I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) ,with over 30 years of experience. I have experience working with people who have depression, anxiety, substance abuse disorder, relationship issues, and anger management. I also have expertise working with clients who have suffered from physical, sexual, and emotional abuse. I am an experienced life coach, helping individuals to improve their self-esteem, self-confidence, and motivation. I assist clients in transitioning to new careers, or relationships, and identifying and achieving their life goals.
My counseling style is direct and caring. I demonstrate good listening skills, and encourage clients to actively engage in counseling sessions, and follow through with the treatment plan that we mutually design. In therapy, I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Solution Focused Therapy, and Mindfulness Therapy.
A positive first step is recognizing a problem and seeking help. If you are truly ready to change, and willing to put in the work, I am here to help you achieve contentment and fulfill your goals in life.
Additional areas of focus: Family conflicts, Grief, Parenting issues, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, Aging and Geriatric Issues, Codependency, Commitment Issues, Communication problems
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy
PA LCSW CW012532
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Excellent highly recommend Thomas really takes the time to understand and get to the root of the problem
Written on Jun 11, 2023 after therapy with Thomas for 1 year and 10 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, coaching,
Thomas is very patient and kind, he made me relax and feel better about myself. He replies to messages immediately and checks up on you outside of sessions. My time spent with Thomas was very healing.
Written on Oct 21, 2021 after therapy with Thomas for 1 week on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and self esteem
Tom is such a great listener and offers great reassurance and advice. I am thankful I was connected with him!
Written on May 27, 2021 after therapy with Thomas for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes