- 20 years experience
- Practical therapy focus
- Works with grief
About James
Dr. James Geidner brings more than 20 years of clinical experience to his work in Michigan. He blends a background in psychiatric rehabilitation, child treatment centers, university settings, and private practice to support people facing stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, relationship strain, and money and financial issues. He is listed as LCPC, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, and LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor.
He works in a straightforward, practical way. Sessions focus on what is happening now and what the person wants to change. Dr. Geidner listens for patterns that keep problems repeating. Then he helps people test new ways of handling difficult moments and relationships.
His past roles include clinical supervision at hospitals and universities and a professor of health and counseling. That mix of teaching, supervision, and hands-on clinical work informs how he structures sessions. He draws on different methods to match each person's needs instead of using the same plan for everyone.
Common issues addressed include trauma and abuse, parenting strain, grief, intimacy problems, sleep troubles, anger, self-esteem, career stress, ADHD, and coping with life changes. He also works with concerns such as abandonment, attachment difficulties, blended family challenges, and communication problems.
People can expect a collaborative process where goals are set together. Treatment choices may include practical skills, talking through relationship patterns, and looking at personal stories that shape current behavior. The emphasis is on clear steps and real-world changes that fit daily life.
How therapeutic approaches shape online work
Attachment-Based Therapy looks at patterns in close relationships and how early bonds affect how people relate now. It can help with attachment issues, abandonment concerns, and difficulties forming trust. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on the person's experience in the moment. The therapist follows the client's lead, offers empathy, and helps the person find their own answers for issues like self-esteem, career decisions, and relationship struggles. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, targets unhelpful thoughts and behaviors with practical tools and experiments. It is often used for anxiety, depression, sleep problems, and managing impulsive or addictive behaviors.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. That can mean combining approaches over time and adjusting based on what helps most.
Confirm the available session options before booking because formats were not specified in the biography. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life by removing travel time, allowing shorter check-ins when needed, and offering options that reduce time away from work or caregiving. Licensed professionals can use these conveniences to focus on practical strategies, relationship patterns, and skills practice that carry over into day-to-day routines.
Areas of focus
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does this therapist support?
He works with a wide range of issues including stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, trauma and abuse, relationship and intimacy-related issues, parenting strain, grief, sleep problems, ADHD, and money and financial issues.
What is the therapeutic style like?
The approach is collaborative and practical, focusing on current problems and clear goals. Sessions mix skill-building, pattern-spotting in relationships, and exploring personal stories to create change.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 20 years of clinical experience in settings such as psychiatric rehabilitation, child treatment centers, universities, and private practice.
What credentials and location are listed?
He holds LCPC (Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor) and LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) credentials and practices in Michigan.
Which languages and international clients are supported?
Sessions are offered in English, and he accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not specify session formats, so confirm current session options before booking to know which formats are offered.
How are fees and billing handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with this therapist?
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