Education: James obtained his Bachelors of Arts degree in Psychology from Southern Illinois University—Edwardsville and his Master’s degree in Professional Counseling from Lindenwood University. He has been licensed as an LCPC in Illinois since 2001 and as an LPC in Missouri since 2007. In addition to his training in play therapy, James has also received training in EMDR, Internal Family Systems and Somatic Experience.

Experience: James has worked in a variety of settings from outpatient to long-term residential. He is currently working in private practice in Chester- field, Missouri, where he works primarily with children and their families.

Additional Information: James specializes in working with children regard- ing abuse and neglect, attachment and trauma issues.