James Baker Therapy

04/25/2025

A great clinical opportunity for clinicians with ECMH experience at an agency with a great mission.

If you or someone you know is a Mental Health Clinician with Early Childhood Mental Health experience, Family Paths is hiring! Visit our Job Opps page for more info and to apply: https://familypaths.org/who-are-we/job-opportunities-2/

04/24/2025

https://www.bakertherapy.com/articles/2025/4/24/spring-cleaning-for-the-mind-letting-go-of-mental-clutter

Clear out more than just your garage this spring. In this post, Santa Rosa therapist James Baker, LMFT, explores how to recognize and release mental clutter—like outdated beliefs, emotional baggage, and unhelpful thought patterns—to make room for clarity and renewal.

12/19/2024

Financial stress is a weight many men silently carry, often impacting their mental health, relationships, and overall well-being. In my latest article, I dive into how financial pressure affects men's mental health and offer actionable strategies to cope, including therapy, mindfulness, and budgeting tips. It's a topic that resonates deeply with many of us, especially at this time of year.

Learn how gratitude can transform your mental health and relationships this Thanksgiving. Licensed psychotherapist James Baker shares practical ways to cultivate gratitude, from journaling to creating meaningful rituals. Discover how appreciation reduces stress, boosts emotional resilience, and stre

12/05/2024

If you are in the Petaluma area and interested in a supportive group for men, check out the Centered Man Collective. New group forming now. Information below.

We're excited to announce that applications are now open for our next group, starting in December 2024! If you're interested in joining, just send us a message, and we’ll get back to you.

Please Note: Due to the importance of confidentiality and trust, participants must commit to attending at least 10 out of the 12 weeks. We’re also capping the group at 9 members for the full 12-week series. After the initial 12 weeks, the group will continue as an open-ended community for ongoing support.

Looking forward to hearing from you!

02/19/2023

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Check out this great long form interview with masters of couples therapy Drs. John and Julie Gottman. Ali Abdaal offers an accessible peek into the Gottman's scientifically informed approach to working with couples.

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02/06/2023

How to stop being a doormat without becoming resentful and toxic. It CAN be done! Focus on taking three simple but powerful steps to move from powerlessness to empowered. 💪

3 steps to create healthy boundaries with your family, friends and partners. How to stop being a doormat without becoming a resentful and toxic. It CAN be do...

02/01/2023

Which of these different therapeutic styles is best for you: the traditional "Blank Slate", or a modern "Open Book" approach? A look at the pros and cons of a traditional, reserved style of therapy versus a newer, more open way of being a therapist.

01/23/2023

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Let's face it, it can be challenging to find the right therapist! Here's a quick and simple guide that tells you how to find a psychotherapist online in the ...

08/14/2019

Stressed out? 🥵

Who isn't these days? Most of us could use a simple way to reduce stress during our busy day. Here’s a method that’s easy to learn and can fit into your hectic schedule.

Deep breathing (diaphragmatic breathing) helps reduce adrenaline and cortisol, your body’s stress hormones, while balancing out your nervous system. Deep breathing has been shown to help lower blood pressure, improve mental focus and release serotonin to improve mood. It may also improve your sleep quality.

Ready to reduce stress? Follow these simple steps:

1) Sit in a comfortable position with your hand on your belly so you can feel your diaphragm as you breathe.

2) Breathe in slowly and deeply through your nose.

3) Hold the breath for a couple of seconds.

4) Slowly release the breath through your mouth.

5) Repeat the above steps for up to five minutes, but even one minute of deep breathing can be helpful.

Deep breathing is a tool I use throughout the day to help myself feel calmer and more grounded. I hope you’ll give deep breathing a try next time you need a little stress reduction too! ☺️

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01/06/2018

EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing).

Since the mid 1980'S EMDR has been found to be especially effective in reducing the distressing symptoms of trauma. EMDR can also help with anxiety, depression and low self-esteem.

Visit my website for more: https://www.bakertherapy.com/emdr-kap

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05/08/2017

Changing the narrative of veterans. We are familiar with the stereotype of the traumatized soldier, but what if that's only part of a more complex story? Here's an interesting article about emerging recognition of post-traumatic growth.

We're well acquainted with the debilitating effects of PTSD; but studies of military vets suggest that surviving trauma can simultaneously lead to positive growth.

02/07/2017

In times of personal and political crisis, negativity may become overwhelming. These tips can help you feel more in control of your thoughts and feelings.