James Gibb, LCPC, LPC

Illinois · 15 years in practice

James Gibb is a licensed counselor who helps people facing stress, anxiety, anger, low self-esteem, depression, and life changes.

License and registration

LCPC, Illinois: 180008191 · expires March 2027
LPC, Oregon: C4642 · expires November 2026
NPI: 1437393824 · national provider identifier
Years in practice: 15
Languages: English

Details are as listed on the therapist's public professional profile. You can check the license with the issuing state board, and the NPI with the national registry.

About James

James Gibb is a licensed counselor who helps people facing stress, anxiety, anger, low self-esteem, depression, and life changes. He offers practical support for grief, trauma, relationship and intimacy concerns, sleeping problems, ADHD, and career or parenting strain. He works with people coping with feelings of isolation, guilt, or emptiness and with those navigating identity concerns, including LGBT issues.

James uses an approachable style in sessions. He balances thoughtful listening with concrete skills people can try between meetings.

Background and approach

He asks for feedback each session so therapy stays focused on the person's goals. He draws on mindfulness, acceptance, and values-based work to help people act in ways that matter to them. With 15 years of experience, James brings both clinical and philosophical perspectives to his work.

He trained as a counselor and holds LCPC and LPC credentials. That background informs how he talks about choices, meaning, and responsibility in everyday life. He sometimes weaves philosophical ideas into conversations when that helps someone make sense of their experience.

He also offers practical problem-solving tools when a clear plan is needed. Testing for personality and intelligence can be arranged when evaluation will clarify treatment direction. Sessions are offered in English and can take different forms to fit a person's routine.

James aims to help people take what they learn in therapy and use it in their daily life.

Focus areas and approaches

Everything James lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.

Stress, Anxiety
Anger management
Self esteem
Depression
Coping with life changes
LGBT
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Sleeping disorders
Parenting issues
Career difficulties
Bipolar disorder
Compassion fatigue
ADHD
Aging and geriatric issues
Autism and Asperger Syndrome
Avoidant personality
Codependency
Communication problems
Control issues
Dependent personality
Divorce and separation
Emptiness
Family of origin issues
Family problems
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Impulsivity
Isolation / loneliness
Life purpose
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Post-traumatic stress
Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-love
Social anxiety and phobia

Approaches James names

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Online support

How his approaches work online and in sessions

Existential Therapy focuses on meaning, choice, and responsibility. It helps people facing questions about purpose, isolation, freedom, or emptiness by encouraging honest reflection and practical choices that fit their values.

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, teaches skills to notice thoughts and feelings without being driven by them. It helps people reduce struggle with anxiety, depression, or distress by clarifying values and taking committed action in small steps.

Client-Centered Therapy centers on measured listening and empathy. The therapist follows the person’s lead, offering understanding and space to make sense of problems before deciding on next steps.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. James will collaborate with each person to try methods that match their needs, goals, and preferences. He checks in regularly and adjusts the mix of reflection, skills practice, or problem-solving as things change.

Online sessions make therapy easier to fit into life. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation when interaction and nonverbal cues help. Phone sessions use less bandwidth and can be simpler during a busy day. Live chat or text-based messaging supports brief check-ins, ongoing coaching, and people who prefer writing to speaking. These options offer flexibility for different schedules and communication styles.

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Questions people ask

What concerns does James address?

He supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, anger, depression, grief, trauma, sleeping problems, self-esteem, relationship and intimacy issues, ADHD, and career or parenting difficulties.

How would you describe his therapeutic style?

He combines attentive listening with concrete skills and regular feedback. Sessions mix reflective conversation with practical steps to try between meetings.

What is his background and experience?

He has 15 years of experience and integrates clinical practice with philosophical perspectives to help people explore meaning and choices.

What credentials and location apply to this practice?

James holds LCPC and LPC credentials and practices in Illinois.

Which languages and international arrangements are available?

Sessions are offered in English, and he accepts international clients.

What session formats does he offer?

He provides video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different schedules and needs.

How are costs and subscriptions handled?

Fees vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with him?

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