James Arnold

My name is James “Bryan” Arnold, Ph.D. I am a licensed psychologist in Virginia and Washington, DC. I use a treatment approach that is prescriptive to the client; I tailor treatment to the specific client using the person’s concept of their own identity and self-image, their history/background, and symptomology among other factors. I believe in the power of circumstance and meaning-making; I believe circumstance and meaning-making contribute crucial emotional content and also influence the development of coping methods. I have been a psychologist for the past 12 years. My work with clients has focused upon using refined counseling dialogue for emotional well being. I have worked with a variety of clients from across multiple treatment settings such as a community mental health, general hospital, crisis intervention, skilled nursing, and psychosocial/psychiatric rehabilitation. I graduated with a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology in 2011, and before then with a Master’s in Social Work in 2006. I can help clients work through issues, resolve problems, and head off worsened symptoms. I am versed in Client Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Supportive Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, and Existential Therapy.