Author: James Burnham, EDD, LPC

James Burnham is a skilled psychotherapist, educator, and writer with a rich background in mental health, education, and creative arts. Currently a Counselor Oklahoma and an Adjunct Professor at the University of Oklahoma since, James combines clinical expertise with teaching. He holds a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of Oklahoma and a Doctorate of Education (Ed.D.) in Educational Psychology from La Sierra University, where his dissertation explored the effects of California content standards on teacher morale. Dr. Burnham’s academic journey also includes a Bachelor’s degree in Music from Pacific Union College and a Graduate Certificate in Novel Writing from Stanford University (2012-2014), where he honed his craft under accomplished authors. Professionally, he served as a Psychotherapist at Counseling & Recovery Services of Oklahoma (2023-2024), taught for high school English for 22 years in Southern California, and held adjunct faculty roles at Corinthian Colleges and the University of Phoenix. From 2016 to 2021, Dr. Burnham was the Managing Editor of 166 Palms, a literary anthology created by students of Stanford’s Continuing Studies program in novel writing. His multifaceted career reflects a commitment to enhancing lives through therapy, education, and storytelling.