James  Torkildson

James Torkildson

CP (Clinical Psychologist)

Verified by Christian Care Connect

Trauma and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

Accepting new clients · Accepting referrals · Offers telehealth

About

I am a Psychologist, Speaker, Author, Professor and Faith Leader& Podcast Host. My experience consists of 40 plus years as a seasoned Behavioral Health Professional and a cultural voice that is rooted in Scripture with decades of clinical and spiritual leadership. My work weaves human behavior, faith, and cultural awareness into tools that help people live anchored, intentional, and spiritually awake lives. I am known by many as Dr. T. My career has been focused on serving individuals, families, behavioral health and faith-based organizations. My academic training includes BA, Psychology/ Moorhead State University (1979), MA Counseling Psychology/Ball State University (1984), Ed. D, Educational Psychology and Counseling/ University of South Dakota (1986).I have made significant contributions to leading change within service delivery models and have been formally recognized and have received numerous awards for my work in early childhood mental health, school-based clinical services, supervision, training and leadership, Through public speaking, writing, training and consulting I continue forward with my purpose and call to equip and activate people of faith for ‘Such a Time as this. I am the author of a new book ‘AWAKEN’ Exposing the Web of Deception Threatening our Faith Family and Freedom, which was released Dec 9th. I also continue to teach graduate studies at Liberty University..

Jesus is my rock and my salvation. He is my Lord and my friend. I have committed my days to be in His service.

Provider details

Website

https://drtconsulting.org

Clinician's Sex/Gender

Male

Handicap Accessible

Yes

Cities

  • Indianapolis

Counties

  • Hamilton

ZIPs

  • 46060

Teleheath

Yes

Which state(s) do you offer Telehealth

  • MN

Individual Sessions

  • 50-60 min

Other Sessions

  • Telehealth

Psychological Testing

No

Ages

  • Adult (18-70)

Special Populations

  • Vets
  • Pastors/Missionaries and their spouse/children
  • Healthcare Workers
  • First Responders

Talk Therapies

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT),
  • Psychodynamic
  • Person-Centered
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Eclectic

Strengths

  • Anxiety
  • Trauma and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Stress
  • Spiritual struggles
  • Sports performance

Agree with the AACC Doctrinal Statement

Yes

Do you agree with the AACC Ethical Position

Yes

Biblical Integration – Verbally integrating Biblical principles, passages, doctrines, stories, and information into your treatment session

Yes

Do you utilize homework’s assignments for patients to do in between sessions?

Yes

What type of treatment approach do you utilize most frequently?

  • Solution focused approach

How direct is your approach with patients?

  • I share my insights, opinions, views and expertise with the patient

Cost Per Session

Individual Sessions

50-60 min 75-200

Payment Methods Accepted

  • Venmo
  • Zelle
  • Other

Do you accept payment plans

Yes

Do you provide or work with an organization that provides loans for treatment

No

Educational History

    • School:University of South Dakota
    • Degree:Doctorate Degree

Years In Practice

38

License Numbers

    • Name:State License
    • Number:LP4518
    • State:
      • MN

Professional Associations

  • American Psychological Association
  • Other

Professional Associations Other

AACC, Therapist.com

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Please email me for additional information regarding speaking or other services.

Do you agree that counseling is not fully Christian if a counselor’s faith shapes their posture but not their methods?

Yes

Do you agree that the deepest personal help a person needs cannot be fully received apart from faith in Christ, even through counseling?

Yes

Do you agree that Scripture speaks authoritatively to the deepest roots of human problems?

Yes

Do you agree that it is not appropriate to support or affirm a client’s chosen course of action when it conflicts with Scripture, even in the name of autonomy?

Yes

Do you agree that people do not possess all the internal resources needed for truth and healing apart from God, regardless of insight, support, or time?

Yes
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