James Swonick, LCSW, PA | Psychotherapist

About James Swonick

Focus areas

Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)

Men's Mental Health Issues

Relapse Prevention Therapy

Depression

Panic Attack

Relationship Struggles

Marriage Counseling

Premarital Counseling

Clientele seen

Teenagers (13-17)

Individuals

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Family Systems

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Interpersonal

Dialectical (DBT)

Motivational Interviewing

Identity

Gender

Male

Ethnicity

White

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know James Swonick

Hi there, I'm James! Hello and welcome! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 8 years of experience. I earned my Master's in Social Work and Bachelor's degree from the University of Pittsburgh. I am here to support YOU and provide tools to make meaningful changes in your life. My goal is to reduce daily stress and help you conquer any demons holding you back. Together, we'll work collaboratively in a client-centered environment, ensuring your voice is always heard and honored. My approach With 8+ years working with individuals with serious and persistent mental illnesses, I bring expertise and understanding. My approach is rooted in evidence-based practices, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), harm reduction, exposure therapy, and reality testing. I believe in empowering you to lead your journey toward growth and healing. My focus I have supported people with various mental health diagnoses, from personality and thought disorders to mood disorders. I also have experience with relationship issues, grief counseling, and everyday stress. My communication style In sessions, I maintain a relaxed and informal atmosphere while staying focused on your growth. We set long- and short-term goals to measure progress and drive continuous improvement, ensuring each step brings us closer to our vision and objectives. My journey to mental healthcare I have been fortunate to have supportive family and friends but have also faced tough times needing support. These struggles and successes fuel my passion to ensure anyone needing support receives it!

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Popular visit reasons

Addiction Follow Up

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Divorce Counseling

Mood Swings

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Addiction Follow Up

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Divorce Counseling

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - Pennsylvania

Education and training

University of Pittsburgh, Master's in Social Work
University of Pittsburgh (Bachelor's)

NPI number

1922863604

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What practice does James Swonick work with?

James Swonick works with Rula Health - Pennsylvania.

What are common reasons for patients to see James Swonick?

James Swonick 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 Swonick on their profile.