and adults. That work includes mood, anxiety, addiction, and personality-related concerns.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Virginia. The LPC credential is used as provided.
Which languages are offered and can international clients connect?
Sessions are offered in English. He does accept international clients; confirm any scheduling details before booking.
What session formats are available?
The original biography did not specify session formats. Please confirm current session options before scheduling a first appointment.
How does payment work and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing depends on the chosen subscription and location.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session. That starts the intake and planning process.
Details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. A license can be checked with the state board.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are not safe at home, use the crisis and helpline numbers.