- Supportive presence
- Practical tools
- Relaxation skills
About James
James "Jim" Dailey is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) based in Michigan who helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression, sleep problems, and life transitions. He takes a calm, nonjudgmental approach and aims to make it easier to talk about tough feelings. Sessions are paced to match what each person needs in the moment.
Jim focuses on practical techniques that can help day-to-day functioning. He uses clear, hands-on tools such as cognitive-behavioral strategies and solution-focused planning. Mindfulness and relaxation exercises, like guided breathing and progressive muscle relaxation, are part of his work when people want ways to feel calmer.
His experience includes work with grief, traumatic brain injury, aging and chronic illness, caregiver stress, and compassion fatigue. Over eight years in social work he has supported people facing career strain, relationship problems, addiction concerns, anger, and challenges with intimacy or self-esteem. He is familiar with seasonal mood changes and issues common to young adults and men.
Jim aims to build a steady working relationship where people feel heard and respected. He welcomes silence when someone needs time to gather thoughts and adjusts session pace as feelings shift. His style is supportive and reflective, with straightforward talk and practical steps to try between sessions.
People considering online work should confirm current session options before booking. To begin, a short matching questionnaire helps connect people with suitable scheduling and next steps.
Approaches that translate well to online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and responding to what matters most to the person. The therapist provides a calm, accepting space and follows the client's lead so sessions feel individualized and respectful.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps identify unhelpful thoughts and try small, practical experiments to change behavior. It is useful for anxiety, sleep disruption, low mood, and coping with life changes because it breaks problems into clear steps to work on between sessions.
Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple attention skills and relaxation exercises such as guided breathing and progressive muscle relaxation. These techniques can reduce tension and offer tools to use when sleep or stress become overwhelming.
Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences, and day-to-day needs and then suggest which methods to try. This is a collaborative process that can change as progress is made.
Please confirm current session options before booking, since formats were not specified in the biography. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into busy lives, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time so people can access care around work or caregiving schedules.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
8+ years
Credentials
Michigan
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Jim help with?
He supports people facing stress, anxiety, depression, sleep problems, relationship and intimacy issues, grief, addiction, ADHD, and life changes.
What is his therapy style like?
His approach is calm and nonjudgmental. He welcomes silence and matches the session pace to what each person needs.
How much experience does he have?
He has eight years of experience in social work and has worked with people dealing with traumatic brain injury, aging, chronic illness, caregiver stress, and compassion fatigue.
What credentials and location are listed?
He is listed as an LMSW, which stands for Licensed Master Social Worker, and practices from Michigan.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions scheduled and what do they cost?
Cost varies with location and scheduling and uses a subscription that can be canceled at any time; specific pricing depends on those factors.
What is the first step to begin therapy?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.