Transforming Communication & Intimacy: Meet Lana James, MFT in New York
- Hannah Duga
- 3 days ago
- 3 min read
About Lana Lana James is a Marriage and Family Therapist who shows up with compassion, curiosity, and a whole lot of realness. She works with individuals and couples across New York through telehealth, offering support grounded in an interpersonal systems perspective. Her goal? Help people understand the patterns shaping their lives and relationships while highlighting the strengths they already have.
With advanced training in sex therapy, Lana brings a sex-positive, inclusive lens to conversations around intimacy, identity, communication, and connection. Whether someone is sorting through emotional overwhelm or a couple is trying to find their way back to each other, Lana creates a space that feels supportive, thoughtful, and tailored to whatever you’re facing.
Her style is warm and collaborative. She listens closely, stays attuned, and creates a safe environment where you can slow down, explore what’s going on underneath the surface, and move toward change at a pace that actually feels doable. What Should a New Client Know About Working with Lana James? Walking into therapy with Lana feels like taking a breath you didn’t know you needed. She treats therapy like a partnership no lectures, no judgment, no weird power dynamic. Just two people working together on what matters most to you.
Clients often say they appreciate her:
Grounded, approachable vibe
Deep respect for identity, relationships, and lived experiences
Blend of empathy and practical, research-backed tools
Comfort and openness around sexuality and intimacy
Ability to hold space for both personal growth and relational healing
Whether you’re unpacking communication issues, exploring who you are, navigating intimacy, or trying to reconnect with someone you love, Lana shows up with honesty, care, and professionalism. Lana’s Process for Working with Clients Lana starts every therapeutic relationship by getting to know you, your goals, your story, and what brought you to therapy. That first session is all about grounding the work in what you actually want to focus on, individually or as a couple.
As you move forward, she draws from a mix of evidence-based approaches, including:
Attachment Theory
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Gottman Method
Narrative Therapy
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Strengths-Based perspectives
Together, you might explore relational patterns, deepen emotional awareness, address intimacy concerns, or build healthier ways of communicating.
All sessions happen through secure telehealth, so it’s easy to access thoughtful, high-quality care from anywhere in New York. Why Choose Lana James? Lana stands out because she combines strong clinical training with a genuine, human presence. She doesn’t sit back and nod; she’s engaged, curious, and invested.
People choose Lana when they want:
Someone who truly understands relationships and interpersonal dynamics
A therapist who is sex-positive, inclusive, and affirming
A collaborative partner, not a silent observer
Emotional support paired with practical tools
A space where intimacy, identity, and connection can be talked about openly
Flexible telehealth therapy that actually fits into real life
Her work is intentional, affirming, and grounded in meeting clients exactly where they are.
Interested in Working with Lana? If something about Lana’s approach resonates with you or if you’re simply ready for a supportive space to figure things out she’s here to walk alongside you. Whether you’re seeking more clarity within yourself or hoping to strengthen your relationship, Lana offers compassionate, grounded therapy that helps you move toward confidence, connection, and long-term change. Schedule a telehealth session with Lana James and take the first step toward a healthier relationship with yourself and the people you love. Contact Information Email: admin@empowerpsychotherapyllc.com
Phone: (480) 291-0769
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