As a licensed therapist in Illinois, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating complex emotional landscapes. My approach is deeply compassionate and tailored to each person's unique journey, with expertise in addressing depression, trauma, self-esteem challenges, and mood disorders.
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I offer a supportive space for exploring life's most profound challenges, including social anxiety, relationship dynamics, personal growth, and healing from past experiences. My therapeutic style centers on understanding individual strengths and creating meaningful pathways toward emotional wellness.
My practice embraces diverse experiences and perspectives, with a commitment to providing affirming, respectful care. Whether you're struggling with workplace stress, relationship transitions, or personal transformation, I'm dedicated to walking alongside you with empathy and professional guidance.
I believe in the power of collaborative healing, where we work together to uncover your inherent resilience and develop practical strategies for sustainable emotional well-being. My goal is to help you cultivate self-understanding, build meaningful connections, and move toward a more fulfilling life.
Professional experience
15 yrs in practice
Trauma and abuse Anger management Motivation, self esteem, and confidence Bipolar disorder Depression
Additional areas of focus:Stress and anxiety, Coping with addictions, LGBTQ+ related issues, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Career difficulties, Coping with life changes, Executive and professional coaching, Compassion fatigue, Concentration, memory and focus (ADHD), Abandonment, Antisocial personality, Attachment issues, Avoidant personality, Blended family issues, Caregiver issues and stress, Chronic pain, illness, and disability, Co-morbidity, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Coping with natural or human-caused disaster, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD), Dissociation, Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Drug and alcohol addiction, Family of origin issues, Fatherhood issues, First responder issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, HIV / AIDS, Hoarding, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Intellectual disability, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Men's issues, Midlife crisis, Money and financial issues, Mood disorders, Multicultural concerns, Narcissism, Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Paranoia, Personality disorders, Phobias, Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships, Postpartum depression, Post-traumatic stress, Prejudice and discrimination, Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling), Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-harm, Self-love, Sexual assault and abuse, Sexuality, Smoking / vaping cessation, Social anxiety and phobia, Somatization, Traumatic brain injury, Visually impaired, Women's issues, Workplace issues
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Thomas Buckner. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
I am having a wonderful experience with my therapist (Thomas Buckner). He is compassionate, understanding, and genuinely took the time to listen without judgment. I always feel comfortable expressing my thoughts and emotions, and his guidance gives me a better perspective and practical tools to navigate difficult situations. I truly appreciate his professionalism and support and would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a caring and trustworthy therapist.
Written on Sep 11, 2026 after therapy with Thomas for 3 weeks on issues concerning addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, and intimacy-related issues
Top notch therapist!
Written on Sep 03, 2026 after therapy with Thomas for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, and adhd
Wonderful!!
Written on Aug 10, 2026 after therapy with Thomas for 1 month on issues concerning depression, family conflicts, and coping with life changes
Thomas is a very helpful, understanding and supportive therapist
Written on Jul 27, 2026 after therapy with Thomas for 2 years and 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Thomas is an excellent therapist and does a great job balancing listening and providing feedback/advice. Our conversation flow and he makes opening up easy for me, which has been a difficult step for me in the past. I have excited to see how I will continue to grow with Thomas' help.
Written on Jul 22, 2026 after therapy with Thomas for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes
A+
Written on Jul 16, 2026 after therapy with Thomas for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and adhd
It’s always great to chat with Thomas. We are just learning each other so I’ll have a better review later on in the sessions.
Written on Jul 16, 2026 after therapy with Thomas for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, career difficulties, coaching, and compassion fatigue
Thomas Buckner is so down to earth, comforting and extremely attentive to the goals I set for my journey through therapy. I truly enjoy hearing is expert opinion and sometimes just having his ear makes me more calm and ready to unpack real traumas that I can't speak through with anyone else. He's one of the most "people person," therapists I've met in a long time!
