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James Dinh, LCSW, LICSW

Practical, values-based therapy for identity and trauma

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About James

James Dinh is a clinical social worker who blends practical techniques with a person-centered approach. James holds LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) in Texas and LICSW (Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker) in Washington and has nine years of experience. They uses everyday language and clear steps in sessions to help people make change.

James focuses on trauma, anxiety, depression, and stress. They also help with identity questions related to gender and sexuality, relationship and intimacy issues, grief, and career concerns.

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How James works

Additional areas of focus include autism and Asperger syndrome, OCD and panic, polyamory and alternative relationship structures, and challenges tied to prejudice and multicultural concerns. The counseling style adapts to each person. Sessions mix client-centered listening with practical skills from cognitive behavioral and acceptance-based approaches.

For trauma work, James offers EMDR as one option some people choose to process painful memories. In a typical session, James will create space to talk through what matters most. They help set small, concrete goals and teach tools for handling overwhelming feelings and difficult situations.

Work often includes mindfulness exercises, values-based planning, and skill practice between sessions. James aims to make therapy direct and relatable. They invites curiosity and collaboration so each person can find approaches that fit their life and move toward goals at a steady pace.

James lists 9 ways of working on the entry:

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What James works with

The areas below are the ones James selected when setting up a profile. The first few are listed as the main focus; the rest are also named.

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Training and background

Registers LCSW, LICSW
Years in practice 9
Languages English
Session format Online: video, phone, live chat or messaging
Country Texas

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Online support options

Online approaches that fit your needs

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people clarify their values and take small actions that line up with what matters. It focuses less on eliminating feelings and more on creating a meaningful life while learning new ways to respond to difficult thoughts and emotions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on practical skill building to change unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors, which can reduce anxiety, depression, and panic symptoms through homework and step-by-step practice. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing is an approach some people choose for trauma work; it involves processing difficult memories with guided techniques to reduce their emotional intensity.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. James will talk with each person about goals, preferences, and past experiences and then suggest a mix of methods to try. Together they check what helps and adjust the plan over time so therapy stays useful and relevant.

Online sessions offer flexibility to fit therapy into a busy life. Video calls let people work face to face without travel, phone sessions can be a good shorter option or when bandwidth is limited, and live chat or text messaging supports brief check-ins or ongoing support between sessions. These options make it easier to keep therapy consistent around work, caregiving, and daily routines while accessing licensed professionals from where you are.

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Common questions

What concerns does James address?
James helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, relationship and intimacy issues, grief, bipolar and mood disorders, and career concerns. Additional focuses include autism and Asperger syndrome, OCD and panic, polyamory and non-monogamous relationships, and multicultural or prejudice-related challenges.
What is James' therapy style?
James combines client-centered listening with practical approaches like cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and EMDR when appropriate. Sessions typically include space to process feelings plus concrete skills and values-based planning.
How much experience does James have?
James has nine years of clinical experience working with a range of concerns, with a particular interest in trauma, gender, sexuality, and identity-related work.
What credentials and regions apply?
James holds LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) in Texas and LICSW (Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker) in Washington and practices from Texas.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
Sessions can be conducted as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different needs and schedules.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin therapy?
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