James Harris, resides in Chesterfield, VA. He is a husband and father. James is a military veteran, who has served eight years in the Army with two deployments one each to Iraq and Afghanistan. James is an entrepreneur and investor. James is a LMHP (License Mental Health Professional) after completing graduate school and obtaining a master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. James has founded a movement called "Men to Heal", which focuses on men's overall wellness. This movement initiative encourages men to pay more attention to their mental, emotional and physical health, communicate effectively and increase their knowledge of self. With his Men to Heal movement, James conducts quarterly sessions on various topics for men with assisting in ending the stigma. There are thousands of supporters who have purchased shirts in their efforts to bring awareness and attention to the movement. Celebrities and athletes are in agreement of this movement and have expressed their interest with also purchasing shirts or displaying support on their social media. James currently does community-based services as well as sees clients in a private practice setting. In 2019, James founded a place in the heart of the city called The HEALing Hub. In this place, there is yoga, mindfulness, business classes, outpatient therapy, credit seminars and drives for the less fortunate. He plans to continue a strong path in entrepreneurship. James volunteers often in church, community, hospitals, veteran homes and schools. James has a strong sense of leadership and effective ways and plans to make the community a better place. With deep roots in the community and business, he is essential to ensuring the needs are met for this organization. James has met with the Mayor, Governor, civil rights leaders such as Jesse Jackson, Al Sharpton and other local leaders to name a few. James enjoys panel discussions and speaking engagements and has increased both since his movement has gained attention. James is a member of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc., Chi Sigma Iota (honor society), Virginia Counselors Association VCA and a board member of NAMI-CVA. James is the author of "Man Just Express Yourself". This piece of literature is an interactive journal for boys/men who are challenged with expressing themselves in healthy ways and to gain accountability in areas of life. The book can be purchased at most book hosting places and sold. James also created the "Cheesy Dates" Board Game. A tool for adults and couples to strengthen communication and grow beyond attraction but increase compatibility. A group of friends can play or couples one on one. He also has a YouTube channel called Men to Heal, go like, share and subscribe. His website has all of his contact information and social media www.mentoheal.com