Written on Jul 11, 2026 after therapy with Thomas for 1 year and 10 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar dis
Thomas is very supportive, while pointing out behaviors that may need to be addressed. He’s a great listener.
Written on Jul 01, 2026 after therapy with Thomas for 2 months on issues concerning family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and parenting issues
He’s great and getting me on the right track.
Written on Jun 03, 2026 after therapy with Thomas for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
good with OCD
Written on Jun 02, 2026 after therapy with Thomas for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, eating disorders, and bipolar disorder
I think Tom is a really experienced therapist and his ability to have a conversation that in then moment doesn’t initially feel like therapy but just chatting with someone you know that cares. Then his advice hits you later on through the week or the day where you go “wow, that makes sense now”. 10/10
Written on May 27, 2026 after therapy with Thomas for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
Thomas is a very warm, inviting man. He put me at ease immediately. He was very relatable and understood what I was saying. He gives great feedback and tools to better me. I like him a lot!!!!!❤️
Written on May 04, 2026 after therapy with Thomas for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, anger management, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and adhd
Thomas has been working with me for a long time now and has been a very important part of my ability to better myself. I have had a lot of struggles to overcome since last year when my wife wanted to separate and is ending in divorce. Without Thomas in my life this stage of my life would have been unimaginable. His support and guidance, I extend to have in my life long term. Thanks Thomas.
Written on Feb 23, 2026 after therapy with Thomas for 11 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Thomas is amazing.
Written on Feb 12, 2026 after therapy with Thomas for 4 months on issues concerning relationship issues
Extremely careful listener. He respects the patient. And he does not judge. He understand what you actually trying to say, when you are having a hard time to express yourself. Recommended
Written on Feb 02, 2026 after therapy with Thomas for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Wonderful to talk to and extremely understanding and lots of empathy ❤️
Written on Nov 28, 2025 after therapy with Thomas for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
Thomas is a fantastic therapist. He is wise, learned, and always willing to listen. I would absolutely recommend him.
Written on Nov 03, 2025 after therapy with Thomas for 2 years and 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Thomas is very respectful and knowledgeable. His strength focus approach helps keeping myself grounded.
Written on Oct 07, 2025 after therapy with Thomas for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
Thomas is a very insightful and knowledgeable therapist. He is able to listen and understand and makes suggestions that are relevant and helpful.
Written on Oct 05, 2025 after therapy with Thomas for 1 year and 6 months on issues concerning trauma and abuse, parenting issues, and bipolar disorder
Thomas is a very helpful therapist, and a great man, an encouragement, a good listener, and he helped me to focus on what was healthy for me, which I needed encouragement on because I sometimes liked to focus somewhere else.
I found Thomas's vocabulary different from mine, and that sometimes made my ability to understand his wisdom more of a challenge. However, whenever I asked what he meant by what he said, he explained it to me clearly and immediately, and I found it was very applicable, helpful, practical, simple, and down-to-earth wisdom: exactly the kind of thing I needed more of. I appreciate Thomas's ability to see that and apply it to me, and to encourage what I am doing well, and to suggest other things that I could try as well.
Written on Sep 09, 2025 after therapy with Thomas for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, coaching, and adhd
Love working with Thomas
Written on Aug 15, 2025 after therapy with Thomas for 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger management, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Thomas always listens to my concerns and never judges me and always points me in the direction that things would fit me well based on what I’m telling him he truly is the best
Written on Jul 08, 2025 after therapy with Thomas for 5 months on issues concerning family conflicts, grief, parenting issues, anger management, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and adhd
Mr. Buckner is a very articulate, kind and compassionate soul. An individual who truly cares about building a real connection with the individual in every session.
Written on May 26, 2025 after therapy with Thomas for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, trauma and abuse, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coaching, and adhd
Wonderful man easy to talk to.
Written on May 17, 2025 after therapy with Thomas for 4 months on issues concerning relationship issues, parenting issues, and anger management
From our short time so far, he seems very knowledgeable and understanding.
