James Milner, LCSW, CSW
LCSW integrating clinical and spiritual care
- Trauma and addiction
- Relationships and family
- Stress and coping
About James Milner
James Milner is an LCSW and CSW based in Georgia who combines clinical training with spiritual and holistic practices to help adults navigate stress, anxiety, trauma, relationship challenges, addiction, grief, and life transitions. He holds social work degrees and has provided services in community and university settings; his clinical social work credentials reflect formal licensure and training in therapeutic practice.
He trained in social work at Savannah State University and completed graduate study at the University of Georgia. Over the course of his career he has served in community mental health roles, including work supervising transitional housing programs and leading supportive housing initiatives. He advanced to executive leadership at a nonprofit where he helped design programs such as emergency shelter, transitional housing, a dual-diagnosis residential program, and supportive housing for families.
In private practice he founded S.H.A.N.T.I Psychotherapy, LLC - an approach that integrates spiritual, holistic, and natural therapeutic interventions - and has contracted to provide counseling services for a university counseling department. He also maintained a downtown Decatur office before shifting focus to agency leadership and expanded clinical work.
James is an ordained Baptist minister and serves as Assistant Pastor and Lead Pastoral Counselor at his church, and he brings that pastoral perspective alongside training as a yogi, Reiki Master, certified meditation instructor, anger management trainer, and hypnotherapy practitioner. He draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Client-Centered methods, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and transpersonal perspectives as appropriate, aiming to understand each person’s culture, worldview, and belief system. He views diagnosis as one step toward practical solutions that reduce suffering and improve quality of life, and he works individually with men, women, and couples to connect therapeutic goals with personal history and values.
He trained in social work at Savannah State University and completed graduate study at the University of Georgia. Over the course of his career he has served in community mental health roles, including work supervising transitional housing programs and leading supportive housing initiatives. He advanced to executive leadership at a nonprofit where he helped design programs such as emergency shelter, transitional housing, a dual-diagnosis residential program, and supportive housing for families.
In private practice he founded S.H.A.N.T.I Psychotherapy, LLC - an approach that integrates spiritual, holistic, and natural therapeutic interventions - and has contracted to provide counseling services for a university counseling department. He also maintained a downtown Decatur office before shifting focus to agency leadership and expanded clinical work.
James is an ordained Baptist minister and serves as Assistant Pastor and Lead Pastoral Counselor at his church, and he brings that pastoral perspective alongside training as a yogi, Reiki Master, certified meditation instructor, anger management trainer, and hypnotherapy practitioner. He draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Client-Centered methods, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and transpersonal perspectives as appropriate, aiming to understand each person’s culture, worldview, and belief system. He views diagnosis as one step toward practical solutions that reduce suffering and improve quality of life, and he works individually with men, women, and couples to connect therapeutic goals with personal history and values.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changes
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentBlended family issuesCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Hypnotherapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does James Milner have?
James Milner has 11 years of experience.
Is James Milner a licensed therapist?
Yes. He holds the credentials LCSW and CSW, indicating clinical social work licensure. License details: GA LCSW CSW004725.
In which languages does James Milner provide therapy?
Therapy is provided in English.
Where is James Milner located?
James Milner is located in Georgia.
How can I work with James Milner as my therapist?
You can work with James Milner through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does James Milner work with international clients?
James Milner does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with James Milner 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
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps clients clarify their values and take action toward a meaningful life even when difficult thoughts and feelings are present. It is useful for stress, anxiety, depression, and navigating life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns to reduce symptoms and improve coping skills; it is commonly applied for anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a collaborative, empathetic relationship in which the therapist provides understanding and support to help the client explore goals and personal growth, which can benefit relationship, self-esteem, and life-transition work.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. The therapist works together with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds so that care remains collaborative and responsive.
Online sessions by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging offer flexibility for busy schedules, make it easier to access consistent support from home or work, and allow therapists to maintain continuity of care during life transitions. Licensed professionals can use these formats to deliver structured therapies, skills practice, and supportive conversation in ways that fit each client's routine and circumstances.