What patients are saying
Overall rating
5.00
“He doesn’t just listen and patronize me. He actually gives me homework and coping skills to practice. The best ever therapist”
More than 1 year ago
“Jim listens, understands, and applies his responses to my specific situation.
I was looking specifically for a Christian therapist, and Jim was the only one in my area to list that as one of his therapy attributes.”
More than 1 year ago
About James 'Jim' Pijloo
Focus areas
Alzheimer's Disease
Childhood Trauma
Women's Issues Therapy
Bipolar Disorder
LGBTQ+ Counseling
Work-Related Counseling
Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)
Life Transition
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)
Couples
Treatment approaches
Christian Counseling
Culturally Sensitive
Coaching
Family / Marital
Compassion Focused
Humanistic
Identity
Gender
MaleFaith
ChristianLanguages spoken
English
Getting to know James 'Jim' Pijloo
Hi there, I'm James "Jim"!
I once read an anonymous quote: "You may not be able to control every situation and its outcome, but you can control how you deal with it." That speaks to how I approach therapy. Life's challenges often make situations feel "out of our control," adding stress and conflict in our relationships.
My approach
I provide a way to get where you want to be, but it won't be easy. I use various approaches to best suit you individually or your circumstances. It's unrealistic to think less than an hour-or even a few sessions-will ?fix things.? So, with full transparency, my time with you will have ups and downs requiring self-examination, soul searching, and ?homework.?
My focus
My goal is simple: to work with you and those important to you to find a way through tough times and discover better ways to cope with others and, more importantly, yourself as you seek solutions and positive outcomes. The path is not easy. I promise to be non-critical and non-judgmental of who you are and have found I am comfortable with all who choose me as their therapist. I work primarily with adults and have experience with many situations.
Education
I earned my Master's in Social Work from San Diego State University, equipping me with the skills and knowledge to support you effectively.
My communication style
Using an informal style, I focus on a strengths-based approach to help you develop mutually agreed-upon coping mechanisms to replace behaviors that brought you here. I work with relational issues and am sensitive to cultural and spiritual factors. What you do outside our sessions is crucial to success, and I promise to explore the best way to do so. Notice I didn't say ?easiest.?
I look forward to hearing from you.
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Education and background
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Education and training
- San Diego State University, Master's in Social Work
NPI number
1922716240
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Overall rating
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He doesn’t just listen and patronize me. He actually gives me homework and coping skills to practice. The best ever therapist
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
Jim listens, understands, and applies his responses to my specific situation.
I was looking specifically for a Christian therapist, and Jim was the only one in my area to list that as one of his therapy attributes.
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
From selecting Jim based on his therapist profile page, he has been consistent and true to the way he goes about his practice. Jim has been patient, kind, fair, attentive, and resetting.
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
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What are common reasons for patients to see James 'Jim' Pijloo?
James 'Jim' Pijloo frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for James 'Jim' Pijloo on their profile.
What languages does James 'Jim' Pijloo speak?
James 'Jim' Pijloo speaks English.