James Osborne, LPC, LCPC

James Osborne is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor who brings a decade of focused work helping people navigate anxiety, depression, addiction, and major life transitions. He combines professional training with practical experience to create a collaborative, respectful environment where people can explore challenges and build sustainable coping skills.

Osborne holds a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and carries the credentials LPC and LCPC - Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor - reflecting his clinical licensure to practice counseling in multiple states. His background includes leadership and clinical roles within the Department of Veterans Affairs, where he supported veterans managing a range of mental health concerns, and experience teaching psychology at the university level, which informs his understanding of human development and behavior.

In clinical work he emphasizes evidence-based approaches, integrating Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help clients identify unhelpful patterns, develop practical strategies, and pursue meaningful change. He has particular experience addressing substance use and process addictions alongside issues such as stress, anger, self-esteem, and coping with life changes.

Those seeking a collaborative, skills-focused path toward greater resilience and emotional well-being can work with James Osborne to clarify goals and develop a tailored plan for progress.

Evidence-Based Techniques and Online Therapy Options

James Osborne uses proven therapeutic methods to address common struggles such as anxiety, depression, and addiction. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and adjusting unhelpful thoughts and behaviors to reduce distress and improve daily functioning. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify personal values and learn skills for accepting difficult emotions while committing to meaningful actions - this approach can be especially useful for coping with life changes and persistent worries.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. James works collaboratively with each person to assess needs, goals, and preferences, and then adapts techniques to fit the client’s situation so progress feels realistic and sustainable.

Online therapy through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging offers flexibility for busy schedules and people living outside traditional service areas. These options make it easier to maintain regular sessions, try different formats to find what works best, and access consistent support from licensed professionals regardless of location.