Hi, I'm James...
and I’m so glad you’re here. I’m a pre-licensed marriage and family therapist specializing in working with individuals and couples recovering from trauma. Anxiety, shame, depression, and relationship stress are some of the most common effects of trauma. Whether your experience stems from childhood abuse or neglect, infidelity, combat, interpersonal violence, or high-control religious environments, you deserve healing and wholeness. If you’re feeling hopeless, stuck, or overwhelmed, I would be honored to sit with you, hear your story, and help you rediscover joy and peace in your life.
Before becoming a therapist, I spent 10 years as a full-time touring artist and studio singer. My time as a professional musician taught me that what happens on the road—the applause, the laughter, the deep connection with an audience—is incredibly real. It’s magical. And yet, those moments don’t always translate to daily life, which can bring its own unique set of challenges. Today, I have the privilege of supporting clients in public-facing professions, including artists, creatives, comedians, and entertainment industry professionals, as they navigate the complexities of their careers while striving for a congruent, healthy life.
When I’m not in the therapy room, you can find me reading, spending time outdoors with my pup, Ted, dancing, playing volleyball, seeing live shows and theater, sharing a great meal with people I love, and laughing—a lot!
James Berrian
MMFT