James Salas, LCSW
Bilingual LCSW focused on trauma and relationships
- Trauma and family therapy
- Bilingual English and Spanish
- Flexible online sessions
About James Salas
James Salas is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Florida with 14 years of clinical experience. He has extensive background supporting military mental health, including long-term work in an outpatient clinic and a period of military service that concluded with retirement after 24 years. James provides individual, couples, and family therapy for adults, adolescents, and children, focusing on concerns such as anxiety, ADHD, concentration and communication difficulties, depression, domestic violence, panic attacks, parenting challenges, and self-esteem issues.
He has additional training in Cognitive Processing Therapy and Prolonged Exposure Therapy to address trauma and related symptoms. James integrates client-centered care with cognitive behavioral and mindfulness-based techniques, and he also uses motivational interviewing and solution-focused strategies when they fit a client's needs. Fluent in English and Spanish, he works with a broad range of issues including addictions, grief, intimacy and relationship concerns, sleep problems, career and life transitions, and multicultural and immigration-related challenges. James aims to build collaborative treatment plans that draw on each person's strengths and goals, offering practical, evidence-informed support for individuals and families seeking change.
He has additional training in Cognitive Processing Therapy and Prolonged Exposure Therapy to address trauma and related symptoms. James integrates client-centered care with cognitive behavioral and mindfulness-based techniques, and he also uses motivational interviewing and solution-focused strategies when they fit a client's needs. Fluent in English and Spanish, he works with a broad range of issues including addictions, grief, intimacy and relationship concerns, sleep problems, career and life transitions, and multicultural and immigration-related challenges. James aims to build collaborative treatment plans that draw on each person's strengths and goals, offering practical, evidence-informed support for individuals and families seeking change.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTGriefIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
Blended family issuesCodependencyCommunication problemsDivorce and separationDomestic violenceFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesImmigration issuesInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMulticultural concernsPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harmSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does James Salas have?
James Salas has 14 years of clinical experience.
Is James Salas a licensed therapist?
Yes. He holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. His license information is FL LCSW SW10770.
In which languages does James Salas provide therapy?
James provides therapy in English and Spanish.
Where is James Salas located?
James is located in Florida.
How can I work with James Salas as my therapist?
You can work with James Salas through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does James Salas work with international clients?
James Salas does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with James Salas 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 a 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.
Effective Approaches for Online Therapy and Skill Building
James commonly uses client-centered therapy, which prioritizes the individual's experiences and gives space for clients to direct the pace and focus of sessions while the therapist offers empathy and support. This approach helps people who need a safe, validating environment to explore personal challenges and build confidence.
He also applies Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients identify and change unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors. CBT is practical and goal-oriented, and it can be effective for anxiety, depression, stress, sleep problems, and many everyday concerns.
Mindfulness therapy is used to teach present-moment awareness and coping techniques that reduce reactivity and improve emotional regulation. These skills can support stress management, sleep, and attention-related difficulties.
Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and James works collaboratively with clients to determine what fits their needs, goals, and preferences. He adapts methods over time based on what is helping the client make progress.
Online sessions offer flexibility and accessibility - whether by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging - allowing clients to receive consistent care around work, family, or other commitments. These options make it easier to maintain regular contact with licensed professionals and continue therapy even when schedules or life circumstances change.