Written on May 13, 2025 after therapy with Thomas for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and bipolar disorder
Thomas is the most caring therapist I couldve been matched with. He listens when you talk, and helps your work around situations you’re going through. Thomas knows how to communicate, and how to push yourself to be better.
Written on Apr 30, 2025 after therapy with Thomas for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem
He is great he wants you to be your best and he listens
Written on Apr 10, 2025 after therapy with Thomas for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, anger management, and coping with life changes
Thomas has provided great insight and suggestions on ways to handle my stressors and ways to stay within myself and the day. He is timely and courteous and has been a pleasure to work with!
Written on Mar 31, 2025 after therapy with Thomas for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and parenting issues
Mr. Buckner is very insightful and knowledgeable! I trust them fully with my mental healthcare, but he also challenges me in every way possible and pushes me to make sure I implement these tools and the resources he gives me
Written on Mar 28, 2025 after therapy with Thomas for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and self esteem
Just great
Written on Mar 14, 2025 after therapy with Thomas for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and adhd
Dr. Thomas Buckner is an excellent counselor/therapist. He excels in listening while the client voices their concerns, and he gives thought provoking responses in the form of questioning the client. He has never made me feel unheard or dismissed in any of the exercises. I would happily recommend Dr. T Buck to anyone looking for some assistance.
Written on Mar 03, 2025 after therapy with Thomas for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, coaching, c
Thomas is very thoughtful and attentive. He provides great ideas of how I can better focus on me. He addresses issues thoroughly.
Written on Feb 27, 2025 after therapy with Thomas for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes
Great man listens to my words gives sounds advice on how to coup all around great man .
Written on Feb 25, 2025 after therapy with Thomas for 2 months on issues concerning depression, addictions, relationship issues, grief, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes
Excellent . Easy to converse with.
Written on Feb 13, 2025 after therapy with Thomas for 2 weeks
A great and considerate therapist
Written on Feb 07, 2025 after therapy with Thomas for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, career difficulties, and adhd
Thomas is a great listener and I would highly reccomend anyone that needs to get concerns of their mind to book a session with him!
Written on Feb 05, 2025 after therapy with Thomas for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and compassion fatigue
Thomas is an amazing counselor and listener. I am usually very guarded even when I am told my information is confidential. Thomas has made it easier to let my hair down and feel confident that he is here to help provide tools that will enable me to overcome my massive emotional hurdles one day at a time. Thomas is a great resource to his field and this platform.
Written on Jan 23, 2025 after therapy with Thomas for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, sleeping disorders, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Amazing
Written on Dec 27, 2024 after therapy with Thomas for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, and adhd
I am grateful for Thomas assistance to see my blind spots, that I have been ignoring or people have been telling me .
It was great to get someone else perspective on how I've been doing things and why they weren't working out for me.
He allowed me to express myself and asked the right questions for me to reflect.
The conversations were free flowing, which makes it easy to talk with him ..
And when I went off topic, he guided me back to focus, so we were able to get a breakthrough by the end of most of how sessions.
These past six months have been something interesting and honestly Thomas has helped greatly
Written on Dec 21, 2024 after therapy with Thomas for 5 months on issues concerning relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, and coaching
I’ve only had a few sessions but for my first time in therapy, Thomas has made smooth for me.
Written on Dec 21, 2024 after therapy with Thomas for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
In the two sessions that I have had with Thomas, he has been so helpful, kind, and understanding. I am so glad I connected with him!
Written on Dec 13, 2024 after therapy with Thomas for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and grief
I find Thomas full of life and he helps me gets to the core of the issue before I leave and also keeps in contact with me daily which I so badly need and can't get from other counseling. He send me inspiration to think about during the day and also has empathy and care of my safety and my health he is a great coach and look forward to many more sessions
Written on Nov 17, 2024 after therapy with Thomas for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Best therapy I've seen
Written on Nov 01, 2024 after therapy with Thomas for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
Thomas is very professional but makes our session felt like like sitting with a respected trustworthy family member. I anticipate what I will learn from his expertise.
