What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.67
Average wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
4.94
“Dr. Norwood has this incredible way of creating a space where I feel truly seen and understood. He’s helped me connect the dots in my relationships and understand my own patterns on a deeper level.”
LAMore than 1 year ago
“Dr. Norwood’s approach is next level—thoughtful and genuinely insightful. He doesn’t just listen; he gets to the underlying patterns in a way that's made a real impact. Highly recommend if you're looking for serious depth and perspective.”
AAMore than 1 year ago
About Dr. James Norwood
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Seniors (65+)
Identity
Gender
MaleLanguages spoken
English
Getting to know Dr. James Norwood
James Norwood, PsyD, is a licensed clinical psychologist (CA License #33379) and the Clinical Director of the Free Association Clinic. In addition to his private practice, he supervises and mentors early-career clinicians, ensuring patients receive thoughtful, high-quality care.
Dr. Norwood is not currently accepting new patients for individual treatment.
For patients seeking care in Santa Monica, this profile may be used to schedule with his associate, Jerzy Kaufmann, PhD, who is currently accepting new patients under Dr. Norwood’s supervision. Dr. Norwood provides clinical oversight, while Jerzy conducts the sessions directly.
Associates at the Free Association Clinic for Existential Psychotherapy and Psychoanalysis offer both private pay and insurance-based care.
Select insurance plans, including Blue Shield of California, Cigna Evernorth, and Aetna Behavioral Health, may be accepted depending on provider availability. Please contact the clinic to confirm current options.
To ensure thoughtful care and appropriate matching, we encourage patients to begin with a free 15 to 20 minute initial consultation. Same-day consultations may be available in some cases, depending on clinician availability.
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Out-of-pocket fees and assistance
Ongoing session: $250 for 60 minutes
- Sliding scale: Offers lower out-of-pocket fees on an individual basis, typically based on your ability to pay
Popular visit reasons
Gender Affirming Counseling
New Patient Visit
Pediatric Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Psychiatry Consultation
Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit
Sleep Problems
Worry
Gender Affirming Counseling
New Patient Visit
Pediatric Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Psychiatry Consultation
Office locations
Dr. James Norwood, PsyD also offers online video visits for patients
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Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- California Institute of Integral Studies, PsyD in Clinical Psychology
- California State University, Los Angeles (Bachelor's)
Awards and publications
- What Is the Lived Experience of Fully Integrating the Benefits of MDMA-Assisted Psychotherapy for PTSD? ProQuest Dissertations Publishing-June, 2020
- “There and Back Again”: A Tale of a Discipline’s Departure and Triumphant Return Journal of Humanistic Psychology-March 21, 2018
NPI number
1093138463
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.67
Wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
4.94
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18 reviews
Most relevant
Seems like a nice dude. Really seemed compassionate and interested in what I had to say. Which by itself was so helpful.
July 2, 2024Daniel H.Verified patient
Highly recommend Dr. Norwood! His sessions are calm and focused, making it easy to open up.
More than 1 year agoMA
Dr. Norwood has this incredible way of creating a space where I feel truly seen and understood. He’s helped me connect the dots in my relationships and understand my own patterns on a deeper level.
More than 1 year agoLA
Dr. Norwood’s approach is next level—thoughtful and genuinely insightful. He doesn’t just listen; he gets to the underlying patterns in a way that's made a real impact. Highly recommend if you're looking for serious depth and perspective.
More than 1 year agoAA
Thank you Dr. Norwood!
More than 1 year agoMA
A great therapist. Thoughtful and Kind.
More than 1 year agoMA
"I’ve been seeing Dr. James Norwood for over a year, and it’s really helped me with my anxiety and depression. He’s kind and listens well, creating a comfortable space to talk. His approach has given me new perspectives and helped me make progress. I’d definitely recommend him."
More than 1 year agoSM
Dr. James Norwood has been fantastic. He’s easy to talk to and really understands what I’m going through. He helped me with some relationship issues, and his advice has been incredibly helpful. I always feel more positive and clear-headed after our sessions. If you’re looking for a great therapist, I highly recommend him.
More than 1 year agoNC
Dr. Norwood was very knowledgeable and understood my point of view. He was able to guide me to some really helpful insights in a way that felt like a natural part of the conversation.
June 17, 2024David C.Verified patient
Very helpful session.
June 27, 2023Christopher R.Verified patient
Great first session, I appreciated the overall atmosphere of the space. It was calm, quiet and relaxing.
James is a great listener and facilitated the session well.
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February 4, 2026Robert G.Verified patientVideo visit
February 12, 2025Taylor L.Verified patient
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How soon can I make an appointment with Dr. James Norwood?
Generally, Dr. James Norwood has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Dr. Norwood's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.
Is Dr. James Norwood accepting new patients?
Dr. James Norwood generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Dr. Norwood's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.
Does Dr. James Norwood accept my insurance?
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Can I make an appointment with Dr. James Norwood online?
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What practice does Dr. James Norwood work with?
Dr. James Norwood works with Free Association Clinic.
Where is Dr. James Norwood's office located?
Dr. James Norwood has 5 office locations in San Francisco, view full addresses on Dr. Norwood's profile.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. James Norwood?
Dr. James Norwood frequently sees patients for New Patient Visit, Psychiatry Consultation, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. James Norwood on their profile.
What languages does Dr. James Norwood speak?
Dr. James Norwood speaks English.
How do patients rate Dr. James Norwood in reviews?
18 patients have reviewed Dr. James Norwood. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.67/5. They have a 4.94/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.