James Tillman
Level 3 Trained

James Tillman

LPCC

332 16th Place Manhattan beach, CA  90266 United States
208 S 3rd Street MH WILMINGTON, NC  28401 United States
Provides online therapy
Languages

English

Availability

Telehealth

Insurance Accepted

No

Payment Methods
  • Credit cards
  • Sliding scale
  • Venmo
  • Wire Transfer
  • Zelle
Qualifications
  • Degree: M.A., M.Div.
  • Field: Mental Health Counseling/Theology
  • Year graduated: 1988
  • Practice since: 2009
  • License states: CA
About

I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (CA) and mental-health professional based in North Carolina, offering telehealth counseling for California residents and life-coaching services nationwide. My practice blends Gottman Method principles, evidence-based counseling, and a warm, structured approach that helps individuals and couples break unhealthy patterns and build lasting connection.

My philosophy is simple: emotions are wonderful companions but terrible leaders. I help clients understand their emotional patterns, reduce reactivity, and create safer, more meaningful interactions. Using Gottman assessment tools, the Sound Relationship House, and practical communication strategies, I guide couples in repairing trust, turning conflict into teamwork, and strengthening friendship and intimacy.

My work draws from CBT, neuroscience, attachment theory, trauma-sensitive care, and—when clients desire it—faith-integrated counseling that honors Christian values and supports emotional and spiritual growth. Clients appreciate my balance of compassion and direction, creating space for honest conversations while offering clear tools for change.

Whether you’re navigating communication breakdown, chronic conflict, anxiety, betrayal recovery, or questions of identity and purpose, I provide a calm, supportive environment focused on measurable progress and long-term transformation.

Special populations

Christian or spiritually seeking couples and individuals

Services
  • Online Therapy
  • Individual
  • Couples
  • Coaching
  • Speaking Engagements
Specialties
  • ADHD
  • Affairs
  • Anger
  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Emotional Abuse
  • Grief
  • Obsessions Compulsions
  • Panic
  • Parenting
  • Phobias
  • Pre Marital
  • PTSD
  • Social Anxiety
Specialized Ages
  • Teens
  • Adults
  • Elders