About James
James Foley is a licensed master social worker (LMSW) practicing in Michigan with 18 years of experience. He focuses on everyday problems like stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, and depression. He also helps people facing family and parenting challenges.
His work emphasizes practical support and steady guidance. Before moving into his current practice, he spent many years in child and family services, including over 15 years as a clinical supervisor at a three-county mental health clinic.
How James works
That background gave him a lot of experience with family systems and parenting concerns. He draws on those years when helping people untangle communication problems and blended family issues. Sessions aim to build on strengths the person already has.
He encourages people to recognize small steps that lead to bigger change. Conversations are direct but respectful, focused on clear goals and workable strategies for daily life. James commonly addresses topics like abandonment, adoption and foster care, caregiver stress, fatherhood issues, divorce and separation, and midlife transitions.
He also supports people dealing with seasonal affective disorder and other mood changes. Each plan is shaped to the person’s situation rather than using a one-size-fits-all approach. People who choose him can expect a steady, practical partner who listens and helps set realistic next steps.
He values collaboration and aims to make therapy a useful part of life rather than an added burden.
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.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Family conflicts
- Parenting issues
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Training and background
| Register | LMSW |
|---|---|
| Years in practice | 18 |
| Languages | English |
| Session format | Online: video, phone, live chat or messaging |
| Country | Michigan |
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Online support options
Approaches and how online therapy works
Many of his methods focus on practical, evidence-based techniques that help people change daily habits and cope better. One common strategy is behavioral activation, which helps people build routines and small activities that lift mood and reduce avoidance. This approach can be useful for depression and low motivation.A second frequently used approach is problem-solving work, where the therapist and client break down a specific issue into manageable steps. This helps with communication problems, parenting challenges, and family conflict by turning big problems into clearer next actions.
Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with the person about their goals, preferences, and what has or hasn’t helped before. Together they’ll try methods and adjust what’s needed to find the best fit.
Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging, which makes scheduling easier around work and family obligations. Video is useful for deeper conversations, phone works when bandwidth is limited, and text or live chat can be a quick way to check in between sessions. These options make therapy flexible and easier to use consistently.
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