- Focus on sleep
- Eclectic therapy style
- Texas based LPC
About James
James Liles is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Texas. He focuses on helping people who are struggling with sleep problems, stress, anxiety, addiction, relationship challenges, grief, and changes in life. He offers a steady, present style and aims to build a trusting working relationship from the start.
James brings 14 years of practice as an LPC and more than two decades working in emotional healing roles. He holds two master’s degrees from the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor and an undergraduate degree in psychology from Louisiana Tech University. His earlier work included roles as a special education teacher and a secondary educational counselor, which shaped his practical problem-solving approach.
In clinical work he uses an eclectic mix of approaches to suit each person. Methods he draws on include Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Existential Therapy, Jungian ideas, and Motivational Interviewing. That mix is chosen to match a person’s goals rather than to fit a single theory.
James has experience across settings, including private practice in Killeen, Texas, and work with soldiers returning from combat trauma. He has also trained in EAGALA equine-assisted techniques and has experience in corporate wellness and life coaching. He commonly addresses family concerns, parenting strain, intimacy issues, and co-occurring problems such as substance use and mood struggles.
Outside of sessions he enjoys cooking, exercise, and time with his spouse. He describes himself as a helper who wants to support people as they rebuild routines, improve sleep and rest, and move toward steadier daily functioning.
How therapeutic approaches translate to online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on building a respectful, nonjudgmental relationship and listening closely to what matters most to the person. Online sessions can still prioritize listening, reflection, and collaborative problem-solving to address sleep issues, relationship strain, or stress.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) breaks problems into thoughts, behaviors, and feelings and uses concrete exercises to change patterns. In remote sessions CBT can help with sleep habits, anxious thinking, and daytime routines through structured homework and short skill practices between meetings.
Motivational Interviewing helps people clarify their reasons for change and strengthen their own motivation. This approach works well online when someone is weighing steps like reducing substance use, improving sleep patterns, or making lifestyle changes.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with the client about goals, preferences, and daily life, then suggest methods to try. That choice is collaborative and may change as needs evolve.
Confirm current session options before booking, as formats are not listed here. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It also supports continuity of care when life or work routines change.
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Experience
14+ years
Credentials
Texas
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does this therapist address?
He works with people facing stress, anxiety, depression, grief, addictions, relationship and family issues, parenting strain, eating and sleeping difficulties, trauma and related problems.
What is the therapeutic style like in sessions?
The approach is collaborative and eclectic, using client-centered methods and evidence-informed techniques to tailor sessions to each person's goals.
How much clinical experience does he have?
James has 14 years as a Licensed Professional Counselor and over 20 years in emotional healing roles prior to licensure.
Where is the therapist licensed and located?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Texas and practices from that state.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English only.
Can people outside the US work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions scheduled and what does cost look like?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to work together?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.