James Murtha
Clinical Social Work/Therapist (he, him)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
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Let's Connect (734) 540-1628
You look like you’re doing fine — maybe even thriving — but the inside story tells a different truth. Your mind never seems to shut off. You replay conversations, overanalyze decisions, and put enormous pressure on yourself to get everything right. People see you as dependable, put-together, “the strong one”… but they don’t see the anxiety, exhaustion, or self-criticism that follows you everywhere.
Whether you're an athlete overcoming setbacks, adjusting to life with a disability, or seeking guidance to manage the pressures to perform, you deserve to feel better - and I can get you there faster.
I specialize in helping high-functioning teens (15+) and adults slow down their thoughts, regulate anxiety, and build a life that feels calmer and less performative. Together, we’ll work on practical tools you can use immediately — grounding, thought restructuring, nervous-system regulation — while exploring why you feel you must .always hold it together.
You don’t have to carry everything alone; we are better together. Therapy can give you the ultimate competitive advantage. I will provide an empowering space tailored to you, while getting practical support to help you feel more confident and in control again.
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $175
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
Discover, Mastercard, Venmo, Visa, ZelleInsurance
- Aetna
- Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shi
- BCBS of Michigan Medicare Adv
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Mich
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Carelon Behavioral Health
- Cigna and Evernorth
- Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield
- Independence Blue Cross Pennsy
- Optum
- Oxford
- Priority Health
- Quest Behavioral Health
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
- Out of Network
James Murtha
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (734) 540-1628
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Michigan / 6801119142 James Murtha
- In Practice for 10 years
- Attended University of Michigan School of Social Work, MSW, Graduated 2018
- License: State of Connecticut Department Of Public Health will work with 15139 / 2025
- License: Florida Department of Health TPSW4852 / 2024
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
James Murtha
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (734) 540-1628
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Anxiety
- Sports Performance
- Chronic Illness
Expertise
- ADHD
- Anger Management
- Bipolar Disorder
- Career Counseling
- Caregivers
- Chronic Pain
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- First Responders
- Geriatric and Seniors
- Grief
- Impulse Control Disorders
- Life Coaching
- Life Transitions
- Men's Issues
- Mood Disorders
- Peer Relationships
- Self Esteem
- Spirituality
- Stress
- Thinking Disorders
- Veterans
James Murtha
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (734) 540-1628
Client Focus
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Religion
Christian
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Religion
Christian
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Christian Counseling
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative
- Person-Centered
- Strength-Based
James Murtha
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (734) 540-1628
Location
Additional Location
Saginaw, MI 48604
(734) 540-1628