James has been practicing in Kansas City since 2013, guiding individuals towards authenticity and personal growth. After earning his master's in Counseling and Guidance from UMKC, he gained diverse experience across community agencies, non-profits, and hospitals, before focusing on private practice. He blends techniques like narrative therapy and mindfulness in his counseling approach. His commitment to helping people understand and embrace their true selves aligns is part of what drives Mantrospection's mission of redefining masculinity through self-discovery and emotional growth.

James’s journey into understanding what it means to be a man includes being the father of two daughters. He’s also got two sisters and six brothers, and a lovely mess of a blended family that regularly challenge his ideas of manhood.