Written on Oct 31, 2024 after therapy with Thomas for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
Thomas has been very responsive and helpful. He is taking the time to assess how I communicate best and adjust to meet those needs. Most importantly he listens to see how I absorb information and presents his message in way that i can accept it.
Written on Oct 25, 2024 after therapy with Thomas for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, and adhd
Thomas has been so agreeable to work with I couldn’t recommend him more. His patient approach to each nuance that I bring up is more of a relief than I can say. I’ve gone through quite a bit in the last year, and he’s been taking everything one at a time. Focusing on the things that I want to. Encouraging me throughout the week and more.
Written on Oct 25, 2024 after therapy with Thomas for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Thomas has been such a wonderful listener. I like his approach to Therapy. I feel very comfortable talking with him about all issues. I feel respected and heard.
I appreciate his sessions and I will continue for many more . Thank you
Written on Oct 17, 2024 after therapy with Thomas for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Thomas listens carefully and suggests solutions which is helpful. He always responds my messages on time and asks me questions to understand my point.
Written on Oct 04, 2024 after therapy with Thomas for 2 weeks on issues concerning self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and coaching
Thomas listens and allows me to express myself without feeling guilty
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Written on Sep 24, 2024 after therapy with Thomas for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, relationship issues, and bipolar disorder
The absolute best! His energy and expertise is a godsend. If you look up therapist he should be the face. Please do not hesitate in receiving therapy including knowledge from Thomas you will become a better you.
Written on Sep 23, 2024 after therapy with Thomas for 11 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue,
Thomas has been very helpful and he’s been very understanding about my situation, always looking out for me and supporting into making the best decisions.
Written on Sep 04, 2024 after therapy with Thomas for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, coa
Thomas is an excellent listener and supporter of my mental health and well-being. During our sessions, he regularly engages in a way that is affirming and self-empowering. Even his greetings and questions about how my day has gone encourage me to look at life with enthusiasm and gratitude, and even to grow in my own self-esteem.
I am deeply grateful to Thomas for his support over the last year, and look forward to continuing my journey of healing with him.
Written on Aug 20, 2024 after therapy with Thomas for 1 year and 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and adhd
Thomas is a real human . I'm very thankful for his insight. Highly recommend.
Written on Aug 20, 2024 after therapy with Thomas for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, family conflicts, grief, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, and coping with life changes
He’s amazing
Written on Aug 06, 2024 after therapy with Thomas for 11 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and coaching
Thomas Buckner is a good Therapist.
He listens, he shows care, and gives feedback, so far therapy is going well.
Written on Jul 16, 2024 after therapy with Thomas for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, sleeping disorders, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
Dr. Thomas is awesome! Kind and a great listener. Helped me through a really rough part of my life and I’m grateful for his help.
Written on Jul 10, 2024 after therapy with Thomas for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, anger management, bipolar disorder, and adhd
I am a very happy client so far
Written on Jun 29, 2024 after therapy with Thomas for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
He’s been great so far
Written on Jun 28, 2024 after therapy with Thomas for 2 weeks on issues concerning addictions, and self esteem
Thomas has been a beacon of understanding and helping me to realize that in order to be at my best, I need to look at the "bigger picture." Small wins are not the "WIN" but they are baby steps towards making and continuing the progress I need to do in order to be at my absolute best.
Written on May 23, 2024 after therapy with Thomas for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
Thomas is very easy to talk to and understanding. He is knowledgeable and well spoken. Thomas makes me feel better with his words, knowing I will be ok by the time we get off the call.
Written on Apr 23, 2024 after therapy with Thomas for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
I respect Mr. Buckner opinion and professionalism. He listen comprehensively and creates a judgement free atmosphere.
