Dr. James Berghuis, PhD, WA | Psychologist

About Dr. James Berghuis

Focus areas

Addiction / Substance Abuse

Anger Management

Behavioral Problems

Alcoholism

Anxiety

Life Transition

Alzheimer's Disease

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Individuals

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Culturally Sensitive

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Integrative

Compassion Focused

Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Identity

Gender

Male

Ethnicity

White

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Dr. James Berghuis

Hi. My name is Jim Berghuis, PhD, a licensed psychologist with a PhD in Clinical Psychology from the University of Kansas and over 30 years of experience. I have a passion for helping people make changes to improve their psychological and physical health and well-being. Despite our best efforts, we sometimes feel stuck in patterns of thinking, feeling, and behaving that aren't serving us well. Therapy can help us learn to observe and respond to thoughts, feelings, and situations in a more flexible way, improving life satisfaction and reducing distressing symptoms. My approach My approach is collaborative. I strive to provide a supportive and safe place for people to speak openly without fear of judgment. My role is to assist people in recognizing their inner resources and learning new skills to achieve more satisfying and fulfilling lives. I use a variety of therapeutic techniques, including motivational enhancement therapy (MET), cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), mindfulness, and written exposure therapy (for trauma/PTSD). My focus I provide individual therapy to adults 18 years and older. I commonly work with people on concerns such as stress, mood/depression, anxiety and trauma/PTSD, relationships, substance use, sexual performance, sexuality, insomnia, chronic health conditions, and life transitions. Additionally, I offer brief cognitive screening for memory, as well as bariatric surgery and gender-affirming care evaluations. I have worked extensively with culturally diverse and LGBTQ+ clients. My communication style My training in motivational enhancement and ACT shapes my communication style. I engage with clients in a respectful, collaborative, supportive, and empathic manner while also being comfortable with directness when needed. I listen for and reinforce client statements that reflect their motivation to make desired changes and help them enact new behaviors consistent with their values and goals.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Mood Swings

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Worry

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Mood Swings

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - Washington

Education and training

University of Kansas, PhD in Clinical Psychology

NPI number

1811987159

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What practice does Dr. James Berghuis work with?

Dr. James Berghuis works with Rula Health - Washington.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. James Berghuis?

Dr. James Berghuis frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. James Berghuis on their profile.