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Shari-ann James, Ph.D., Licensed Psychologist & Certified Perinatal Mental Health Professional

Shari-ann James, Ph.D., Licensed Psychologist & Certified Perinatal Mental Health Professional

Orlando, Florida
VerifiedTelehealth Available

Professions: Marriage & Family Therapist, Psychologist, Psychotherapist

Languages: English

Telephone: 813-437-9755

My Approach to Therapy

I create a safe space for individuals and couples to share, grow and heal. I will guide you through the complexities of individual conflict and pain, and help you resolve relational struggles. My passion is to help individuals and couples cope and heal as they face unexpected and very painful challenges. Together we can build a relationship based on openness, understanding, and trust, and free of all judgment. I will walk with you to help you discover the tools you need to acknowledge and share your pain, and help you find the peace that allows you to move forward in a healthy way.

My Practice & Services

I am a Licensed Psychologist in the state of Florida with over 12 years of experience. I received my Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology from the University of Georgia, along with Masters degrees in Counseling Psychology and Organizational Psychology from Columbia University. Additionally, I am a professional member of Postpartum Support International (PSI) and American Society of Reproductive Medicine (ASRM).

Specific Issue(s) I'm Skilled at Helping With

Trained as a generalist psychologist, I have worked with a myriad of issues over the last decade which includes; anxiety, depression, stress management, grief and loss, relationship issues, trauma, abuse, life transitions, personal growth & enrichment, self-esteem, self-confidence and school and work related concerns. Therefore I am able to meet your needs and provide a space for your growth and healing. In addition other areas of specialization includes grief & loss concerns (miscarriage, stillbirth or other neonatal loss), challenges with fertility, and pregnancy and postpartum mood and anxiety disorders. I have received extensive bereavement training on perinatal loss through Resolve Through Sharing (RTS). In addition, I have received Professional Maternal Mental Health Certificate Training through Postpartum Support International (PSI) and 2020 Mom Project. I am also a Gottman Trained Educator for the Bringing Baby Home Program, which is a program for new parents experiencing the transition to parenthood

Expertise & Specialties

Age Groups I Work With

TeensAdults

Groups I Work With

I provide therapy for individuals and couples focusing on several areas, which may include; relationship concerns, anxiety, depression, self-exploration and personal growth, self-esteem, trauma recovery, work-life-family balance and life transitions.

Concerns & Challenges Addressed

AbandonmentAbortion / Post Abortion IssuesAbuse / Abuse Survivor IssuesAcademic ConcernsAdjusting to Change / Life TransitionsAdoption / Reunion IssuesAgoraphobiaAnger

Therapeutic Approaches & Evidence-Based Methods

Depth-Oriented Brief TherapyEmotion Focused TherapyHumanistic Psychology (humanism)Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT)Object RelationsPsychodynamicSelf Psychology

Location & Contact

Primary Office

734 Irma Ave

Orlando, Florida, 32803

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