Written on Mar 24, 2024 after therapy with Thomas for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Thomas is not only a thoughtful listener, but he challenges me to think in ways I previously wasn't, focus on the things I can control and be present. I look forward to our chats weekly.
Written on Mar 05, 2024 after therapy with Thomas for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
I’ve been seeing Thomas for about six 6 months now. He’s been able to work with me through a difficult situation and have felt more secure about certain decisions that had to made. Thomas is a compassionate and kind therapist. His recommendations are always timely. I recommend him to others.
Written on Feb 15, 2024 after therapy with Thomas for 7 months on issues concerning trauma and abuse, grief, and coping with life changes
Dr. Thomas is extremely thoughtful and patient. I highly recommend him.
Written on Jan 22, 2024 after therapy with Thomas for 1 year on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and coaching
Thomas has been an immense resource for me during one of the darkest periods of my life. I am very grateful to have him guiding me through my healing.
Written on Nov 14, 2023 after therapy with Thomas for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, compassion fatigue, coping with life changes, and adhd
While procrastinating even therapy, Dr.Buckner continued to reach out to make sure i was okay. I would recommend him to anyone with the same issues i have.
Written on Sep 03, 2023 after therapy with Thomas for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar dis
Thomas always responds in a timely manner, is supportive, kind, and helps me focus on the positive. I appreciate that he is always responsive and willing to support me.
Written on Aug 24, 2023 after therapy with Thomas for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and coping with life changes
A true professional ! Awesome ! etc.
Written on Aug 15, 2023 after therapy with Thomas for 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
He's a natural, just talking to him calms me down. Thomas is kind and understanding and knows how to help me with my life concerns and issues. He has been a huge asset to me this year during a turbulent time in my life. I highly recommend him!
Written on Jul 28, 2023 after therapy with Thomas for 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, anger management, coaching, and adhd
Thomas is helpful, and helps nudge me in the right way improving things in a “incremental” fashion.
Written on Jul 14, 2023 after therapy with Thomas for 2 months on issues concerning relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and intimacy-related issues
Thomas Buckner is an amazing Therapist. His listening skills are epic!
Written on Jul 07, 2023 after therapy with Thomas for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
Thomas is great, always reminds me go focus on the now, be present in my day
Written on Jun 27, 2023 after therapy with Thomas for 5 months on issues concerning trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, and coping with life changes
Mr. Bucknor is an excellent individual, he's great at listening and recommending ways where one can improve depending on their strengths and areas of concern. He has helped me being more confident about myself and help me on my journey to being my aunthentic self. Greatly recommend to anyone interested in having an effective therapist.
Written on Jun 26, 2023 after therapy with Thomas for 3 weeks on issues concerning self esteem, anger management, and coaching
Thomas has exceeded my expectations. I'm healthier in all aspects of life and more mentally sound than ever because of his help..
Written on Jun 15, 2023 after therapy with Thomas for 11 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, eating disorders, self esteem, anger management, and career difficulties
He's like an great, wise ol'bear who knows ancient secrets and I love it so much
Written on Jun 07, 2023 after therapy with Thomas for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
Thomas is a very compassionate and empathetic person. He's honest about goals and flexible with his time. He's a great person.
Written on May 31, 2023 after therapy with Thomas for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
He listens to me everything I open my mouth. Some times I have a habit to cut people off and he would sit there and listen to me until I stop talking. Most importantly, he gives feedback. The kind where you would only give if you were listening. I had to switch the frequency of our sessions and he accommodated me. Choosing a therapist is difficult due to other point of views. Thomas is very professional. I highly recommend!
Written on May 23, 2023 after therapy with Thomas for 2 weeks on issues concerning anger management
Thomas truly cares about me as a person, and I appreciate that.
Written on May 18, 2023 after therapy with Thomas for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes
Great individual that is kind and provides effective tools to help.
