What patients are saying
Overall rating
5.00
Average wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
“I love how you always feel a sense of relief and learn more about yourself after each session with Lana”
IZLess than 1 month ago
“Lana was warm and welcoming from the start. She listened carefully and asked thoughtful questions that helped me better understand what I was experiencing. I really appreciated how comfortable and supported she made me feel.”
FDLess than 1 month ago
About Lana James
Clientele seen
Adults (25-64)
Individuals
Couples
Treatment approaches
Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Coaching
Art Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Attachment-based
Dialectical (DBT)
Identity
Gender
FemaleSexuality
BisexualEthnicity
White
Languages spoken
English
Getting to know Lana James
Lana James is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with EMDR training who helps individuals and couples strengthen their relationships, recognize their existing strengths, and challenge patterns that contribute to distress or disconnection. Her goal is to create an affirming, empowering, and welcoming environment where clients can explore difficult experiences, develop greater self-awareness, and work toward meaningful change.
Lana's therapeutic style is inquisitive, collaborative, and strengths-based. She integrates approaches including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Attachment-Based Therapy, Gottman Method, Narrative Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy, Relational Therapy, Schema Therapy, Somatic Therapy, mindfulness, and coaching. She also brings an EMDR-informed perspective to her work.
Lana supports adults experiencing anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, identity concerns, college or career stress, relationship challenges, sexuality concerns, and difficulties with self-care or empowerment. In couples therapy, she works with partners navigating conflict, premarital concerns, newlywed transitions, parenting, blended families, interracial or interfaith relationships, and ethical non-monogamy. Her practice is LGBTQ+ affirming, sex-positive, and kink-informed.
Lana believes therapy should honor each client's identity, relationships, values, and lived experiences. Whether working individually or with partners, she helps clients recognize strengths, understand recurring patterns, improve communication, and develop practical tools for healthier relationships and greater emotional well-being.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
1. Initial Consultation
We begin by discussing what brings you to therapy, your current concerns, relevant experiences, strengths, and what you hope to change or better understand.
2. Identifying Goals
Together, we'll establish meaningful goals based on your needs, values, relationships, and priorities.
3. Personalized Treatment
I tailor therapy to you rather than relying on a one-size-fits-all approach. For couples, we'll also explore relationship dynamics, communication, and shared goals.
4. Creating an Affirming Space
I provide an open, empowering, and affirming environment where you can explore emotions, identities, relationships, and experiences without judgment.
5. Exploring Patterns
We'll identify thoughts, behaviors, emotional responses, and relationship patterns that may contribute to anxiety, depression, conflict, or disconnection.
6. Integrating Therapeutic Approaches
Depending on your needs, we may use EMDR, ACT, CBT, DBT, IFS, Attachment-Based Therapy, Gottman Method, mindfulness, Somatic Therapy, or other approaches.
7. Building Skills
We'll develop practical tools for emotional regulation, communication, boundaries, self-esteem, coping, and healthier relationships.
8. Applying Change
We'll work on bringing insights and new skills into your daily life and relationships so progress extends beyond therapy sessions.
9. Reviewing Progress
We'll regularly discuss what's working, recognize growth, and adjust our approach as your goals or needs change.
10. Continued Empowerment
My goal is to help you strengthen your existing resources, challenge negative patterns, and develop the confidence and skills needed for lasting growth.
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Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- Touro University Worldwide, Master's in Marriage and Family Therapy
NPI number
1962255687
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
5.00
Wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
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I love how you always feel a sense of relief and learn more about yourself after each session with Lana
Less than 1 month agoIZ
Lana brings care and professionalism to every session.
Less than 1 month agoWZ
Lana is extremely patient and professional!
Less than 1 month agoIC
Lana was warm and welcoming from the start. She listened carefully and asked thoughtful questions that helped me better understand what I was experiencing. I really appreciated how comfortable and supported she made me feel.
Less than 1 month agoFD
I had a great experience with Lana James. She is professional, compassionate, and very easy to talk to. She created a welcoming environment and made sure I felt comfortable throughout the session. I left feeling supported and understood.
Less than 1 month agoAL
Less than 1 month agoAL
How soon can I make an appointment with Lana James?
Generally, Lana James has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Lana James's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.
Is Lana James accepting new patients?
Lana James generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Lana James's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.
Does Lana James accept my insurance?
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Can I make an appointment with Lana James online?
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What practice does Lana James work with?
Lana James works with The Non-Therapy Company Ltd..
What are common reasons for patients to see Lana James?
Lana James frequently sees patients for Anxiety, Couples Therapy, Depression, Marriage Counseling, and Relationship Counseling. You can see other visit reasons for Lana James on their profile.
What languages does Lana James speak?
Lana James speaks English.
How do patients rate Lana James in reviews?
6 patients have reviewed Lana James. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.