James Panozzo, LPC

James Panozzo is a licensed professional counselor (LPC) in Michigan with 15 years of counseling experience. He draws on years of prior work in manufacturing roles to bring a practical, results-focused approach to therapy. He aims to create a calm space where people can talk without judgment and begin to make manageable changes.

He often uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and shift how they respond to stress and anxiety. Sessions focus on clear skills and small steps that can be practiced between meetings. The work is straightforward and aimed at solving present problems while building long-term coping skills.

James also supports people working through depression, self-esteem struggles, career challenges, and life transitions. He addresses issues like attachment struggles, forgiveness, guilt and shame, life purpose, money concerns, and workplace stress. His background in finance and quality control informs his interest in practical problem solving.

James has experience working with clients who use insurance. He offers a respectful, nonjudgmental stance and encourages clients to set goals that matter to them. People who prefer concrete tools and collaborative planning often find his style a good fit.

Sessions move at a steady pace and emphasize skill-building, perspective shifts, and real-world application. James helps people track progress and adjust strategies so therapy stays relevant to daily life.

CBT-based care delivered online

James uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help people spot patterns in thinking that feed anxiety, low mood, and stress, then try different responses. CBT involves short-term, focused work on thoughts and behaviors so people can regain control of day-to-day life.

The choice of approach is collaborative. He will work with each person to figure out what methods match their goals and preferences. Together they set clear goals, try practical strategies, and adjust the plan based on what helps most.

Online sessions are offered as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to increase flexibility. Video calls are useful when visual connection helps the conversation. Phone sessions can be simpler when bandwidth is limited or a shorter check-in is needed. Live chat and text messaging let people send updates or work on tools between sessions and can fit into busy schedules. These options make it easier to keep therapy consistent while juggling work, family, and other commitments.