James Wankel, LCSW, LISW-CP

James Wankel is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, practicing in North Carolina. He focuses on stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, coaching, and ADHD. He aims to create a direct, respectful space where people feel heard and can start making changes.

James uses straightforward conversation to map out what matters most to each person. He listens for the story behind symptoms and helps set clear, realistic goals. Sessions are practical and collaborative with an emphasis on skills that can be used between visits.

He draws on client-centered methods to ground the work in each person's priorities. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy tools are used to spot patterns of thought and behavior that keep problems stuck. Mindfulness practices are introduced to help manage stress and increase focus in daily life.

James also uses motivational interviewing to support change when people feel stuck and narrative therapy to help rewrite painful or limiting life stories. Together, these approaches support work on addiction, trauma recovery, and attention difficulties among other concerns.

He brings five years of clinical experience and aims to offer clear guidance without judgment. People who come in for help with communication problems, commitment issues, body image, chronic pain, or first responder stress will find an approach that balances empathy with practical steps. To begin, a short matching process helps connect people with scheduling options.

How his approaches fit into online therapy

James uses client-centered therapy to keep sessions focused on what matters to each person, helping them set priorities and guiding the process at their pace. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, CBT, is used to identify unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and to practice alternatives that reduce anxiety and improve daily functioning. Mindfulness techniques are offered to help manage stress, stay present, and build attention skills.

Finding the right mix of methods is part of the work. He will collaborate with each person to decide which approaches match their goals, needs, and preferences, and will adjust the plan as progress is made.

Confirm current session options before booking so you know how sessions will be arranged. Online therapy can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. It can also let people use audio-only sessions if they prefer less bandwidth or a quieter check-in. Ask about scheduling and format details when you complete the matching questionnaire.