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Dr. James Tucker

Dr. James Tucker

FL Psychologist PY9444

Therapist · Florida · 42+ years of experience

Experienced Florida psychologist for anger support

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  • 42 years experience
  • Values focused
  • Clear practical steps

About James

Dr. James Tucker uses a person-centered approach to help people manage anger and related concerns. He focuses on clear, practical steps people can use right away. He speaks plainly, listens carefully, and keeps conversations focused on the issues you bring. He is Dr. James Tucker, a Florida psychologist with 42 years of experience.

In sessions he builds a warm, nonjudgmental space where people can talk about anger, relationships, trauma, and stress. He helps people name what they are feeling and try small changes that fit their life. He often combines acceptance-based ideas with behavioral tools to reduce reactivity and improve daily coping.

He has worked with a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, grief, sleep problems, parenting strain, and bipolar challenges. He also addresses jealousy, multicultural issues, prejudice and discrimination, and seasonal mood shifts. His background includes long experience helping people through big life changes.

Dr. Tucker uses a mix of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Emotionally-Focused Therapy, existential ideas, and client-centered work. That mix lets him match practical exercises to a person’s values and goals. Sessions are collaborative and paced to each person’s needs.

He practices in Florida as a FL Psychologist PY9444. If you want straightforward support for anger or related struggles, he offers steady, experienced care and helps people take the next step toward change.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Relationship issuesTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesSelf esteemDepression

Also works with

Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsGriefSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesADHD

Additional focus areas

JealousyVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMulticultural concernsPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Existential TherapyMindfulness TherapyPsychodynamic TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

42+ years

Credentials

Florida

Languages

English

How his therapeutic approaches shape online care

Dr. Tucker often blends Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people manage anger and related problems. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy focuses on noticing difficult thoughts and feelings while moving toward what matters most. It can help reduce struggles that keep people stuck. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy looks at patterns of thinking and behavior and offers practical exercises to change unhelpful reactions and lower distress.

Choosing a good approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with each person to see which ideas fit their goals and lifestyle. Together they will try techniques and adjust based on what helps most, so the plan changes as needs change.

The biography does not list specific online session formats, so confirm available options before booking. Many people find that remote sessions make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, keep regular momentum between meetings, and practice skills in real-life settings. Others prefer to meet in person when that is offered. The main benefit is that therapy can be scheduled around everyday demands, and the therapist will help match the approach to what will work best for each person.

At a glance

Listed location
Florida
Experience
42+ years
Credentials
FL Psychologist PY9444
Languages
English
License (Florida)
Psychologist · No. PY9444
NPI
1700937638

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Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does this therapist help with?

He addresses anger alongside relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, intimacy issues, self-esteem, depression, stress, anxiety, grief, sleep problems, parenting strain, career change, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and related topics.

What is the therapist's basic style in sessions?

He offers a client-centered approach that listens first and then introduces practical exercises. You can expect calm, direct conversation and steps you can try between sessions.

How much experience does the therapist have?

He brings 42 years of professional work experience helping people with anger, relationships, trauma, and other concerns.

What credentials and location are listed?

He is a Florida psychologist listed as FL Psychologist PY9444 and practices in Florida.

Which languages are supported and can international clients join?

Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.

What session formats does he offer?

The biography does not specify session formats. Please confirm current session options before scheduling.

How does pricing work for sessions?

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

What are the steps to begin therapy?

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

Before you start

  • Online talk therapy is not a court-ordered or mandated anger-management course, and it does not provide attendance certificates.
  • Check that the location and license details above fit where you live.
  • If anyone is at risk of being harmed, contact emergency services or a domestic-abuse helpline first. See the support lines for the US, UK and Australia.
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