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Dr. James Geidner

Therapist

Dr. James Geidner

LCPC, LPC

Michigan · 20+ years of experience

Experienced clinician focused on practical help

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Step 1

  • Anxiety and depression
  • Attachment and relationships
  • Practical coping skills

About James

Dr. James Geidner brings over 20 years of clinical experience to his work. He helps people facing anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship strain, parenting stress, addiction concerns, grief, ADHD, and issues around intimacy and self-esteem. He also supports those dealing with bipolar mood patterns, sleep problems, anger, career stress, and life changes.

He works in a clear, straightforward way. Sessions focus on practical steps you can try between meetings. He listens for what matters most to each person and adapts methods to fit that need. His style balances problem-solving with attention to emotional patterns.

Dr. Geidner has practiced in psychiatric rehabilitation settings, child treatment centers, universities, and private practice. He has served as a clinical supervisor at several hospitals and academic programs. That background informs how he organizes treatment and trains others.

He uses approaches that include attachment-based work, client-centered methods, cognitive behavioral strategies, dialectical behavior techniques, and Jungian ideas. These tools are chosen to match a person’s goals rather than to follow a fixed protocol.

Dr. Geidner holds LCPC and LPC credentials and is based in Michigan. He works with people from many backgrounds and accepts international clients. To begin, people are asked to complete a short questionnaire and schedule a session according to availability.

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Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseParenting issuesDepression

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHearing impairedImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Jungian TherapyNarrative TherapyPsychodynamic TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

20+ years

Credentials

Illinois, Michigan, Wisconsin

Languages

English

Step 3

How therapeutic approaches translate to online work

Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on patterns in relationships and how early bonds influence current reactions; online work can use conversations and reflective exercises to identify those patterns and try new ways of relating. Client-Centered Therapy centers the person’s own goals and experience, encouraging active listening and guided reflection so clients shape the pace and topics of sessions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) teaches practical skills to change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, which often translates into clear tasks and homework that can be reviewed in remote sessions.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will talk with each person about their needs, goals, and preferences and then suggest methods to try. That collaborative process lets the plan change over time based on what helps most.

The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current options before booking. Many people find online sessions useful because they fit into a weekday break, avoid travel, and make it easier to keep consistent appointments. Online meetings also allow for sharing worksheets or exercises during the session and for shorter check-ins when needed. Licensed professionals can adapt the approaches above to the realities of remote work so therapy can fit into everyday life.

Step 4

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does he address?

He supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, addictions, grief, relationship and intimacy issues, parenting concerns, ADHD, bipolar disorder, sleep problems, anger, self-esteem, and related life changes.

What is his general approach to therapy?

He emphasizes finding the right approach for each person and uses practical, goal-focused work alongside attention to emotional patterns.

How much clinical experience does he have?

He has 20 years of clinical experience across psychiatric rehabilitation, child treatment centers, universities, and private practice settings.

What credentials and location are listed?

He holds LCPC and LPC credentials and is based in Michigan; the credentials are shown as LCPC and LPC.

What languages and international work are supported?

Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.

Which session formats are available?

The original biography does not list specific session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.

How are fees and billing handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with him?

Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to therapist availability.

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