Dr. James Guinee
Arkansas psychologist specializing in relationships and anxiety
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About
Dr. James Guinee is a licensed psychologist in Arkansas with nearly 30 years of professional experience. Much of his career was spent working in university counseling centers, and since 2020 he has expanded into contract work with a local hospital, employee assistance programs, and online practice. He approaches therapy as a collaborative process that emphasizes listening, honest feedback, and practical steps toward the goals a person brings to sessions.
His clinical interests include depression and anxiety that stem from irrational beliefs and overthinking, relationship concerns, grief and loss, nightmares and dream interpretation, anger management, and low self-esteem. He also works with attachment difficulties, avoidance and dependent personality patterns, codependency, communication and control issues, fatherhood matters, and questions about life purpose and self-love.
For the past 25 years he has provided couples therapy and premarital counseling and prefers to work with both partners who are committed to the process. He does not work with addictions, the mental health impact of physical illness, same sex attraction when affirmation is not desired, sexual identity questioning, or sexual intimacy problems. He checks messages throughout the day and aims to respond promptly while maintaining a calm, collaborative stance in sessions.
His clinical interests include depression and anxiety that stem from irrational beliefs and overthinking, relationship concerns, grief and loss, nightmares and dream interpretation, anger management, and low self-esteem. He also works with attachment difficulties, avoidance and dependent personality patterns, codependency, communication and control issues, fatherhood matters, and questions about life purpose and self-love.
For the past 25 years he has provided couples therapy and premarital counseling and prefers to work with both partners who are committed to the process. He does not work with addictions, the mental health impact of physical illness, same sex attraction when affirmation is not desired, sexual identity questioning, or sexual intimacy problems. He checks messages throughout the day and aims to respond promptly while maintaining a calm, collaborative stance in sessions.
- Location:
- Arkansas, United States
- Years Experience:
- 28
- Gender:
- Male
- Languages Spoken:
- English
- Therapist of Color:
- No
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:Relationship issues, Grief, Anger management, Self esteem, Coping with life changes
Other areas of experience: Stress, Anxiety, Family conflicts, Parenting issues, Career difficulties, Depression, Attachment issues, Avoidant personality, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Dependent personality, Fatherhood issues, Forgiveness, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Self-love, Young adult issues
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: AR Psychologist 97-02P
- NPI Number: 1528766169
- License: Psychologist (Arkansas)
Remote sessions grounded in values and emotion-focused work
Dr. Guinee blends Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Client-Centered Therapy to support people who want both practical tools and a warm, respectful therapy relationship. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps clarify personal values and encourages committed action in the presence of uncomfortable thoughts and feelings. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening, empathy, and collaborative feedback so that the pace and focus are set together.
He also uses Emotionally-Focused Therapy to address attachment and relationship patterns, and Solution-Focused Therapy when the aim is to identify concrete steps and short-term goals. These approaches can be combined depending on whether a person prefers exploring emotions and relationship dynamics or pursuing targeted problem-solving. Dr. Guinee offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different communication preferences and to maintain regular contact between scheduled sessions.
What is Dr. Guinee's clinical background?
He has 28 years of professional experience, having spent the majority of his career in university counseling centers and, since 2020, providing contract services with a local hospital, employee assistance programs, and online practice.
What credentials does he hold?
He is licensed as AR Psychologist 97-02P.
Which languages does he offer services in?
Services are provided in English.
Where is he based?
He is located in Arkansas.
How can someone work with him remotely?
Remote options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging.
Does he accept international clients?
Yes. This profile indicates he accepts international clients.
What does it cost to work with him?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How does someone get started?
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