Greetings and Welcome!
A bit about me: I am a licensed professional counselor in Missouri, as well as a certified school psychologist. I’ve worked with people of all ages and walks of life over the course of a career that spans almost 25 years. I’ve worked with clients battling anxiety, depression, poor confidence/ self-esteem, AD/HD, parenting difficulties (including children with special needs,) and relationship stressors. Over the years, I’ve served as a mentor and supervisor for many mental health professionals in training. I’m also an adjunct professor.
Personally, I am married with two children. I enjoy playing music, hiking, hanging out with my family, and running in my free time.
As your counselor, I view myself as a partner, a guide, and a motivator. Improving one’s life situation takes work and can be a complex process. It’s hard to do it alone – and that’s where I come in. I utilize a client-centered approach that integrates elements of cognitive-behavioral, solution-focused, mindfulness, and biblio therapies to help you reach short term goals and begin to take on larger challenges.
The first step is always the hardest – but also the most important!
I look forward to our time together :)
-James
Additional areas of focus: Addictions, LGBT, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Coping with life changes, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, ADHD
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Existential Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy
MO LPC 2002020612
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James is incredible, one of the best humans I’ve met on this earth.
Thankyou James
Written on Oct 19, 2021 after therapy with James for 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, eating disorders, self esteem, coaching, and adhd
I’ve spent the last 7-8 years , spending thousands on my mental health only to end up back where I was, hands down , the best councillor I’ve ever had , even from across the Atlantic
Written on Sep 24, 2021 after therapy with James for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and anger management
James Shieffer is extremely insightful, he really helps me focus on the facts and truth of my experience and reality. He doesn't make excuses for me or let me make excuses for myself. I've had several sessions with him, and he is always patient and open eared.
Written on May 31, 2021 after therapy with James for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, compassion fatigue, and adhd
He’s been very understanding and has had me in a comfortable space to talk
Written on May 12, 2021 after therapy with James for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and self esteem
I had my first session and I felt James truly listen to my needs.
Written on May 07, 2021 after therapy with James for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety
James Scieffer knows his stuff, and has helped me with many new perspectives in my trying time. I highly recommend him and his expertise.
Written on May 06, 2021 after therapy with James for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and addictions