What's My Approach to Therapy?
Are you feeling trapped by depression, haunted by posttraumatic stress (PTSD), or overwhelmed by anxiety that makes every day a struggle? Maybe you suspect attention-deficit hyperactivity (ADHD) is derailing your focus, or you’re reeling from a painful relationship or past trauma—whether from childhood or recent events. Perhaps you’re supporting a loved one through these challenges, and feel lost yourself. If you’re at a breaking point, wondering if hope is out of reach, I’m here to tell you: you’re not alone, and I can help.
I’m James Burnham, EdD, LPC, with Adagio Counseling in Oklahoma, and I offer a safe, nonjudgmental space—whether in person near Oklahoma City, or via secure telehealth statewide. My clients see me as a steady, compassionate guide who listens deeply and moves at their pace, like a trusted partner on their healing journey. With years of experience, I’m dedicated to helping you find clarity, strength, and well-being.
Together, we’ll navigate your path at a rhythm that feels right for you. I use proven approaches like eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) to process trauma, the Gottman Method to mend relationships, acceptance and commitment therapy to build resilience, and even ketamine-assisted therapy for breakthrough results when needed. We’ll set goals you feel good about, blending practical tools with deep, meaningful work to help you not just survive, but thrive. If you’re ready to take that brave first step, reach out—I’m here to guide you toward hope and healing, one steady moment at a time.
Specific Issue(s) I'm Skilled at Helping With
As licensed clinical counselor, I?m here to guide you through life?s toughest challenges with compassion and expertise at Adagio Counseling in Oklahoma. If you?re overwhelmed by anxiety or stress, I use tools like mindfulness and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help you find calm and control. Struggling with depression?s weight or feeling hopeless? I?ll work with you to rediscover joy and purpose through tailored, strengths-based strategies. For those facing PTSD or trauma?whether from childhood or recent events?I offer EMDR and trauma-informed care to gently process pain and rebuild resilience. If ADHD is disrupting your focus or organization, I provide practical tools to manage symptoms and harness your strengths, whether you?re newly diagnosed or seeking support. Relationship challenges? Using the Gottman Method, I help couples and individuals navigate conflict, rebuild trust, or heal from breakups. I also support women tackling unique issues like life transitions, self-esteem, or stress, and those who have been a victim of emotional or narcissistic abuse, creating a safe space to thrive. We'll move at your pace to help you shift from struggle to strength. Reach out, and let?s start your journey together.
What I Love about Being a Psychotherapist
Every day, I get to witness the incredible strength of people like you?those who take the brave step to face anxiety, heal from trauma, or rebuild relationships. As James Burnham, EdD, LPC, at Adagio Counseling, what I love most about being a therapist is being your steady partner in those lightbulb moments: when you find a new way to manage ADHD, rediscover hope after PTSD, or reconnect with a partner through our Gottman Method work. It?s humbling to see you move from feeling stuck to thriving, at your own pace.
I?m energized by tailoring our work to fit you?whether it?s using EMDR to process a painful memory, exploring Ketamine-Assisted Therapy for a breakthrough, or simply listening as you untangle life?s challenges. Based near Oklahoma City with telehealth statewide, I love making therapy accessible, whether you?re in Tulsa or a rural town. Helping you find calm, strength, and a path forward, one intentional step at a time?that?s why I do this work. It?s not just a job; it?s a privilege to be part of your journey.
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