Dr. Edith James, PsyD, LP, Psychologist in Eugene, Oregon

Dr. Edith James helps adults and older adults across Oregon gain clarity, answers, and direction through comprehensive psychological testing and assessment services at LifeStance Health. She works with individuals who are seeking a deeper understanding of their cognitive, emotional, behavioral, or psychological functioning, providing evaluations that support accurate diagnosis and meaningful treatment planning. Her approach is thorough, patient-centered, and designed to help clients better understand themselves and their next steps toward wellness. A key focus of Dr. James’s practice is psychological testing for neurodiverse adults, including those who may have lived for years without a clear explanation for challenges related to attention, learning, communication, or daily functioning. She is passionate about psychodiagnostic assessment and helping individuals obtain answers that can lead to increased self-understanding, greater independence, and stronger support systems. Dr. James presents findings in a clear, accessible manner and offers practical recommendations tailored to each person’s unique needs and goals. Dr. James provides psychological testing for concerns such as ADHD, anxiety, and depression, while also evaluating a range of additional mental health and developmental conditions. She has experience working with individuals from diverse backgrounds, including members of the LGBTQ+ community, military veterans, and adults with autism spectrum disorders or developmental disabilities. Her evaluations are designed to identify strengths as well as challenges, helping inform treatment, academic, workplace, and personal decision-making. She earned her PsyD in Clinical Psychology from George Fox University and completed advanced clinical training through internship and residency experiences focused on assessment and diagnostic services. Since beginning her practice in 2021, she has remained committed to delivering high-quality, evidence-based psychological evaluations. Outside of her professional work, Dr. James enjoys reading, baking, cooking, arts and crafts, and music. She appreciates creative pursuits and lifelong learning, interests that support the thoughtful and curious perspective she brings to her work with clients.