Edward L James III
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, ACSW, LMSW, CTHP (he, him)
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Individual and marital counseling is grounded in my belief that when clients feel emotionally safe, seen, and connected, their relationships can become a meaningful place for healing, growth, and resilience. I recognize that individuals and couples can experience challenges even when there is genuine care, love, and commitment. At times, past experiences, unmet emotional needs, and familiar patterns of relating can make it difficult to feel understood, connected, and emotionally safe. My role is to create a warm and supportive space where individuals and couples can better understand themselves and their relationships.
My hope is to create a welcoming and supportive space where couples can slow down, better understand their relationship patterns, and explore what may be underneath the conflict. Together, we can work toward healing relational wounds, increasing emotional awareness, strengthening communication, and creating a relationship in which both partners feel valued.
I primarily work with Black individuals who are interested in understanding how culture, family experiences, and lived experiences may influence their emotional well-being and relationships. I also welcome couples who are navigating communication challenges, emotional disconnection, trust concerns, life transitions, or other areas of relational distress.
Call or Email Edward L James III now for a free 15 minute consultation - (602) 960-2465
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $165
- Couple Sessions $165
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
Cash, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- Aetna
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Cigna and Evernorth
- Medicare
- Open Path Psychotherapy Collec
Edward L James III
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, ACSW, LMSW, CTHP
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (602) 960-2465
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Arizona / LMSW-12915 Edward James
- Attended University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, MSW, Graduated 1976
- Certificate from University of Pennsylvania Advanced Certification in Social Work Administration / 1986
- Certificate from Center for Credentialing and Education Certified TeleMental Health Provider / 2025
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Edward L James III
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, ACSW, LMSW, CTHP
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (602) 960-2465
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Marital and Premarital
- Men's Issues
- Relationship Issues
Expertise
- Cancer
- Depression
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- Mood Disorders
Edward L James III
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, ACSW, LMSW, CTHP
Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (602) 960-2465
Client Focus
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples
Ethnicity
Black and African American
Religion
Christian
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples
Ethnicity
Black and African American
Religion
Christian
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Family / Marital
- Motivational Interviewing
- Person-Centered
- Relational
- Strength-Based
Edward L James III
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, ACSW, LMSW, CTHP
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (602) 960-2465
Location
Primary Location
Integrated Mental Health Associates
8079 North 85th Way
Scottsdale, AZ 85258
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Nearby Areas
Neighborhoods
Edward L James III
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, ACSW, LMSW, CTHP
Call for a free consultation now - (602) 960-2465