Small, consistent actions lead to significant change over time.
As a counselor, I believe our behaviors are reflections of our thoughts, emotions and experiences. I employ evidence-based behavioral therapy techniques, to help you understand and reshape unhelpful behaviors and develop healthier patterns that align with your personal and professional goals.
My practical, goal-oriented approach addresses immediate challenges and equips you with enduring tools for meaningful change. Our sessions will be supportive and nonjudgmental and will allow you to freely explore your thoughts and feelings. Together, we will establish clear, achievable goals and develop actionable strategies to empower you to make positive, lasting changes in your life.
Areas of Practice
Substance Abuse
Compassionate support and evidence-based treatment are provided for individuals struggling with substance abuse disorders. The focus is on understanding underlying issues, fostering healthy coping strategies and promoting lasting recovery through personalized care and community resources.
Mental Health Concerns
Specialization in a wide range of mental health issues, including anxiety, depression, trauma and stress management. Various therapeutic techniques are utilized to tailor the approach to each individual’s needs, helping clients gain insight, build resilience and enhance emotional well-being.
Family Recovery
Family therapy is offered to navigate the challenges of addiction and support loved ones in recovery. The emphasis is on improving communication, rebuilding trust, and fostering a healthy family dynamic, ensuring that everyone has the tools needed for healing and growth.
Fulfillment and Meaning
Guidance is provided to help clients discover their purpose and achieve personal fulfillment. By exploring values, goals, and passions, individuals are empowered to create meaningful lives that align with their authentic selves, fostering growth and self-acceptance.
Men’s psychology
Men face unique challenges that can impact their mental health and overall well-being.
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- Emotional Expression: Many men struggle with societal expectations that discourage vulnerability. I help clients learn to articulate their feelings, enhancing emotional intelligence and fostering healthier relationships.
- Intimacy Issues: Navigating intimacy can be complex. I address barriers to emotional and physical closeness, helping clients build stronger connections with their partners and enhance overall relationship satisfaction.
- Vulnerability in Relationships: Embracing vulnerability is essential for deepening connections. I guide men in understanding the power of vulnerability and how it can lead to more authentic and fulfilling relationships.
- Stress and Anxiety Management: Juggling work, family, and personal expectations can lead to significant stress. I assist men in managing anxiety effectively and developing coping strategies that resonate with their lives.
- Identity and Masculinity: I explore the complex constructs of masculinity and identity, addressing how cultural narratives shape personal experiences, including those related to fatherhood, career pressures, and social roles.
- Parenting Difficulties: Parenting presents unique challenges that can be particularly daunting. I provide support and strategies to foster positive parenting experiences, improve communication with children, and strengthen family bonds.
- Relationships and Communication: Effective communication is vital in all relationships. I offer tools and strategies to improve interpersonal dynamics, whether with partners, friends, or colleagues.
- Work-Life Balance: Many men struggle to balance professional ambitions with personal fulfillment. Together, we can create a sustainable life balance that prioritizes well-being and satisfaction.
Specialized Areas of Expertise
Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Helping you recognize and challenge negative thought patterns that influence your behavior.
Behavioral Activation
Encouraging active engagement in positive, mood-boosting activities to enhance motivation and well-being.
Habit Formation
Guiding you in establishing healthy habits that support your personal and professional goals.
Stress and Anxiety Management
Offering practical tools and techniques to reduce stress and effectively manage anxiety.
Trust Consultation and Compliance
As a therapist and consultant, I offer compassionate, professional guidance to help individuals and families navigate the complexities of trust creation and management. When substance abuse is part of someone’s journey, accessing substantial funds can pose significant risks if not approached thoughtfully. My services encompass trust terms consultation and oversight of beneficiary compliance, while ensuring the highest level of confidentiality
Through ongoing monitoring and regular communication with trustees, I ensure that beneficiaries adhere to the trust’s guidelines, honoring the grantor’s intentions. Together, we can cultivate clarity, confidence, and peace of mind in managing your trust. As a Certified Financial Planner™, I have the expertise to support trustees in fulfilling their obligations effectively. *Investment Advice is not offered*
James Schneider
Palm Beach Counseling
Counseling Packages
I offer flexible packages tailored to meet the unique needs of individuals and families. Whether you’re dealing with a crisis, seeking long-term growth, or managing complex family dynamics, I’m here to provide support every step of the way.
Hourly Sessions
One-on-one sessions are designed to address specific concerns or provide ongoing guidance.
Concierge Packages
Customized support for families, offering in-depth guidance on family systems and dynamics to foster healthier relationships and communication. Sessions may take place at a client’s home or office, when appropriate.
Crisis Management
Comprehensive support through assessment, intervention, treatment, and aftercare services, tailored to your immediate needs.
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”The secret of change is to focus all of your energy not on fighting the old but on building the new.