Written on May 15, 2023 after therapy with Thomas for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, relationship issues, and adhd
Thomas, B is very knowledgeable. He is nice and understanding.
Written on May 09, 2023 after therapy with Thomas for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and coaching
I am so grateful that I have met Thomas. I went into therapy a little anxious but after talking with him for just a few moments I was able to open up. He's been such a positive passenger in my car, while I navigate this bumpy road of life. Very encouraging and I feel like he really hears me, even when Im not sure what I'm saying
Written on Apr 19, 2023 after therapy with Thomas for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and bipolar disorder
Thomas is a great listener and is very thoughtful in his approach! Highly recommend!
Written on Apr 03, 2023 after therapy with Thomas for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, coaching, and adhd
I am very grateful to Thomas for his help and presence. After working with him for a very short time, I felt immensely better and my anxiety reduced 90%. Thomas gave me very practical advice, which I needed and which worked very well for me, that I continue applying with great results. I highly recommend Thomas for anyone who needs to make changes in their thinking style, which leads to changes in the emotional states. Thomas is a skilled therapist who is very kind, present, and attentive and I highly recommend working with him.
Written on Mar 16, 2023 after therapy with Thomas for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and adhd
Thomas and I had great conversation. He is an easy person to talk to and gave me lots of great tools to help myself. I appreciated every session with him and feel much better because of our sessions
Written on Mar 07, 2023 after therapy with Thomas for 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
Dr. Buckner is a very solid therapist who dedicates his attention to not just healing the specific issues, but healing the entire self.
Written on Feb 21, 2023 after therapy with Thomas for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Love his work.
Written on Feb 14, 2023 after therapy with Thomas for 3 weeks on issues concerning addictions, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes
Thomas has been responsive to my questions and have provided the resources that have helped me improve my life's perspective. Thank you!
Written on Feb 13, 2023 after therapy with Thomas for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, self esteem, and coaching
Thomas is a great listener and a “safe space “ to express concerns.
Written on Jan 27, 2023 after therapy with Thomas for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Such a great therapist! Kind and compassionate! Makes me feel heard.
Written on Jan 09, 2023 after therapy with Thomas for 1 month on issues concerning relationship issues
Thank you Thomas! You helped me more than you know !!
Written on Dec 18, 2022 after therapy with Thomas for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, and sleeping disorders
He is Great!
Written on Dec 10, 2022 after therapy with Thomas for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Amazing
Written on Dec 01, 2022 after therapy with Thomas for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and coaching
Dr. Buckner is Professional, kind, and sympathetic. My first session was constructive. I look forward to working with him.
Written on Nov 30, 2022 after therapy with Thomas for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Thomas Buckner helped me overcome some really dark periods in my life.
Written on Nov 15, 2022 after therapy with Thomas for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Thank you, you are amazing and wonderful. Hopefully we can meet again in the future, if not...I wish you the best.
Written on Oct 30, 2022 after therapy with Thomas for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
Thomas helped me through so much. When I started therapy with him earlier this year, I was at such a low point in my mental health. I was having issues at home, at work, and with my physical health.
Thomas never once judged me but rather helped me see the path to a better future and I couldn't be more greatful.
Written on Sep 29, 2022 after therapy with Thomas for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, and self esteem
Love working with Thomas.
Written on Sep 22, 2022 after therapy with Thomas for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life
Very friendly and communicating
Written on Sep 13, 2022 after therapy with Thomas for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Working with Thomas during my toughest moments really pull me out of a hole I dug myself in.
Written on Sep 07, 2022 after therapy with Thomas for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes
Thomas is a great communicator. He is there to always listen as well. Working with Thomas is helping me connect more with myself as a person so that i can keep thriving on my journey. Very grateful for Thomas!
Written on Sep 07, 2022 after therapy with Thomas for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching,
Thomas is amazing! He has helped me so much! He is helping me change my life with his assistance as a therapist. He is patient and goes beyond for his patients. I feel like I have the support and the rock I needed to go through life hoops. He is a blessing in my life. Please choose Thomas He is amazing.
