Today, James is the owner and practicing psychotherapist at Next Steps Counselling, supporting individuals, couples, families, and workplaces through a wide range of personal and professional challenges. He holds a master’s degree in clinical psychology and is certified as a Psychological Health and Safety Professional through the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA). His clinical training includes EMDR, ACT, DBT, Narrative Therapy, and Internal Family Systems, with special focus on trauma, addiction, grief, anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, and autism.

James is married with two children: a stepson and a stepdaughter with special needs. He also carries the profound memory of his late son, whom he tragically lost three years ago. Having previously been a single father raising his son, James deeply understands the complex landscape of love, grief, and family resilience. His stepdaughter brings wonderful opportunities to see the world through her eyes, providing a constant grounding experience. My many years as a mental health and safety professional have given me many opportunities, to walk with many people and their families through difficult times. Incidents, accidents and major injuries. Through trials and tribulations, my personal knowledge, university training and life experience have afforded me to walk through addiction, anxiety, depression, ADHD, job loss, managerial stress as a director and a variety of other opportunities for learning and gaining experience. The journey continues with the spirit of exploration, intentionality and curiosity.