James Azar
Psychologist, Ph.D.
Feel free to contact me below and we can decide if my style, approach, and expertise fits your needs
(401) 682-2882
eastbaystrider@gmail.com
2679 E Main Rd, Portsmouth, RI
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About me
I am a licensed psychologist with over 30 years of private practice in Portsmouth and Bristol, RI.
My focus is helping adults navigate relationship challenges, anxiety, depression, grief/loss, divorce, retirement, early adulthood, starting families, work stress, anger management and more.
In addition to my private practice, I served as Director of Counseling Center at Roger Williams University for 26 years. As Director, I counseled students and trained dozens of doctoral candidates that are now practicing psychologists around the country. I also worked at the Veterans Administration Medical Center in Northampton, MA and at a community mental health center in Westfield, MA.
My professional interests include the mind-body connection, yoga, mindfulness, spirituality, sports psychology, resiliency, happiness and psychotherapy from a Buddhist perspective.
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In person & online
My office is located at 2679 East Main Road in Portsmouth, RI adjacent to St. Paul's Episcopal Church. Parking is available in the lot across from the office.
If you'd prefer, I am also available to meet virtually by video call. I am licensed to serve both Rhode Island and Massachusetts residents.
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Specialties
- Adults 18 years and older
- Relationship Issues
- Stress Management
- Anxiety or Fears
- Depression
- Loss or Grief
- Addiction or Substance Abuse
- Anger Management
- Work Issues
- Life Transitions
- Aging
- Retirement
- Spirituality
- Divorce
- Personal Growth
- Self Esteem
- Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD)
- Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
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Education
- Ph.D., Michigan State University, 1983
- M.A., Connecticut College, 1979
- B.A., Assumption College, 1977
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Additional Details
- Accept Blue Cross + Blue Shield, Medicare
- Rhode Island License Number: PS409
- Massachusetts License Number: 3689