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James Gibb, LCPC, LPC

Practical therapy grounded in insight and real-life skills
  • Anger anxiety depression support
  • Mindfulness and ACT skills
  • Teens and adults

About James Gibb

James Gibb, LCPC, LPC, is a licensed professional counselor based in Illinois with 15 years of experience supporting adults and adolescents. Drawing on the idea that therapy can serve as a practice space for real life, he focuses on helping people build skills in session and then carry those skills into everyday situations, relationships, and long-term goals.

He specializes in managing anger, depression, and anxiety, and he also enjoys working with highly intelligent teens and adults who feel out of step socially or who struggle with adjustment. This includes support for individuals on the high-functioning end of the autism spectrum. His work emphasizes both practical strategies and thoughtful reflection, with regular client feedback to keep sessions responsive and relevant.

James uses an integrative style that may include client-centered therapy, mindfulness-based methods, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), cognitive-behavioral techniques, and existential therapy. With a background in philosophy, he can also offer philosophical counseling when it fits the client’s needs, incorporating ideas from thinkers such as Nietzsche, Sartre, Schopenhauer, Kant, Yalom, Spinoza, and Heidegger. When appropriate, he can administer personality and intelligence tests as part of a broader understanding of strengths, patterns, and challenges.

Areas of Expertise

Also Specializes In

LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

Aging and geriatric issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDivorce and separationEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposePanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSocial anxiety and phobia

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Existential Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does James Gibb have?

James Gibb has 15 years of experience providing therapy.

Is James Gibb a licensed therapist?

Yes. James Gibb is licensed as an LCPC and an LPC. License details include IL LCPC 180008191 and OR LPC C4642.

In which languages does James Gibb provide therapy?

James Gibb provides therapy in English.

Where is James Gibb located?

James Gibb is located in Illinois.

How can I work with James Gibb as my therapist?

You can work with James Gibb through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, depending on what fits your needs and scheduling.

Does James Gibb work with international clients?

Yes. James Gibb works with international clients.

How much does therapy with James Gibb cost?

The cost of therapy can vary based on factors such as your location and the therapist’s availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the “Start Therapy” button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the “Start Therapy” button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic Approaches That Translate Well to Online Care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps clients notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, while also building actions that align with personal values. It can be especially useful when anxiety, depression, anger, or major life changes make it hard to stay grounded and move forward.

Mindfulness therapy supports present-moment awareness and helps people relate differently to stress reactions. Over time, mindfulness skills can make it easier to pause, regulate emotions, and respond more intentionally in relationships, at work, or during challenging transitions.

Client-centered therapy offers a supportive, respectful space where the client’s perspective leads the work. This approach can be helpful for building self-esteem, clarifying what matters most, and strengthening confidence in decision-making.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. James Gibb works collaboratively, tailoring sessions to the client’s needs, goals, and preferences and adjusting along the way based on what feels most helpful.

Online therapy also offers practical flexibility. Clients can meet with him through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to get consistent support while balancing school, work, family responsibilities, travel, or changing schedules.

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