James Annear

About Us

" “You have to be really brave to go down this road of recovery. It IS hard work. And it is worth every second of it.” As a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) specializing in trauma, betrayal, compulsive sexual behavior and intimacy avoidance, James not only believes in sustainable emotional health and recovery—he lives it within his family, community and clinical practice. “Its not enough to just get sober,” James tells his clients. “It’s about getting WELL, choosing health over sickness, every single time. It’s about treating others—including your highest self—better than you did while living as an active addict, or actor. View 10 Photos", James is a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP), APSATS Certified Clinical Partner Specialist, trained by Dr. Barbara Steffens (CCPS), and Certified Sex Addiction Therapist Supervisor, trained by Dr. Patrick Carnes (CSAT-S). He is an EMDR practitioner (EMDR-II), Florida Qualified Supervisor (FQS) and State of FL Supreme Court Certified Mediator. , In collaboration with his wife and business partner, Sharon Rinearson, James applies an insightful and nuanced approach, resulting in a tough-love reputation that CORE clients appreciate. "James and Sharon aren\t afraid to call us on our crap," one client stated. "But what makes CORE different? Here we know we are genuinely LOVED—deeply, wholly and safely."