LICSW
James Campbell, LICSW
- Experience10 years
- LocationDistrict of Columbia
- Focus areasADHD, Stress and Anxiety, and Family
- Therapy approachesCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Mindfulness Therapy
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About James
James Campbell is a licensed clinical social worker with a decade of post-licensure practice focused on a broad range of emotional and behavioral concerns, including stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, addictions, and ADHD.
Background and approach
He brings attention to relationship and intimacy challenges, self-esteem and anger issues, and life transitions while also addressing concerns such as communication problems, gender dysphoria, HIV/AIDS-related issues, and obsessive-compulsive tendencies. His work reflects an emphasis on both symptom relief and practical coping skills.
Drawing on multiple evidence-informed methods, James blends cognitive and mindfulness-based techniques with motivational and solution-focused strategies to meet each client where they are. His approach is collaborative and goal-oriented, aiming to help clients build skills for daily challenges and larger life changes.
James holds a LICSW in the District of Columbia and has a lengthy history in public and community mental health settings, which informs a pragmatic, systems-aware perspective.
Based in the District of Columbia, he offers remote session formats to expand access and supports clients dealing with a wide span of concerns including LGBT matters, bipolar disorder, compassion fatigue, and coaching around career and family roles. He presents workshops and fatherhood initiatives and uses his clinical and administrative background to shape practical, strengths-based interventions.
Approaches That Translate Well to Online Care
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps clients identify and change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns; it is commonly used for anxiety, depression, anger, obsessions, and many stress-related problems. Mindfulness Therapy teaches present-moment awareness and acceptance skills that can reduce reactivity and improve emotional regulation for trauma, grief, and everyday stressors. Motivational Interviewing focuses on enhancing a person’s own reasons for change through guided conversation and is useful for addictions, ambivalence about goals, and making life adjustments.
Determining the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist works with each client to assess needs, goals, and preferences and then adapts methods over time. Sessions may blend elements from different approaches so treatment matches what is most helpful for the individual’s situation.
Online formats - including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging - offer flexibility for people juggling work, caregiving, or mobility limits. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care, try different session rhythms, and access support from the District of Columbia without travel. Licensed professionals can use these formats to deliver structured interventions, skill practice, and ongoing coaching in ways that fit a client’s daily life.
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Experience
10+ years
Licensed
District of Columbia
Languages
English
What James can help with
James Campbell works with clients on stress and anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, and depression.
James spent 23 years working with children and families at Child and Family Service Agency in the District of Columbia.
How James approaches therapy
James's clinical approaches include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
Experience and training
James is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker practicing in District of Columbia, with 10 years of clinical experience.