James Liles, LPC
Licensed counselor for trauma, relationships, and change
- Addictions and recovery
- Couples and family
- Trauma-informed care
About James Liles
James Liles is a Licensed Professional Counselor with a long history in the emotional healing field, bringing more than 25 years of experience in related work and 14 years practicing as an LPC. He combines academic training and practical experience to support people facing addiction, relationship and family challenges, career transitions, trauma and abuse, grief, mood concerns, and a range of stress and coping issues. James holds two master’s degrees from the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor, a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Louisiana Tech University, and a minor in military science from Grambling State University. He also previously earned a teaching degree and was licensed as a special education teacher EC-12 and as a secondary educational counselor.
Over the course of his career he has worked with diverse populations, including service members returning with combat-related trauma during his private practice in Killeen, Texas. He has trained in EAGALA equine-assisted therapy techniques and has supported teens, couples, and families with behavioral and relational concerns. More recently he has contributed to corporate wellness resiliency and life coaching initiatives, broadening his clinical perspective.
James favors an eclectic, client-centered approach that blends multiple theories and techniques to suit individual needs. He emphasizes building genuine therapeutic relationships and being fully present in sessions. Outside of professional work he enjoys cooking, exercising, and spending time with his spouse, practices that reflect his commitment to balanced self-care and wellbeing.
Over the course of his career he has worked with diverse populations, including service members returning with combat-related trauma during his private practice in Killeen, Texas. He has trained in EAGALA equine-assisted therapy techniques and has supported teens, couples, and families with behavioral and relational concerns. More recently he has contributed to corporate wellness resiliency and life coaching initiatives, broadening his clinical perspective.
James favors an eclectic, client-centered approach that blends multiple theories and techniques to suit individual needs. He emphasizes building genuine therapeutic relationships and being fully present in sessions. Outside of professional work he enjoys cooking, exercising, and spending time with his spouse, practices that reflect his commitment to balanced self-care and wellbeing.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesDepression
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAttachment issuesCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCommunication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDissociationDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Social anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Existential Therapy Jungian Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does James Liles have?
James Liles has 14 years of experience as a Licensed Professional Counselor.
Is James Liles a licensed therapist?
Yes. He holds the LPC credential - Licensed Professional Counselor. License details: TX LPC 63247.
In which languages does James Liles provide therapy?
James Liles provides therapy in English.
Where is James Liles located?
James Liles is located in Texas.
How can I work with James Liles as my therapist?
You can work with James Liles through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does James Liles work with international clients?
James Liles does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with James Liles cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending 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, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just 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 for online sessions
James integrates client-centered therapy, which focuses on creating a respectful, nonjudgmental space where the client's own goals and insights guide progress. This approach is well suited to relationship concerns, grief, and personal growth work. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, is also a common component of his practice - it helps identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and is often used for anxiety, depression, stress, and some trauma-related symptoms. Motivational Interviewing is another approach he uses when addressing addictions and ambivalence about change; it emphasizes collaboration and supports a person's intrinsic motivation to make meaningful changes.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and James works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. He adapts techniques over time as progress and priorities evolve, keeping the client's experience central to planning.
Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, which provide flexibility for different schedules and communication styles. These formats make it easier to attend sessions from home, coordinate around work or family commitments, and maintain continuity of care when in-person meetings are difficult, while still engaging with licensed professionals and therapists in focused therapeutic work.