James Goodwin, LMFT
About me
I am licensed in California and North Carolina with 22 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, relationship issues, & family conflicts. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.
Professional experience
Additional areas of focus: LGBT, Abandonment, Aging and geriatric issues, Attachment issues, Autism and Asperger Syndrome, Avoidant personality, Blended family issues, Chronic pain, illness, and disability, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD), Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Drug and alcohol addiction, Family of origin issues, Family problems, Fatherhood issues, Forgiveness, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Men's issues, Midlife crisis, Mood disorders, Narcissism, Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Phobias, Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships, Postpartum depression, Post-traumatic stress, Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling), Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-harm, Sex addiction, Sexual assault and abuse, Sexual dysfunction, Sexuality, Smoking / vaping cessation, Social anxiety and phobia, Workplace issues
License information
CA LMFT 51474
NC LMFT 2018
Reviews
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for James Goodwin. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
James is thoughtful, patient, and genuinely attentive. He creates a safe environment to open up and asks the right questions to understand deeper patterns. I appreciate his calm presence and his ability to bring clarity during overwhelming moments.
Written on Dec 05, 2025 after therapy with James for 4 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
James Goodwin has been a great help. He’s been understanding and really allowing me to say what I have to say. He’s also been very friendly and easy to talk to.
Written on Nov 18, 2025 after therapy with James for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and family conflicts