James Orwig

James Orwig is a compassionate therapist who seeks to empower his clients—preteens, teens, adults, and elders—by engaging them in a collaborative journey toward personal growth. He understands that individuals aiming to work with him desire to identify personal goals, tackle behaviors that hinder their success, and discover resources that foster empowerment. With a deep commitment to understanding how adverse life experiences shape behavior, James helps clients transition from survival mechanisms that once served them to healthier coping strategies that enhance their present experience. He encourages his clients to experiment with new behaviors between sessions and diligently assesses their progress through outcome rating scales that capture their self-assessment and feedback about the therapeutic relationship. Rather than focusing on what is wrong with his clients, James emphasizes understanding their past experiences, current struggles, and future aspirations. His training in hypnotherapy and trauma-focused therapy uniquely positions him to help clients explore internal dynamics and resources for change, all while prioritizing healing that avoids re-traumatization. James is dedicated to carefully listening to his clients’ descriptions of their challenges, enabling him to better understand their identities and histories. With his expertise, he aspires to enhance his clients' capacity to live fully in the present, diminish feelings of worry and sadness, and cultivate effective stress management skills.