Distress & Stuckness is understandable;
​Recovery & Change is possible;
Help & Support is available

Depression, out-of-control anxiety, post traumatic stress, shame, grief, addictive and compulsive behavior, stress, life transitions, and adjustment difficulties are all common human experiences. It is estimated that 1-in-5 Americans will experience an episode of mental illness or extreme stress in their lifetime, and that’s probably an underestimate. While modern psychiatric medicine gives us additional options to manage these experiences, psychotherapy continues to show equal effectiveness in alleviating distress and increasing recovery without side effects. I provide psychotherapy that is individually-tailored while remaining evidence-based.

My first and primary task in therapy is always to create a strong alliance with my clients towards their goals in therapy and in life. From there we work together in ways that are centered on client preferences, strengths, and natural strivings to grow and transform. Sometimes we can try approaches that are brief and action-focused, and other times longer-term and growth-oriented, but I always focus on client growth, development, and/or recovery. Together, the work can make sense of inner experiences and important relationships past and present.  The process is about getting in touch with the core of experience, and work to shape relationships and life how you want.

I am trained in Emotionally Focused Therapy and use this as my primary approach, but draw from a variety of other approaches including Emotion Focused Therapy for Trauma, Narrative Therapy, Attachment-based Relational Psychodynamic Therapies (i.e. AEDP), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Harm Reduction Psychotherapy, and Modern Psychoanalysis.

Call 919-228-9729 or email james@jamesmccrackenpsychotherapy.com for a brief consult or to set up an appointment. ​
​You can have a better life and better relationships. I can help you understand and experience how.