James Olsen

James Olsen is a Distinguished Sex Therapist and Chief Executive Officer at Pacific Behavioral Healthcare. Olsen works with people navigating sexual health and compulsive behaviors, tailoring treatment to address the needs and circumstances of each client.

Olsen's extensive background includes serving on the board of directors for the Society for the Advancement of Sexual Health. His leadership in developing international training standards for sexually compulsive behaviors his commitment to advancing the field. He also served as Editor-in-Chief of the Mental Health Law & Policy Journal, integrating mental health and legal expertise into his practice.

At Pacific Behavioral Healthcare, Olsen facilitates individual, couples, and group therapy sessions. He employs cognitive behavioral and constructivist approaches, creating a compassionate environment for growth and healing. Clients can expect evidence based treatment informed by the latest scientific insights.