Written on Aug 29, 2022 after therapy with Thomas for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
Like a close and supportive friend who helps me feel like he understands me more than I understand myself! Highly recommended!
Written on Aug 25, 2022 after therapy with Thomas for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life
Thomas Buckner is a kind person who really cares and wants to understand me. He has a big heart and always finds a way to make me smile in times I struggle to. I recommend this therapist with a big thumbs up!
Written on Aug 24, 2022 after therapy with Thomas for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
One of the most kindest therapists I have ever met. Apart from being a therapist he is such an amazing person with a big and kind heart. I always feel so much better when I speak to him. Thank you Thomas for looking after this lil Aussie
Written on Aug 16, 2022 after therapy with Thomas for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
Great
Written on Aug 14, 2022 after therapy with Thomas for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Thomas is kind and heartfelt in his conversations. He is good at keeping me on topic and steering the conversation back towards goal setting, and general themes that help me stay organized. It feels like talking to an old friend.
Written on Aug 02, 2022 after therapy with Thomas for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, sleeping disorders, self esteem, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Dr. Buckner is an amazing listener and helped me towards steps in rediscovering my inner strength and being empowered. And he’s very flexible with scheduling and patient. I’ve been able to grow so much these past couple of months. Thank you so much!
Written on Aug 01, 2022 after therapy with Thomas for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
Thomas Buckner has been a huge help to me. He’s not a robot. He speaks to me with genuine concern. I think he’s a South Sider too, so there you go. Best ears on the planet reside in south cook county, Illinois.
Written on Jul 27, 2022 after therapy with Thomas for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, sleeping disorders, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Thank you for your patience in listening on to my tangent responses and providing me with proper feedback
Written on Jul 25, 2022 after therapy with Thomas for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Thomas is awesome very understanding.
Written on Jul 22, 2022 after therapy with Thomas for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
I am very thankful for having been paired with Thomas. He knows how to connect with me and gives me great advice when I get stuck in my head. Checks on me when I haven’t wrote in my journal to make sure I’m doing well. Very thankful.
Written on Jun 29, 2022 after therapy with Thomas for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Great Therapist. Highly recommend.
Written on Jun 27, 2022 after therapy with Thomas for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and compassion fatigue
Thomas has been an amazing help. He listens and helps you figure out a plan to better help you reach the goals that you want.
Written on Jun 25, 2022 after therapy with Thomas for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, career difficulties, coaching, and adhd
An amazing therapist that listens to you and participates in the conversation. I felt so open and free when talking to him.
Written on Jun 23, 2022 after therapy with Thomas for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and adhd
Mr Buckner is awesome. He's a great listener. He was very helpful.
Written on Jun 19, 2022 after therapy with Thomas for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and self esteem
Thomas is a great motivator
Written on Jun 18, 2022 after therapy with Thomas for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, and adhd
I have spoken with him for a short time but he has been great so far and listens to me.
Written on Jun 16, 2022 after therapy with Thomas for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
I'm so glad that I found him.
Written on Jun 08, 2022 after therapy with Thomas for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, anger management, adhd, family conflicts, and sleeping disorders
Thomas is great. He listens and gives good advice would highly recommend
Written on May 27, 2022 after therapy with Thomas for 3 weeks on issues concerning bipolar disorder, coaching, and adhd
When I first me Mr. Buckner it felt like I was speaking to a long time friend. In my first session I felt very comfortable.
Written on May 25, 2022 after therapy with Thomas for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, anger management, coping with life changes, and coaching
Great listener, however, needs to understand the persons individual issue rather than the sum of its parts
Written on May 24, 2022 after therapy with Thomas for 2 weeks on issues concerning family conflicts, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, self esteem, and anger management
Very satisfied!!
Written on May 22, 2022 after therapy with Thomas for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem
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