James Cady, LPC-MH

James Cady grew up in Sioux City, Iowa and built a career focused on counseling and supervision. He earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Morningside College and completed a Master of Counseling at the University of North Dakota. In the spring of 2013 he received a Specialist's Degree in Counselor Education and Supervision from the University of South Dakota, and he began a private practice in June of 2013.

Before opening his practice, he spent six years working at a community mental health center, gaining experience with diverse populations and a wide range of emotional and behavioral concerns. Over 17 years of clinical work, he has supported individuals, couples, families, and children through challenges such as stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, depression, sleep difficulties, parenting struggles, anger, self-esteem issues, ADHD, and more.

He holds the credential LPC-MH, which denotes a Licensed Professional Counselor - Mental Health, and practices in South Dakota. His approach blends evidence-informed methods to address life transitions, family dynamics, veteran and armed forces issues, and symptoms like panic, phobias, and post-traumatic stress, helping clients pursue clearer coping strategies and renewed perspective.

Approaches That Translate Well to Online Care

James Cady integrates client-centered therapy, mindfulness therapy, and motivational interviewing into his online work. Client-centered therapy emphasizes the client’s own perspective and strengths, helping people feel heard while they explore personal goals and relationship concerns. Mindfulness therapy teaches present-moment awareness and practical techniques to reduce rumination and manage anxiety or sleep difficulties. Motivational interviewing focuses on building a person’s own motivation for change, which can be especially helpful for addictions, ambivalence about life changes, and commitment to new coping strategies.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and James works collaboratively with each person to identify which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. He tailors interventions based on what resonates with the client and what produces progress over time.

Online therapy with James offers practical flexibility - sessions are available by video call or phone, and shorter contacts can take place through live chat or text-based messaging. This range of options makes it easier to maintain continuity of care, fit therapy into busy schedules, and access licensed professionals and therapists from different locations.