James Malone, LMHC

James Malone is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) practicing in Florida. He helps people facing stress, anxiety, addictions, depression, anger, relationship and family problems, grief, parenting strains, ADHD, and other life transitions. He works with adults who want practical steps to feel and function better.

James draws on straightforward, people-focused methods in sessions. He uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Client-Centered techniques, existential ideas, and mindfulness practices to tailor support. Conversations focus on goals, small changes, and skills people can use between sessions.

He has been counseling since 2012 and holds a master’s degree in counseling and psychology from Troy University. Over more than a decade he has worked in a variety of clinical settings with clients facing substance use and co-occurring concerns, PTSD and trauma, obsessive-compulsive features, and mood or stress-related problems.

James aims to help people heal, build energy, and move toward clearer thinking and action. He also welcomes discussions about spiritual beliefs when that matters to a person’s growth. His style is practical, adaptable, and centered on each person’s needs.

People who reach out can expect sessions that balance listening with active tools for coping. The work is collaborative and paced to what each person is ready to try next.

Approaches that translate well to online care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify what matters most and take small committed steps toward those values while learning to live with difficult thoughts and feelings. It is often useful for anxiety, depression, and coping with life changes.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on noticing unhelpful thoughts and patterns, testing them, and practicing different behaviors. CBT is commonly used for anxiety, mood struggles, and managing stress through practical exercises.

Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a respectful, nonjudgmental space where the therapist follows the client’s pace and priorities. This approach supports people who want to explore their feelings and build confidence over time.

Finding the right blend of approaches is part of the work. James will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit their goals and preferences, and adjust the plan as things change.

Confirm specific session formats before booking, as the biography did not list them. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life - for example it can reduce travel time, allow shorter check-ins when needed, or make it simpler to meet during a lunch break. Many people find that working with a licensed professional remotely still lets them practice skills, receive tailored feedback, and keep momentum between appointments.