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James White, LPC

DBT-informed Licensed Professional Counselor in Alabama
  • DBT skills for emotions
  • Practical coping strategies
  • Experience with addictions

About James White

James White is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Alabama with 15 years of experience helping adults navigate intense emotions and life transitions. He is known for a DBT-informed approach - drawing on dialectical behavior therapy skills to provide concrete tools that improve emotional awareness, regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness.

James applies DBT techniques to support people facing depressive disorders, panic and anxiety, post-traumatic stress, personality disorders, and challenges with addictions. He also works with concerns related to relationships, family dynamics, grief, intimacy, sleep difficulties, anger, self-esteem, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and caregiver or first responder stress. Additional focus areas include attachment issues, codependency, commitment questions, polyamory and non-monogamous relationship dynamics, HIV/AIDS counseling, hospice and end-of-life support, and personality disorder treatment.

He integrates complementary approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, mindfulness practices, and motivational interviewing to tailor care to each person’s needs. James helps clients identify clear goals and practical steps so they can move beyond current difficulties and toward a more manageable, hopeful next chapter in life.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsDepression

Also Specializes In

LGBTTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersAnger managementSelf esteemBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

Attachment issuesCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesFirst responder issuesHIV / AIDSHospice and end-of-life counselingPersonality disordersPolyamory / non-monogamous relationships

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does James White have?

James White has 15 years of experience as a therapist.

Is James White a licensed therapist?

Yes. He holds the LPC credential. LPC stands for Licensed Professional Counselor. License details: AL LPC 3479.

In which languages does James White provide therapy?

James White provides therapy in English.

Where is James White located?

James White is located in Alabama.

How can I work with James White as my therapist?

You can work with James White through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does James White work with international clients?

Yes, James White works with international clients.

How much does therapy with James White cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

DBT, CBT, and Mindfulness for Online Care



Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) focuses on teaching specific skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and staying present. It is often used for intense mood swings, self-harm urges, relationship instability, and related challenges. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps people identify and change unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors; it is effective for anxiety, depression, and many stress-related concerns by building practical coping strategies. Mindfulness therapy emphasizes present-moment awareness and nonjudgmental attention to thoughts and sensations; it supports stress reduction, improved focus, and better emotional balance.

Finding the right combination of approaches is part of the therapeutic process. James uses a collaborative method - working with each person to determine which techniques and priorities fit their needs, goals, and preferences so treatment feels practical and personalized.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life changes, and access licensed professionals from different locations while still receiving structured, skills-based care.

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