James Loree, LMSW,ACSW - James Loree, LMSW, ACSW

The CENTER for ADDICTION AND RELATIONSHIP RECOVERY

THERAPY FOR HEALTHY RELATIONSHIPS WITH SELF AND OTHERS

JAMES F. LOREE
LMSW, ACSW, CAADC, NCGC-II

Licensed Master Social Worker
Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor
Nationally Certified Gambling Counselor II

Michigan Department of Community Health Licensed Substance
Abuse Program
Contracted Gambling Treatment Provider

MISSION: "TO ACCELERATE HEALING FROM ADDICTION AND MENTAL ILLNESS BY EMBRACING THE WHOLENESS OF EVERY PERSON AND PROMOTING SAFETY FOR CHANGE."

As a licensed master social worker in the State of Michigan, I am a psychotherapist in private practice in the Greater Lansing area and a workshop speaker, having received a master of clinical social work degree from Michigan State University and a bachelor degree in psychology from the University of Houston. I am a member of the National Association of Social Workers and the Academy of Certified Social Workers. As a Certified Advanced Addictions Counselor, I enjoy empowering individuals and couples who seek RECOVERY from short-term or long-term problems with:

ALCOHOL
SUBSTANCES
GAMBLING
MARRIAGE/RELATIONSHIP CONFLICT

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See James Loree, LMSW, ACSW in the media:

May 2008 Issue of FAITH Magazine, "Has Therapy Replaced Religion?"

WLNZ 89.7 FM Interview, "Problem Gambling" at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xsl5bjlKCww

TESTIMONIAL

I wish I could tell you when I began to have a gambling problem. By the time I realized how out of control I was, it was far too late. I faced a criminal charge of embezzlement and a possible jail sentence. My whole world was turned upside down, but even worse was that I had betrayed my family and employer. The people that meant so much to me, my wife, children and grandchildren, were embarrassed and humiliated by my actions.

After being charged, I sought the help of Jim Loree. We talked about how I needed to change my focus, repair relationships I had damaged and prepare for the future. I had done so much damage that I didn't think it was possible that I could ever live again like I had before I began to gamble. I knew I wasn't a terrible person but I had committed a horrible act. Jim showed me that it was possible to gain control of my life again and how I could live gambling free. I saw him for 16 weeks until I went to court and was sentenced to six months in jail.

After serving three months in jail, I began seeing Jim again because I knew I needed his counsel. He reinforced what we had talked about before and encouraged me to seek employment. I interviewed for a position that I have been employed with now for four years.

I am still with my wife, have regained the respect of my children and see all of my granchildren frequently. As horrible as it was in August of 2007, it is once again a beautiful life. Thank you Jim for your wonderful counsel; you are a terrific therapist, but you are a better human being.

Loren

My theoretical orientation is eclectic, meaning I utilize a variety of therapeutic perspectives including cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, psychodynamic, and solution-focused therapy approaches. I believe in every client's desire and ability for healing, wholeness and positive change, and I work collaboratively with the client in every step of the healing process. My approach is like that of a supportive coach or mentor, ever mindful to walk with a client but not for a client.

I often use the following techniques with clients:

COGNITIVE BEHAVIORAL THERAPY
MINDFULNESS MEDITATION
DIALECTICAL BEHAVIORAL THERAPY (DBT)
MOTIVATIONAL ENHANCEMENT TECHNIQUES
IMAGO RELATIONSHIP THERAPY
SPIRITUALITY

I offer a variety of services including:

Outpatient and Intensified Outpatient Therapy

Individual therapy
Couple therapy
Family therapy

Alcohol and other drug court assessments

Court mandated alcohol and other drug educational sessions

I am available to speak on a variety of topics, including:

Addiction, Recovery, and Relapse Prevention

Stress Management

Bipolar Disorder

Perfectionism

Self-Esteem

Compulsive Gambling

I generally see clients who are adolescent age and older.

If you would like more information about the therapy process, or to schedule an appointment, please feel free to contact me anytime @

(517) 285-4841 or

loreejam@gmail.com

If I cannot immediately answer the phone and you wish to leave a message, I will contact you as soon as possible.

I am in private practice with several other clinical psychologists, clinical social workers, and licensed professional counselors. If you have a need which I cannot address, I would be happy to refer you to one of my colleagues.

Thank you for visiting my web site and I hope you find it helpful.

JAMES F. LOREE,
LMSW, ACSW, CAADC, NCGC-II

James F. Loree, LMSW, ACSW, CAADC, NCGC-II

3887 Okemos Road, Suite A2, Okemos, MI 48864

                Phone (517) 285-4841 * Fax (517) 347-3702* loreejam@gmail.com * www.jamesloree.com