Dr. Kimberly A. James, PhD
Psychologist | Counseling
99 N Post Oak Ln Houston TX, 77024About
Dr. Kimberly James is a leadership and executive coach, and career consultant with a background in psychology with over 20 years of experience in empowering both individuals and groups to recognize their strengths, create successful action plans, and realize satisfying and dynamic lives and careers. Dr. James has a passion for developing leadership skills and creative solutions for emerging and existing leaders and executives, leading her to start the James Consultancy Group. Previously she has held multiple leadership roles in academia including an Assistant Dean position at Stanford University. In addition, she has completed leadership training at Stanford University, Wharton-San Francisco, and the Rice University Jones Graduate School of Business- CoachRICE Leadership Coaching program. Dr. James utilizes a style that combines authenticity, integrity, and creativity, and her work centers around the governing values of personal connection, individual uniqueness, and integrating theory and application from atypical fields. Her areas of expertise include impactful leadership coaching, strategic career management, emotional intelligence, facilitation, intercultural and intra-cultural communication, and action & experiential learning. Her client base includes national and international leaders in sensitive and high-profile public roles for whom discretion and privacy are important.
Dr. James is also a licensed psychologist practicing telepsychology in Houston, TX. Dr. James specializes in the treatment of mental health problems, and helps people to cope with their mental illnesses. As a psychologist, Dr. James evaluates and treats patients through a variety of methods, most typically being psychotherapy or talk therapy through a secure online platform. Patients usually seek services with Dr. James because they have been experiencing depression, anxiety, stress or anger for a significant period of time and are seeking help.
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Education and Training
Rice Business - Jones Graduate School of Business CoachRICE Doerr Institute for New Leaders, Leadership Coaching, ICF Accredited 0
University of Pennsylvania Master Class on Total Leadership, Stewart Friedman, Ph.D., Wharton 0
Stanford University Administrative Leadership Program 0
University of Wisconsin-Madison Leadership Management 0
University at Buffalo Ph.D., Counseling Psychology 0
Howard University B.S., Psychology 0
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Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Private Practice Licensed Psychologist/Licensed Telepsychology Psychologist 2018 - Present
- Consultant Principal Leadership Coach & Consultant at The James Consultancy Group, PLLC 2018 - Present
- Associate Director/Clinical Director of Counseling Services University of Houston-Clear Lake 2015 - 2020
- Assistant Dean of Graduate Life Stanford University 2011 - 2015
Awards
- Arturo Schomberg Graduate Fellowship 1994 State University of New York System
- Best in Texas Doctors 2024 Best in Texas Magazine
Professional Memberships
- APA Division 13 Consulting Psychologists
- APA General Member
Fellowships
- University of Texas Medical Branch Hospitals Child and Adolescent Psychiatry 2006
Charities and Philanthropic Endeavors
- Leadership Houston
- Suits for Sons, Inc.
Internships
- Undergrad - Howard University/ Masters - University of Pennsylvania
Fellowships
- Attended a class on Total Leadership
Professional Society Memberships
- APA General Member
Articles and Publications
- Podcast on LinkedIn/Coping with Stress in The Workforce - Invited to do two lectures, one on Black Women in the Workplace and one general for everyone on Corporate Stress/How to Maintain Mental Health At Hewlett-Packard, she spoke to Hispanic and Latino Managers, Directors on Leadership Coaching
What do you attribute your success to?
- Great support from family and friends, unwavering pillars of strength mentors along the way and examples of excellence and stellar leadership training at Price.
Philanthropic Initiatives
- Leadership HoustonSuits for Sons, Inc.
Teaching and speaking
- Dr. Kimberly James, a seasoned expert in psychology and leadership, showcased her extensive knowledge in the Best in Texas Doctors Edition 2024. As a Licensed Psychologist and Leadership Coach, she provided valuable insights in February 2024. In November 2023, Dr. James took center stage on SHOUTOUT HTX, where she delved into her role as Principal Leadership Coach & Consultant at the James Consultancy Group, making a significant impact in the digital media sphere.Her ability to captivate diverse audiences was evident in May 2023 when Dr. James delivered a compelling Leadership Coaching Presentation to HP Houston Hispanic/Latino BIN, resonating with national and international attendees. Listeners seeking practical guidance found solace in Dr. James's podcast appearances, including 'How to Corporate Podcast: How to Maintain Mental Health in Corporate' in November 2021, where she addressed crucial aspects of corporate well-being.Furthermore, Dr. James's commitment to empowering professional success was evident in her guest appearance on 'Cultivating H.E.R. Space: Uplifting Conversations for the Black Woman Podcast' in September 2020. Here, she shared strategic insights from her podcast titled 'How to Strategically Win at Work with Dr. Kimberly James', emphasizing her dedication to fostering workplace excellence.
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Get to know Psychologist Dr. Kimberly A. James, who serves patients in Webster, Texas.
Dr. James is a seasoned and compassionate licensed psychologist with over 20 years of experience, specializing in adult clients facing a myriad of challenges including anxiety, stress, depression, and relationship issues. Particularly adept in navigating intra-cultural and intercultural relationships, she offers a safe and inclusive space for clients to explore their challenges and find meaningful solutions.
In regards to her educational background, she graduated with a doctorate in Counseling Psychology from SUNY Buffalo, and has been dedicated to serving the community in Texas for over a decade.
Among her professional affiliations, Dr. James remains engaged in professional development through memberships in organizations like the APA Division 13 Consulting Psychologists and as a general member of the APA.
Beyond her clinical practice, she is actively involved in leadership coaching and consultancy, drawing from her extensive experience as the Associate Director/Clinical Director of Counseling Services at the University of Houston-Clear Lake and as the Assistant Dean of Graduate Life at Stanford University.
Psychology is the science of behavior and mind. It includes the study of conscious and unconscious phenomena, as well as feeling and thought. It is an academic discipline of immense scope. Psychologists assess, diagnose, and treat the psychological problems and behavioral dysfunctions resulting from, or related to, physical and mental health. In addition, they play a major role in the promotion of healthy behavior, preventing diseases and improving patients’ quality of life.
As a testament to her success, Dr. James has received prestigious accolades such as the Arturo Schomberg Graduate Fellowship and being named among the Best in Texas Doctors by Best in Texas Magazine in 2024.
On a more personal note, she cherishes moments with her family and friends, indulges in travel, and maintains her well-being through fitness pursuits with her personal trainer.
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