My career as a classroom teacher, assistant principal and university professor served me well in my current practice as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I earned my Doctorate in Education/Ed.D. from Nova Southeastern University in Fort Lauderdale, FL. As a university professor, I became the Multiple Subject Program Director, Graduate Reading Director, and Supervisor of Student Teachers with both national and international publications.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
In our first session together, we will start with introductions, establish treatment goals, and develop a therapeutic alliance. It is my intention to help each client reach their potential in life. I will not criticize, judge, or make a client feel embarrassed, but rather, facilitate a level of comfort and authenticity.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
Having worked with thousands of clients during the past 10 years in a variety of settings (hospital, private practice, group-clinical), I have been told by clients their awareness of my empathy, passion, and clinical judgment. Part of my philosophy as a teacher-educator was, students don't care what you teach them until they know you care about them". I believe the same is true in private practice: Clients don't care what you teach them until they know you care about them.
About James Noftle
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Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
As a cognitive-behavioral psychotherapist, I have learned the significance and connection between our thinking and our behavior. I often inform new clients "we do not live inconsistent of how we think." Our thinking about ourselves, our family and friends, and our career, has a tremendous impact on how we feel. The mind is powerful in terms of our emotions.
EMDR
Obtaining my EMDR Psychotherapy Certificate was one of the best things I have done since being a therapist. I have observed so many clients heal from past trauma. My approach to EMDR Therapy includes relaxation and guided imagery in an effort to help the client relax and allow memories to surface in a safe, nonjudgmental atmosphere.
Couples Counseling
Couples therapy can be challenging for many psychotherapist, however, I tend to enjoy the perspective of each person. As a couples therapist, I am not his therapist or her therapist, but rather, I am a therapist for the marriage. Emotional intimacy is one key component that is often lacking in marriages, so I attempt to help the couple create space for emotional closeness.