Thank you for taking the first step to feeling better about yourself and your life, or the life of someone who you care about, in looking for a competent and experienced therapist. My name is James Neeck. I am hoping that I can be the person who supplies the help and support that you or your loved one needs, as you or they engage in the change effort. I have over 20 years of experience in working with adolescents, young adults, children, and adults. Additionally, I have experience in working with first responders (police, fire, emergency medical personnel); members of the military, and veterans. As a therapist, my primary goal is to provide my clients with the most competent and professional services that I can offer them. I recognize the importance of the therapeutic relationship, in partnering with my clients in the change effort. Whether the issue is: trauma, anxiety, depression, social anxiety, relationship issues, or other emotional or mental health concern, my focus is to develop a plan with my client and to work toward the goals that they want or need to achieve in therapy. I consider being able to aid my clients in being where they want or need to be in their lives, both an honor and a privilege.

What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?

After our first session, which will consist mostly of my asking questions to get to know you and to assess your needs, we will work together to develop a treatment plan, which will address the goals that the client would like to achieve in therapy. During each session, we will discuss your thoughts, feelings, and concerns, and I will help you to explore what is behind those concerns. We will look at your life experience and current situation, and how they all affect the person that you are. We will then work on how you can use your strengths, coping skills, and to learn new strategies to deal with your concerns. It is my hope that you leave each session with the feeling that you were supported and that you obtained information that is beneficial to you.

Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.

I have experience in working with adolescents and young adults. I work in the education system, so I am keenly aware of the issues that affect adolescents, young adults, and their families. I believe that I am very good at assessing a client's needs and developing a plan to address those needs. I believe that I am very empathetic, patient, and understanding. I partner well with clients in working through their issues. I feel that I am insightful and utilize my knowledge, skills, and experience, in helping clients to understand their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, and how to address them. Also, I am a former first responder and military social worker and veteran, so I can respond to the needs of these clients, using my own personal and professional experience.

About James Neeck