James Hoy, LPC

James Hoy is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with ten years of clinical experience and active licensure in Florida, Oklahoma, and Oregon. He holds additional certifications including Master Certified Addiction Counselor, Internationally Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor, National Certified Counselor, and Licensed Practitioner of the Healing Arts, credentials that reflect advanced preparation in addiction treatment, counseling, and holistic therapeutic practices.

James works with people facing addictions, relationship difficulties, career transitions, and the stress of life changes, and he also provides executive and professional coaching. His practice addresses a wide range of concerns such as spiritual issues, aging and geriatric needs, bereavement and hospice-related matters, anxiety, depression, loneliness, and challenges with social connection. He draws on both clinical training and coaching skills to create practical, personalized plans.

Known for a respectful and compassionate approach, James tailors conversations and treatment strategies to each person’s unique situation. He emphasizes helping individuals reconnect with their values and inner strengths while offering tools and perspectives from mental and spiritual health to support clearer decision making and sustained change. James aims to empower people as they take the steps toward a more balanced and fulfilling life.

Evidence-Based Approaches for Online Recovery and Growth

James combines addiction-focused counseling with coaching-oriented strategies to address both substance use and the life patterns that support recovery. Addiction-focused counseling concentrates on understanding triggers, building coping skills, and creating relapse prevention plans to support sustained change. Coaching-oriented interventions emphasize goal setting, career and leadership development, and practical steps to navigate transitions and improve daily functioning.

He also incorporates holistic mental health techniques that attend to spiritual concerns, grief, and the broader context of a person’s life, offering tools that complement clinical work. Determining the right mix of approaches is a collaborative process - James works with each person to identify goals, preferences, and practical needs, then adapts techniques to fit those priorities.

Online sessions by video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging make it easier to access consistent care around work and family schedules and from different locations within his licensure area. These options increase flexibility and help integrate therapeutic work into daily life, supporting steady progress toward personal and professional goals.