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Tavia James, LPC

Texas LPC for healing and growth
  • Trauma and abuse
  • Anxiety and depression
  • Career and life transitions

About Tavia James

Tavia James is a Texas State Board Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with a Master’s Degree in Vocational Rehabilitation Counseling, emphasizing Ethnic Minorities, from Southern University and A&M College. During her graduate studies she was inducted into Chi Sigma Iota, an international honor society recognizing academic and professional excellence. Her early work focused on supporting people with physical and mental disabilities as they navigated workforce adjustments, and she later expanded her training to provide clinical psychotherapy for adolescents, adults, and families from diverse backgrounds.

She has received formal training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and she applies a holistic, solution-focused approach to care. Tavia builds practical strategies and support systems to address disability-related concerns, trauma, work-life balance, depression, anxiety, and other challenges. Her style emphasizes insight, concrete tools, and realistic plans so clients leave sessions with a workable blueprint for the days, months, and years ahead.

Tavia partners with clients to clarify goals, strengthen coping skills, and foster greater self-understanding and resilience. She welcomes individuals who are ready to pursue a more purposeful and satisfying life and who want a collaborative, empowering therapeutic relationship as they move toward wellness and restoration.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Also Specializes In

Relationship issuesTrauma and abuseGriefSleeping disordersAnger managementBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoaching

Additional Focus Areas

Communication problemsImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMood disordersMulticultural concernsPrejudice and discriminationSelf-loveSmoking / vaping cessationYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Tavia James have?

Tavia James has 12 years of professional experience in counseling and related services.

Is Tavia James a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credential LPC, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor. License details: TX LPC 76970.

In which languages does Tavia James provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English.

Where is Tavia James located?

She is located in Texas.

How can I work with Tavia James as my therapist?

You can work with Tavia James through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Tavia James work with international clients?

Tavia James does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Tavia James 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 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

She integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and EMDR alongside a client-centered stance to tailor care to each person. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors, and it is commonly used to address anxiety, depression, stress, and coping challenges. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a trauma-focused method that helps reduce the intensity of distressing memories and associated symptoms by processing past experiences in a structured way. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy, active listening, and collaboration to help clients build self-awareness, strengthen self-esteem, and clarify life goals.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process, and Tavia works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods best fit their needs, goals, and preferences. Together they may try different strategies and adjust the plan over time to support meaningful progress.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, making it easier to access consistent care around work, family, and daily obligations. These options allow licensed professionals to provide ongoing support, teach skills, and collaborate with clients in ways that fit modern schedules and lifestyles.

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