James McCann, Therapist
James McCann helps adults across Georgia navigate life’s challenges with steadiness, warmth, and clinical expertise. He supports individuals seeking meaningful change, whether they are working to manage anxiety, overcome patterns that no longer serve them, or build a more grounded sense of well-being. Serving adults from early adulthood through older adulthood, he offers a respectful, collaborative space where patients can explore their experiences and move toward healthier, more fulfilling lives. James practices a focused, evidence-based approach that reflects his long-standing dedication to effective mental health care. As part of his work at LifeStance Health, he frequently supports individuals managing depression, anxiety, and ADHD conditions that are highly common and treatable with the right support. He collaborates closely with each patient to understand their goals, reinforce their strengths, and build momentum toward meaningful change. James is especially passionate about helping patients address alcohol and drug use issues and navigate substance abuse recovery a central focus of his clinical work. He takes a nonjudgmental and empowering approach to helping individuals understand the drivers of addictive patterns, strengthen coping skills, and rebuild confidence. He also works extensively with men’s issues and midlife transitions, helping patients reconnect with purpose, self-expectations, identity, and the evolving demands of adulthood. His therapeutic style integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness-based strategies, two interventions that support insight, emotional regulation, and practical skill-building. He also has experience working with military and veteran populations and offers additional interventions and specialties beyond those highlighted here. Outside the therapy room, James finds balance through music, including playing guitar, singing, and writing songs—creative outlets that help him stay grounded and present. James serves patients throughout Georgia through LifeStance Health and welcomes individuals ready to take the next step toward growth and recovery.
Provider Introduction
Types of Care & Ages Served
- Individual Therapy: Ages 18-75+
Areas of Focus
Individual Therapy
Get help addressing challenges and improve well-being with a clinician's guidance.
- Alcohol use
- Anxiety
- Drug/substance use
- Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
- Panic attacks
- Stress management
- ADHD
- Anger issues
- Attention & focus
- Career & relationships (mid-life)
- Depression/feeling down
- Empty nesters
- Gambling
- General relationship issues
- Marital stress or divorce
- Men's health/issues
- Other addictive behaviors
- Parenthood
- Pornography/sexual behaviors
- Premarital counseling
- Self-esteem
- Self-injury or cutting
- Sex & intimacy issues
- Sleep issues or insomnia
- Social skills & communication
- Video game/internet
Insurances Accepted
- Aetna
- Carelon (Beacon)
- Centivo
- Claritev (MultiPlan PHCS)
- Elevance Health (Anthem BCBS)
- Evernorth (Cigna)
- HealthSmart
- Humana
- Kaiser Permanente (Southeast)
- MediNcrease Health Plans (MHP)
- Medicare
- Northwell Direct
- Optum (UnitedHealthcare)
- Partners Direct Health
- Provider Network of America (PNOA)
- Quest Behavioral Health
- Sana Benefits
- TELUS Health (BHS)
- Tricare East (Humana Military)
Languages
- English
Education
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Troy University- Phenix City Campus
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Troy University
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Columbus State University
New patient?
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Questions
Please use our online form to schedule an appointment with James McCann. You can also call 706-653-2889 to have someone assist you.
James McCann generally accepts new patients but there could be a waitlist.
Please call 706-653-2889 to find out James McCann's schedule and availability.
LifeStance Health providers accept most commercial insurance plans that are offered in the states where we offer services, including telehealth. Please see the following list of insurances accepted by James McCann:
- Aetna
- Carelon (Beacon)
- Centivo
- Claritev (MultiPlan PHCS)
- Elevance Health (Anthem BCBS)
- Evernorth (Cigna)
- HealthSmart
- Humana
- Kaiser Permanente (Southeast)
- MediNcrease Health Plans (MHP)
- Medicare
- Northwell Direct
- Optum (UnitedHealthcare)
- Partners Direct Health
- Provider Network of America (PNOA)
- Quest Behavioral Health
- Sana Benefits
- TELUS Health (BHS)
- Tricare East (Humana Military)
If you don't see your insurance listed, please contact us at 706-653-2889 to see how we can help.
James McCann is a Therapist and cannot prescribe medication. However, most LifeStance offices have a Psychiatrist or APN on staff who can prescribe medication if needed.
James McCann works at:
Yes, James McCann does offer online telehealth visits.
Yes, James McCann is currently offering in-office visits at the following location: