- Stress and anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Life transitions
About Connie
Connie St. James is a licensed marriage and family therapist who helps people manage stress, anxiety, relationship strain, grief, career concerns, and low self-esteem. She also supports people facing life changes, anger, and feelings of emptiness. Connie writes plainly and listens closely to learn what matters to each person she meets.
She trained in psychology and marriage and family therapy and completed a 3,000-hour internship before becoming licensed in California as an LMFT. Early clinical experience included work in psychiatric, substance-abuse, and child-welfare settings, and she later ran a private practice and led hospital groups for major depression.
After many years working outside counseling, Connie returned to helping others. She draws on decades of life experience along with her earlier clinical background. That mix informs how she supports clients through relationship questions, motivation struggles, caregiver stress, body image concerns, and aging-related issues.
Her approach blends person-centered listening with cognitive and behavioral strategies. Sessions focus on the story each person brings - what is working, what is not, and clear goals for change. Connie asks questions to clarify and gently challenges thoughts or habits that get in the way.
Work with her emphasizes practical steps and clearer thinking. Together clients identify feelings and behaviors, try small changes, and track progress. When goals shift, clients choose the timing and path for ending therapy.
How evidence-based approaches translate to online work
Connie draws on person-centered, cognitive, and behavioral ideas to guide her work. Person-centered work means the conversation starts with the client's story and priorities, and the therapist listens with patience and warmth to understand what matters most. Cognitive techniques look at unhelpful thoughts and test alternatives to reduce anxiety and self-criticism. Behavioral ideas focus on small, doable actions - experiments you can try between sessions to change routines or reactions.Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the process. Connie will collaborate with each person to decide which techniques fit their goals and comfort level. The plan can change over time as goals shift and new challenges appear.
Confirm the current session formats before booking, as specific options are not listed here. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life by removing travel time and allowing check-ins during breaks or between obligations. It can also support steady progress through brief focused work, homework between sessions, and a regular meeting rhythm that keeps goals on track.
Areas of focus
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems can Connie help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, self-esteem, grief, anger, career questions, and depression. Additional areas include caregiver stress, body image, codependency, and life purpose.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
She uses a person-centered stance combined with cognitive and behavioral techniques. Conversations focus on feelings, thoughts, and behaviors to find practical next steps.
What is her professional background?
Connie completed a bachelor’s in psychology and a master’s in marriage, family, and child therapy, followed by a 3,000-hour internship and state licensure. She has experience in hospital groups and private practice.
Where is she licensed and based?
She holds a California LMFT license and lists California as her location.
What languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English only.
Can people outside the United States work with her?
She is not currently accepting international clients.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin a therapy relationship?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.