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Dnaydavina James

Dnaydavina James

LPC

Therapist · Oklahoma · 22+ years of experience

Compassionate counselor for tough emotions

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  • Anger management
  • Addiction support
  • Self-esteem work

About Dnaydavina

Dnaydavina James is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Oklahoma with 22 years of experience. She focuses on helping people navigate difficult emotions and life changes. Parents and adults reading on a phone will find clear, straightforward language and a calm tone.

James centers her work on practical skills. She helps people manage anger, work through addiction concerns, and strengthen self-esteem. Sessions often include communication strategies and ways to cope with depression and major life shifts.

Her approach blends Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing. That means she looks at how thoughts and behaviors interact, brings attention to present-moment experience, and uses guided conversations to support motivation for change.

She emphasizes a collaborative process. Clients set goals and James offers tools and feedback to reach them. The focus is on small, usable steps that add up over time.

James also addresses a range of related issues such as impulsivity, codependency, family of origin concerns, blended family stress, infidelity, and caregiver strain. She uses straightforward language and concrete techniques so clients can try new ways of responding between sessions.

Areas of expertise

Additional focus areas

Antisocial personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsImpulsivityInfidelityJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational Interviewing

Experience

22+ years

Credentials

Oklahoma, Oregon

Languages

English

How therapeutic approaches translate to online work

Dnaydavina James uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice thought and behavior patterns. That approach focuses on practical exercises and small behavior changes to reduce anger, depression, or problematic habits.

She also incorporates Mindfulness Therapy, which teaches simple attention and breathing exercises. Mindfulness can help reduce reactivity and create breathing room when strong emotions arise.

Motivational Interviewing appears in her work as a collaborative conversation style. It supports people who feel stuck or ambivalent about change by helping them find their own reasons to move forward.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. The therapist works together with each person to pick methods that fit their goals and preferences. That collaboration can shift over time as needs change.

Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life. It can reduce travel time, allow shorter check-ins, and help people connect from different locations. The profile does not list specific session formats, so confirm the available options before scheduling. A clear plan is made together to focus on skills and steps that translate into daily life.

At a glance

Listed location
Oklahoma
Experience
22+ years
Credentials
LPC
Languages
English
License (Oklahoma)
LPC · No. LPC03362
License (Oregon)
LPC · No. C9782
NPI
1043396641

As listed by the therapist. You can check a license with the state board and an NPI with the national registry.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does this therapist address?

She helps people with anger, addictions, low self-esteem, depression, and coping with life changes. Additional areas include communication problems, impulsivity, and family of origin issues.

What is the therapist's style in sessions?

The approach is collaborative and practical. Expect clear conversation, skills practice, and goal-focused planning aligned with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, and Motivational Interviewing.

How much clinical experience does the therapist have?

She brings 22 years of professional experience as a counselor. That background informs how she supports people through change and recovery.

What credentials and location apply to this therapist?

She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Oklahoma. Licensing is listed as OR LPC and OK LPC in her profile.

Which languages are supported and can international clients connect?

Sessions are offered in English. International clients are accepted according to the profile.

What session formats are offered?

The original biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options with the service before booking.

How are session costs handled?

Costs vary by location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with this therapist?

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Before you start

  • Online talk therapy is not a court-ordered or mandated anger-management course, and it does not provide attendance certificates.
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