941-725-2763Dradamscs@gmail.com8788 SR 70 E. #101, Bradenton, FL 34202
Dr. Adams and Associates Counseling Services

Care that meets you where you are

Counseling for a Better Life

Tailored support for individuals, couples, and families—helping you move forward with clarity, confidence, and care. In-office and virtual appointments are available.

100% Confidential
Qualified Team
Individual Approach
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We accept Medicare and many other insurance plansLicensed in Florida and Texas

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Our services

Support for every season of life.

Treatment options for individuals, couples, families, and adolescents—always shaped around your needs.

01

Individual Therapy

Confidential psychotherapy tailored to your needs, challenges, and goals.

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02

Couples Counseling

Improve communication, rebuild trust, and strengthen your relationship.

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03

Family & Parent Support

Practical strategies that reduce conflict and improve cooperation.

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04

Anxiety Treatment

Practical tools to reduce worry, manage stress, and feel more confident in daily life.

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05

Depression Treatment

Manage symptoms and reconnect with the people and activities you value.

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06

Trauma & PTSD Support

Personalized care for intrusive thoughts, emotions, and trauma responses.

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Personal Growth

Guidance for life changes, stress, self-discovery, and greater balance.

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Specializations

Care for the challenges that shape everyday life.

Choose a specialty to see how our team can support you.

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Tools to calm worry, reduce tension, and move forward with confidence.

Compassionate support for rebuilding energy, connection, and brighter days.

A safe, paced approach to healing after overwhelming experiences.

Healthier boundaries, clearer communication, and deeper connection.

Support that honors your experience and helps you navigate change.

Personal strategies for restoring balance, clarity, and resilience.

Skills to understand triggers and respond in healthier ways.

Nonjudgmental support for changing patterns and strengthening coping skills.

A supportive space for teens and practical guidance for parents.

Professional consultation, team support, and goal-focused coaching.

How it works

A clear path forward, together.

01

Book a Discovery Call

Meet an experienced counselor, share your concerns, and schedule your first appointment.

02

Begin Your Therapy

Set goals in a welcoming atmosphere and explore techniques tailored to your needs.

03

Grow with Support

Notice positive changes as your counselor adapts and supports your progress.

Why choose us

Genuine care. Professional experience. Support that fits your life.

Our team offers extensive training, a personal approach, convenient availability, and a commitment to privacy.

  • Evening & weekend hours
  • Most insurance accepted
  • Additional resources & training
  • Warm, confidential environment

The first step can feel difficult. Our role is to make it feel safe, clear, and genuinely hopeful.

Dr. Adams & Associates

Meet the team

Experienced professionals who genuinely care.

Get to know the people who make Dr. Adams & Associates a warm, supportive place to grow.

Dr. James Adams

Dr. James Adams

Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Licensed Professional Counselor
Licensed in Florida and Texas

Dr. James Adams earned his bachelor's degree from Henderson State University, his master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Argosy University, and his doctorate from Grand Canyon University. He is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Licensed Professional Counselor dedicated to helping adults, adolescents, couples, and families lead healthier, more fulfilling lives.

Dr. Adams works with individuals and couples dealing with life's struggles. While he holds many certifications, he also enjoys working with military personnel, their spouses, and their families. As a Marine Corps and Gulf War veteran, Dr. Adams brings personal insight into the challenges experienced by military members, veterans, and their families. He works with clients facing trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, stress, relationship difficulties, and major life transitions. His compassionate, practical approach helps clients better understand their experiences, develop effective coping skills, and create meaningful, lasting change.

Dr. Adams is also the author of Understanding the Trauma Brain: A Practical Guide to PTSD and Healing and Compassion Fatigue: Helping Those Who Help Others. Through counseling, education, and writing, he is committed to making mental health information understandable and giving people practical tools for healing and personal growth.

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Amber Comeskey

Amber Comeskey

Licensed Professional Counselor

Amber earned her bachelor's degree in Psychology and her master's degree in Social Work from the University of South Florida. She provides compassionate, strengths-based, and solution-focused therapy, helping clients build resilience, develop healthy coping skills, and create meaningful, lasting change.

As the wife of an active-duty U.S. Army officer, Amber has a strong understanding of the unique challenges faced by military members, veterans, and their families. She is passionate about supporting individuals through deployments, relocations, life transitions, and the emotional stressors of military life.

Amber works with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, PTSD, trauma, stress, and other life challenges. She is committed to creating a warm, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment where clients feel heard, empowered, and equipped to achieve their personal goals and improve their overall well-being.

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Cameron Padgett

Cameron Padgett

Master's of Science in Mental Health Counseling
R.M.H.C.I.

Cameron Padgett earned his bachelor's degree in Psychology from Florida State University and his Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from National Louis University. He is passionate about helping individuals overcome life's challenges and achieve lasting personal growth.

Cameron takes an empathetic, motivational, and cognitive approach to therapy, creating a supportive, nonjudgmental environment where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered. He enjoys working with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, life transitions, and other mental health concerns, helping them develop practical tools to achieve their goals.

Outside of the office, Cameron enjoys playing the drums, spending time at the beach, and playing volleyball.

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Books by Dr. Adams

Helpful resources for your journey.

Continue learning with practical books from Dr. James Adams, available through Amazon.

Ready when you are

Take the first step toward a better life.

Reach out to schedule an appointment or ask a question. We'll help you understand what comes next.