At a glance
- Credentials
- LMHC
- License
- LMHC, Florida / MH7616
- NPI
- 1831340611
- Experience
- 20 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- Florida
Details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. A license can be checked with the state board.
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- Motivational approach
- Focus on families
- Goal oriented
About Alfred
Alfred James is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) based in Florida with two decades of experience. He focuses on helping people facing addictions, relationship strain, and big life changes. He works with parents and individuals who are dealing with family and self‑esteem issues. He emphasizes a strengths-based view and encourages people to recognize their own resources when taking the first steps toward change.
He believes each person knows their story best and brings that perspective into sessions. His work often combines motivational interviewing to support change talk and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to address unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. He also draws on attachment-based ideas when patterns from past relationships affect present life.
Sessions are practical and goal-focused. Alfred helps people set small, achievable steps and checks progress together. He talks through communication problems, blended family stress, parenting strain, and recovery from drug and alcohol addiction in straightforward language.
People who value a collaborative style tend to feel comfortable with his approach. He will listen first, then help outline options that fit a person’s goals. His practice also supports issues such as fatherhood concerns, divorce and separation, guilt and shame, and finding life purpose.
Alfred offers therapy in English and is available to work with international clients. He asks people to begin by using the Start Therapy button and completing a short matching questionnaire to get scheduled.
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How Alfred’s Approaches Translate to Online Therapy
Motivational Interviewing is a conversational method that helps people clarify their own reasons for change and build motivation in small steps. It can be useful for addictions, ambivalence about relationships, and making life changes.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and trying different behaviors to get better results. It is practical and often includes homework between sessions to practice new skills.
Attachment‑based ideas look at how early relationship patterns influence current connections and communication. This perspective helps when parenting stress, blended family issues, or past losses affect present relationships.
Finding the right approach is a team effort. Alfred will listen to goals and preferences, then suggest which methods to try first. Together they’ll track progress and adjust the plan as needed so therapy stays relevant and useful.
The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current online options before booking. Many people find online sessions easier to fit into work and family schedules, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check‑ins when needed. Ask about available formats when you complete the matching questionnaire so sessions match your routine and goals. -
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Additional focus areas
Adoption and foster careAttachment issuesBlended family issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameInfidelityLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMulticultural concernsSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseYoung adult issuesTherapeutic approaches
Attachment-Based TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Motivational InterviewingExperience
20+ years
Listed in
Florida
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Alfred address?
He helps people with addictions, relationship problems, coping with life changes, parenting strain, and low self‑esteem. Additional focus areas include attachment issues, blended family challenges, and drug and alcohol addiction.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
His style is collaborative and strengths‑based, encouraging clients to use their own experience to guide change. He combines motivational interviewing with practical techniques to set small, achievable steps.
What is his clinical background?
He has 20 years of professional experience working with people on addiction and relationship concerns. He emphasizes listening first and then building a plan with measurable goals.
What credentials and location are listed?
He is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) licensed in Florida and practices from that state.
In which languages are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English and he is available to work with international clients who can participate in English sessions.
What session formats are used?
The original biography does not specify session formats, so confirm current options before booking to know whether in‑person or online visits are available.
How is cost handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist’s availability.
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