James Amarante, PhD, brings over two decades of experience working with individuals and groups who have problematic relationships with substances and out-of-control behaviors. James created Mindfulness and Moderation based on his extensive training and experience with mindfulness-based, trauma-informed approaches and harm reduction psychotherapy. Drawing from both extensive professional training and profound personal experience, James brings a unique depth of understanding to helping others break free from difficult-to-change behavioral patterns. His approach combines academic expertise with hard-won insights, offering a powerful pathway for those seeking to transform deeply ingrained habits.