James Azar

Psychologist, Ph.D.

Licensed psychologist with over 35 years of experience

(401) 418-9944

eastbaystrider@gmail.com

• About me

  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.

• Practice Status

  • As of January 1, 2025, I am no longer accepting new clients.
  • Previous clients are welcomed to contact me for an appointment.
  • The sessions are conducted online as my office in Portsmouth has been closed.
  • I am no longer accepting insurance. I will provide you with a "Super Reciept" which you can provide to your insurance company if it is part of your policy benefits.

• 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)

• Education

  • Ph.D., Michigan State University, 1983
  • M.A., Connecticut College, 1979
  • B.A., Assumption College, 1977

• Additional Details

  • Rhode Island License Number: PS409
  • Massachusetts License Number: 3689
  • NPI Number: 1710080361