In a few words

Indiana native. Also known as James. Father, lover, husband. actor, writer, guitarist. Cancer survivor.

In my early twenties I was privileged to compete for acting roles in film and tv while investing my resources in deeper training in craft and life. That work was an initiation into Jungian and developmental psychology and opened a radical understanding of character, motivation, and being. It planted the seed for coaching work and prepared me, at the age of 27, to face my first cancer diagnosis with consciousness, strength, and vulnerability.

Through this I continued to enrich my approach to artistry in composing a novel, poetry and non fiction, and served as an admissions counselor for Georgetown University’s graduate school, and became a father

In 2023, I graduated from Pacifica Graduate Institute where I was a Master’s student of counseling in depth psychology. I trained as a psychotherapist in Los Angeles and published a thesis that examined archetypal dynamics of depression and creative writing as a therapeutic intervention. Synthesizing my unique training and encounters with life into Brighton Soul Service - my little cosmic rest stop - is my purpose in community.

While I am an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist, this coaching service is not therapy. See FAQ’s for more information.

  • Life coaching is a professional alliance between the client and coach. My brand delves into self-discovery and personal development through depth-psychologically informed inquiry. My aim is to support and empower clients in multiple areas of life as they grow to align with deepest values and aspirations.

    The focus of our work is based on the client's goals, which may evolve over time. Life coaching does not operate in the medical model or fall under the purview of mental health services; therefore, life coaching is not a substitute for therapy or medical treatment.

  • Coaching is distinguished from therapy in its departure from the medical framework. As a coach, I do not diagnose or treat mental health conditions. While difficult emotion and psychological states are vital areas of focus in coaching as pertained to goal formation, identity, meaning-making, etc., I do not isolate and treat the symptom as I would in psychotherapy.

    If you are experiencing debilitating emotional distress, suicidal ideation, disordered eating, or are otherwise concerned about a mental health condition, I encourage you to seek out a mental health professional.

  • My fees are based on the type of engagement you choose. Please contact me to discuss scheduling an introductory meeting to determine what service is right for you.

  • I work with individuals 18 and older who are curious about personal growth and development, self discovery, and who are committed to life. I additionally work with couples as a relationship coach.

    I work with people of all backgrounds - artists, creators, entrepreneurs, educators, students, etc.. My work is currently limited to English speakers.

  • Absolutely! Please fill out a query form on the contact page and briefly introduce yourself. I will reach out personally to schedule a virtual introductory meeting.