Jim Harrison
Licensed Professional Counselor | Clinical Substance Abuse Counselor | International Certified Gambling Counselor Level II | Board Approved Clinical Consultant
Specialization
Jim Harrison provides comprehensive therapy for substance use disorders and gambling addiction, helping adults throughout Southeastern Wisconsin find pathways to lasting recovery without judgment or labels. He specializes in addiction treatment with a holistic approach.
At Evidence-Based Counseling Solutions, Jim works exclusively with clients 18 and older, offering both individual and group counseling sessions that draw on over 35 years of teaching and counseling experience across Waukesha County and the Greater Milwaukee area.
Info About Jim Harrison
35+ Years of Experience
Contact
jlharrisoniii@yahoo.com
Expertise
Jim’s practice focuses on evidence-based approaches for:
- Substance use disorders across the spectrum
- Gambling addiction assessment and recovery
- OWI offender counseling and assessments
- Alternatives to Revocation (ATRs)
- Pre-Sentence Investigations (PSIs)
- Deferred Prosecution Agreement monitoring
As a current Board member of the Wisconsin Council on Problem Gambling and member of the Moraine Park Technical College Substance Abuse Counseling Advisory Committee, Jim brings authoritative knowledge to his practice serving clients from Milwaukee, Brookfield, New Berlin, West Allis and throughout Southeastern Wisconsin.
Approach
His therapeutic philosophy emphasizes non-judgmental, shame-free treatment that recognizes the power of group therapy for building support networks and sharing both challenges and successes. Jim uniquely integrates his background as a percussionist through drum circles—offering an innovative, holistic approach to recovery that complements traditional therapeutic methods.
Jim maintains professional affiliations with the National Association for Alcohol and Drug Addiction Counselors (NAADAC), Wisconsin Council on Problem Gambling (WCPG), and National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG). His practice welcomes clients with insurance accepted for all services.
Education
Jim holds an Master’s Degree in Science with a focus on curriculum and supervision and a Bachelor’s Degree in Biology (Secondary Education) from the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh, complemented by extensive professional certifications including Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Clinical Substance Abuse Counselor (CSAC), International Certified Gambling Counselor Level II (ICGC-II), and Board Approved Clinical Consultant (BACC).