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Hello there, I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the state of Florida. I have been working as a Mental Health/Addictions Counselor since 2012. I specialize in Addictions and Mental Health issues, and working with adults. I graduated from Troy University with a masters in counseling and psychology in 2016. As well as being a fully licensed mental health counselor in the state of Florida, I also hold certifications as a Nationally Certified Counselor and as a Certified Master's Level Addictions Professional.
For the years that I have been working as a therapist, I have developed a theoretical approach that is predominantly based on client-centered, solution-focused and cognitive behavioral therapy. Although I tend to lean to these approaches, I do consider myself to be eclectic, meaning that I will draw from different therapeutic approaches as needed for each individual. I have an extensive amount of experience providing therapy in different environments to individuals with a wide range of personal issues, including substance abuse/dual diagnosis, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, PTSD, trauma, anxiety, depression, stress, anger, self-esteem, grief, and family problems.
My focus as a therapist is to help individuals heal, energize, and get to the place where they can feel, think and act in the ways that they are searching for. I am also a spiritual individual that relishes helping clients develop a deeper spiritual connection, a more confident sense of themselves and their strengths.
I look forward to working with you, and I promise to be there for you every step of your journey.
Additional areas of focus:Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Parenting issues, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Abandonment, Attachment issues, Codependency, Commitment Issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Divorce and separation, Drug and Alcohol Addiction, Emptiness, Family of Origin Issues, Family Problems, Fatherhood Issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Men's issues, Midlife crisis, Military and Veterans Issues, Money and financial issues, Mood disorders , Narcissism, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Paranoia, Personality Disorders, Post-traumatic stress, Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling), Sex Addiction, Social anxiety and phobia
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Very helpful
Written on Apr 30, 2022 after therapy with James for 7 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, sleeping disorders, and coping with life changes
Where do I begin. I still have a long way to go but I came a long way. I am pursuing opportunities I would have been very anxious to ever try. I have been misdiagnosed so many times and in my very first phone call with James, I felt hope. He made me feel understood, safe and normal. I thought I was just anxious, vigilant and depressed, and manic.. . I thought that was livable enough.. I have accepted that was my fate, after a series of abuse. I have no doubt in my mind that I will be better. I have every hope and faith...from hopeless to hopeful. Thank you to BetterHelp. Thank you to James Malone.
Written on Dec 02, 2021 after therapy with James for 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and coaching
I cannot recommend James highly enough. He helped me so much with the severe bouts of anxiety I was suffering from and my sessions with him allowed me to change up the way I was thinking/handling the obsessive thoughts I was having. After working with him for a few months I can genuinely say I feel substantially better equipped to handle my anxiety, whenever it gets to me again. I learned a lot about myself and feel that I understand my mental health and how to keep it in check more than I ever have.
James is a genuinely kind, understanding and non-judgemental person - and his sense of humour can really help to brighten your situation and put a smile on your face. Thank you for everything, James!
Written on May 27, 2021 after therapy with James for 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety
It's been great working with James. I am excited to see where this process continues to go.
Written on Mar 31, 2021 after therapy with James for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
James is amazing....he uses real world experiences to explain and empower me to problem solve myself. He has the true heart of A teacher and it shows in his patience and kindness.
Written on Mar 22, 2021 after therapy with James for 2 weeks
Only had one session, but it corresponds to what I expected. James is engaging and a good listener, offering advice but also getting me to share. So far a good experience.
Written on Mar 22, 2021 after therapy with James for 2 weeks
James is awesome. He checks in on me via text a couple of times a week and he also listens. I don't share many things with anyone and I feel so comfortable with him I told him things I would never tell anyone.
James is very honest and straight forward and I like that in people.
Looking forward to continuing to work with James.
Written on Mar 22, 2021 after therapy with James for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, parenting issues, and coping with life changes
I haven't spent long with James, but so far he's been great. Easy to talk to, relateable, explains things in an easy way, and gives good advice.
Written on Mar 21, 2021 after therapy with James for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, bipolar disorder, and adhd
He is just great!
Written on Feb 02, 2021 after therapy with James for 2 days
James is kind and he does well at giving feedback on what I have to say during my phone calls. He does not hesitate to share his personal experience to connect with me, giving me the sense that not only am I being heard but I am also not alone.
Written on Jan 30, 2021 after therapy with James for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and anger management
My counselor James Malone is a perfect match for my needs. He is down to earth, empathetic and doesn’t appear to judge my circumstances. He helps me see things with a new perspective and offers solution based counseling. I am thankful for his support and have hope for a brighter future with his guidance.
Written on Nov 03, 2020 after therapy with James for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem
James appears to be a very competent counsellor and I do appreciate his health and his support.
Written on Sep 05, 2020 after therapy with James for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and self esteem
We have had two sessions so far and have already got deep into my issues and identified a plan to help me get the breakthrough I am looking for.
Written on Sep 05, 2020 after therapy with James for 2 weeks
He was really nice and funny and a good listener :)
Written on Aug 24, 2020 after therapy with James for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, self esteem, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
James has helped me a lot in a very short time. It's amazing how healing the therapeutic relationship is. James' willingness to share his past trials has helped put my issues in perspective. He's a real and very relatable person. James helps me feel like an equal instead of just a client. I highly recommend James Malone!
Written on Aug 19, 2020 after therapy with James for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, coping with life changes, and coaching
I am still in the very beginning stages of my counseling, but so far J. Malone has given me more insight, a couple new perspectives, and much food for thought! I am very appreciative of his knowledge and truthfulness. I believe only positive will come from our sessions and my growth!
Written on May 24, 2020 after therapy with James for 3 weeks
James is thoughtful and communicates so well. He is nonjudgmental, and offers me a variety of ways to express and deal with my feelings.
Written on May 18, 2020 after therapy with James for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and career difficulties
James is really a great person and professional on his job. He is helping me with all my past bad experiences and is giving me a more clear look on life.
I would highly recommend James!
Written on May 18, 2020 after therapy with James for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coaching, and compassion fatigue
He’s a great counselor, very professional and empathetic. He listens well to my problems and give me solutions. I definitely recommend him !
Written on Apr 22, 2020 after therapy with James for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self esteem, career difficulties, and adhd
All i can say is- Bless James! Its like it was divine intervention to reach out to someone during my lowest. James has been excellent and very empathetic, in every genuine way.
Written on Apr 16, 2020 after therapy with James for 2 weeks
James has been a tremendous help in guiding me through an extremely traumatic event. He has helped me to see the correct and faulty thinking I might harbor about this event. We took side-trips and explored other events and relationships that were connected to the traumatic event, some of them more closely than others.
James was always available to talk to me through a variety of different media. I appreciated the ease of contact. I wouldn't say that all my issues are "solved" but I feel like I have a better understanding of certain events and better tools to manage them with.
Written on Apr 04, 2020 after therapy with James for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and trauma and abuse
James is attentive, supportive and kind. I appreciate his comfortable approach and the reminders he sends to take care of myself, and the positivity he expresses.
Written on Apr 03, 2020 after therapy with James for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, grief, and coping with life changes
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