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A. James (Jim) Evans, LPCC

Practical trauma-aware counseling by A. James Evans
  • Client-centered care
  • CBT and solution-focused
  • Flexible online sessions

About A. James (Jim) Evans

A. James (Jim) Evans, LPCC (Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor) and CCPT (Certified Clinical Trauma Professional), brings 28 years of counseling experience to his Ohio practice. He focuses on helping people who face difficult decisions, challenging relationships, and complex life situations by guiding them toward realistic, manageable solutions. Evans offers a supportive, individualized style that combines authenticity, a broad clinical knowledge base, and well-placed humor to keep therapeutic work grounded and engaging.

He helps people navigate their world of relationships by encouraging them to "do less" and "be more," beginning with modeling a different, nonjudgmental way of relating rather than offering unsolicited advice. Evans works collaboratively to uncover barriers to fulfillment and to increase a person’s belief in their capacity to change, progressing through the establishment of a strong and trusting therapeutic relationship. His practice is trauma focused and adaptable to each person’s needs, providing services for mental health and substance use concerns.

Evans works with a range of issues including stress, anxiety, addictions, grief, trauma and abuse, relationship and intimacy concerns, self-esteem, depression, and life transitions. He has extensive training in multiple therapeutic modalities and has taught masters-level mental health counseling for more than 20 years.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Also Specializes In

Family conflictsTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesDepressionCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

Caregiver issues and stressCodependencyControl issuesDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameLife purposeMood disordersPost-traumatic stressSocial anxiety and phobia

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Existential Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does A. James (Jim) Evans have?

A. James (Jim) Evans has 28 years of experience.

Is A. James (Jim) Evans a licensed therapist?

Yes. He holds the credential LPCC. License details: OH LPCC E.0001141-SUPV.

In which languages does A. James (Jim) Evans provide therapy?

Therapy is provided in English.

Where is A. James (Jim) Evans located?

He is located in Ohio.

How can I work with A. James (Jim) Evans as my therapist?

You can work with A. James (Jim) Evans through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does A. James (Jim) Evans work with international clients?

A. James (Jim) Evans does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with A. James (Jim) Evans cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Evans blends client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and motivational interviewing in ways that respond to each person’s needs. Client-centered therapy emphasizes listening and empathy to create a collaborative relationship where the person leads the work and the therapist reflects and supports growth. CBT focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, useful for issues like anxiety, depression, and stress. Motivational interviewing helps people find their own reasons for change and strengthens motivation, which is often helpful for addictions and ambivalence about life changes. Licensed professionals and therapists commonly combine these approaches to tailor treatment to the situation.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Evans works collaboratively with each person to determine the best fit based on goals, preferences, and circumstances. He adapts methods over time so therapy remains practical and relevant to what matters most to the individual.

Online sessions - including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging - make it easier to fit therapy into busy lives and to maintain continuity during transitions. These options offer scheduling flexibility, faster access to support, and multiple ways to communicate so people can choose the format that feels most comfortable and effective for them.

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