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Dnaydavina James

LPC

Compassionate, practical support for life challenges

  • CBT and mindfulness
  • Addiction and mood
  • Helps build self-esteem

About Dnaydavina

Dnaydavina James is an LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) practicing in Oklahoma with 22 years of experience. She focuses on practical, down-to-earth work to help people manage depression, addiction concerns, anger, and low self-esteem. She aims to help clients strengthen self-worth and improve everyday communication skills.

Her approach is collaborative and straightforward. She uses techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing to help people spot unhelpful patterns and try different ways of coping. Sessions emphasize building small, sustainable habits and clearer thinking rather than quick fixes.

James often supports people facing life changes such as separation or shifts in family roles. She also addresses body image, codependency, caregiver stress, and problems tied to family of origin. Her work includes helping people dealing with impulsivity, substance use concerns, and relationship challenges like infidelity or commitment doubts.

She describes therapy as a space to practice new skills and strengthen resilience. Conversations are paced to match each person's needs, with a focus on usable strategies for daily life. She welcomes people who prefer a progressive, non-religious stance in therapy.

Sessions are conducted in English and the practice accepts international clients. Prospective clients are invited to begin by using the platform's start process and scheduling to see if her style fits their needs.

How therapy approaches guide online work

Dnaydavina James draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness Therapy to shape her online sessions. CBT focuses on identifying thinking and behavior patterns that keep problems going and then testing new ways of responding; it is often used for depression, anxiety, and habit changes. Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple attention and breathing practices to reduce reactivity and increase present-moment awareness, which can help with anger and stress.

She also uses Motivational Interviewing to support people making changes around substance use or other difficult behaviors. That approach helps clients clarify their own reasons for change and build motivation in manageable steps. Figuring out which mix of methods fits best is part of the work, and she collaborates with each person to shape the plan around their goals and preferences.

Practical online benefits often include fitting sessions around work or caregiving, shorter check-ins when schedules are tight, and easier access when travel is difficult. Session formats were not listed in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. The therapist will help tailor session pacing and tasks so therapy fits into daily life and supports steady progress.

License and NPI

LPC Oklahoma · No. LPC03362
LPC Oregon · No. C9782
NPI1043396641

As shown on the therapist's profile. You can check a license with the state board and an NPI with the national registry.

Areas of expertise

Additional focus areas

Antisocial personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsImpulsivityInfidelityJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational Interviewing

Experience

22+ years

Credentials

Oklahoma, Oregon

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does she help with?

She commonly helps people facing addictions, depression, anger, low self-esteem, and coping with life changes. Additional focuses include body image, codependency, caregiver stress, family origin issues, and relationship problems.

What is her therapy style like?

Her style is collaborative and practical. She uses clear, skill-based work to change thinking and behavior over time.

How much experience does she have?

She has 22 years of professional experience providing counseling and related support to adults in a variety of life stages.

Where is she licensed and based?

She holds an LPC credential and practices in Oklahoma.

Which languages are supported?

Sessions are offered in English, and she accepts international clients.

What session formats are available?

Session formats were not specified in the biography. Please confirm current session options before booking.

How does cost and billing work?

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

How do I get started?

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

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