Works with
- Anger
- Stress, Anxiety
- Addictions
- Family conflicts
- Trauma and abuse
- Depression
How James works
Practical facts
- Credentials
- LPC-MH
- Licensed in
- South Dakota
- Years in practice
- 17
- Languages
- English
- Session format
- Online, through our partner platform
About James
James Cady is a licensed professional counselor who helps people manage anger and related challenges. He offers calm, practical support for stress, anxiety, depression, addiction concerns, and everyday struggles that can lead to anger. His style is straightforward and focused on what will help in daily life.
He began with a Bachelor’s degree in psychology from Morningside College and then earned a Master’s degree in Counseling from the University of North Dakota.
Background and approach
He later completed a Specialist’s degree in Counselor Education and Supervision from the University of South Dakota. James has 17 years of experience in behavioral health settings and independent practice. Early in his career he spent six years working at a community mental health center.
Since June 2013 he has maintained a independent practice in South Dakota. Over the years he has worked with people facing a wide range of emotional and relationship challenges, including trauma and family-related difficulties. In sessions he draws on client-centered methods to build a trusting, respectful rapport.
He uses mindfulness techniques to help people manage strong emotions and reduce reactivity. He also applies solution-focused and motivational strategies to set realistic goals and sustain change. People who meet with him can expect clear, practical steps they can try between sessions.
He works with common concerns such as sleep problems, parenting strain, low self-esteem, ADHD-related challenges, and coping with life transitions. Sessions are offered in English and held from his South Dakota practice.
What James works with
Everything James lists, in the therapist's own terms. Anger is the reason this directory exists; the rest tells you what usually sits alongside it in James's practice.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Addictions
- Family conflicts
- Trauma and abuse
- Depression
- Sleeping disorders
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Coping with life changes
- Compassion fatigue
- ADHD
- Communication problems
- Family of origin issues
- Family problems
- Fertility issues
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Men's issues
- Midlife crisis
- Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Phobias
- Post-traumatic stress
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
- Self-love
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Workplace issues
Approaches James lists
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist names and does not check training records.
How his approaches translate to online work
James combines client-centered care with mindfulness and motivational interviewing to help people manage strong feelings and make steady changes. Client-centered work means sessions focus on the person’s own goals and priorities, with the therapist listening and reflecting to help clarify what matters. Mindfulness therapy uses simple attention and breathing exercises to reduce reactivity and improve sleep and stress management. Motivational interviewing helps people find their own reasons to change and build small, achievable steps toward new habits.Finding the right mix of methods is part of the process. He will collaborate with each person to decide what fits their goals and preferences, adjusting techniques as progress is made. The approach is flexible and goal-oriented rather than rigid, so clients can try strategies and keep what helps.
Online sessions are offered by video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to make work on these goals more practical. Video feels most like an in-person session and suits deeper conversations. Phone sessions use less bandwidth and can be easier to fit into a busy day. Live chat or text messaging work well for brief check-ins, ongoing encouragement, and problem-solving between longer sessions.
Questions people ask about James
What kinds of concerns does James focus on?
He helps with anger, stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, trauma, sleep problems, parenting strain, low self-esteem, ADHD challenges, and related life changes.
What is his therapeutic style like?
He uses a client-centered approach that emphasizes listening and respect, combined with mindfulness and solution-focused techniques to set practical goals.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 17 years of experience working in community mental health and independent practice settings.
What credentials and location are listed for this therapist?
He holds the credential LPC-MH and practices from South Dakota.
In what languages are sessions offered and are international clients accepted?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
He meets by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different needs and schedules.
How are fees and billing handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to therapist availability.