- Humanistic approach
- Practical tools
- Respectful listening
About James
Dr. James Chavers greets visitors with a calm, direct style. He is a California psychologist who aims to help people facing stress, anxiety, depression, self esteem concerns, and relationship difficulties. He also supports people dealing with trauma, addiction, grief, sleep problems, anger, and career questions. He writes plainly and values respect and dignity in every session.
Dr. Chavers earned a master’s degree and a doctorate in clinical psychology at Antioch University Santa Barbara. He has nine years of clinical experience working in jails and prisons, community health clinics, and college settings. That work included supporting older adults living with HIV, people with addiction and other life-course illnesses, and students navigating the pressures of school and early adulthood.
In sessions he draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy. He blends humanistic values with practical strategies, helping people notice what matters to them and take small, steady steps forward. He describes the ideal therapeutic relationship as one that is accepting, honest, and supportive.
He has experience addressing gender and sexuality concerns, including work related to LGBT and gender dysphoria issues, and has supported people with intimacy, BDSM and kink topics in a nonjudgmental way. He also works with clients navigating family-of-origin problems, divorce, caregiving stress, and immigration-related challenges.
Dr. Chavers uses the pronouns he/him/his and practices in California as CA Psychologist 32025. If you want a straightforward, compassionate clinician who combines practical tools with attentive listening, his approach may suit you.
Dr. Chavers earned a master’s degree and a doctorate in clinical psychology at Antioch University Santa Barbara. He has nine years of clinical experience working in jails and prisons, community health clinics, and college settings. That work included supporting older adults living with HIV, people with addiction and other life-course illnesses, and students navigating the pressures of school and early adulthood.
In sessions he draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy. He blends humanistic values with practical strategies, helping people notice what matters to them and take small, steady steps forward. He describes the ideal therapeutic relationship as one that is accepting, honest, and supportive.
He has experience addressing gender and sexuality concerns, including work related to LGBT and gender dysphoria issues, and has supported people with intimacy, BDSM and kink topics in a nonjudgmental way. He also works with clients navigating family-of-origin problems, divorce, caregiving stress, and immigration-related challenges.
Dr. Chavers uses the pronouns he/him/his and practices in California as CA Psychologist 32025. If you want a straightforward, compassionate clinician who combines practical tools with attentive listening, his approach may suit you.