- Strength building
- Practical tools
- Compassionate care
About James
James "Chad" Settle is an LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) based in Kentucky. He draws on many years working in local mental health and social work settings to help people facing stress, anxiety, parenting strain, anger, self-esteem struggles, and major life changes.
Chad’s background includes long-term work with child welfare systems, Kentucky courts, area schools, health organizations, and local nonprofits. That experience shaped his practical approach to everyday problems. He aims to help people move toward healthier, more stable lives using straightforward support and skills building.
In sessions he focuses on problem solving and strength building. He talks with clients about concrete steps to reduce stress, manage strong emotions, and improve communication. He also helps people adjust to transitions like caregiving, chronic health issues, or changes in family structure.
Chad also works with concerns tied to adoption and foster care, attachment challenges, body image, co-dependency, and coping with natural or human-caused disaster. He uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques and leans on real-world experience in Kentucky systems when relevant to a person’s goals.
People who want practical tools and a steady, compassionate clinician often find his style helpful. He encourages measurable growth through support, strength building, and skills practice tailored to each person’s situation.
How his approaches translate to online work
James "Chad" Settle uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical change. One common approach is skill-based work that teaches coping strategies for anxiety and stress, such as breath work, grounding exercises, and step-by-step plans to manage strong emotions. These skills are aimed at day-to-day relief and improved functioning.Another approach centers on communication and problem solving to address parenting challenges, blended family dynamics, and caregiver stress. This involves identifying patterns, practicing clearer ways to communicate, and setting realistic goals for family routines and boundaries.
Choosing the right method is a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss the person’s goals and try different techniques to see what fits best. That way the plan evolves based on what helps the individual make steady progress.
If you prefer online sessions, confirm the specific session formats available before booking because they are not listed in the biography. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It also lets people continue therapy during transitions or after major events such as disasters, while still focusing on the same practical skills and problem solving used in face-to-face work.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
8+ years
Credentials
Kentucky
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, parenting strain, anger, self-esteem issues, and coping with life changes, among other areas listed in his profile.
How would you describe his therapy style?
Sessions emphasize practical problem solving, skill building, and steady emotional support to help people make measurable changes.
What is his professional background?
He has eight years of experience as an LCSW and many more years working in Kentucky social work and mental health settings with courts, schools, and nonprofits.
Where is he licensed and located?
He holds an LCSW license in Kentucky and practices there.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
Session formats are not specified in the biography; please confirm current session options before booking.
How does payment work and what does it cost?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin therapy with him?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.