Hello! My name is Thomas Kaufman, and I am an LPC working out of Madison, WI. For the past 20 years, I have worked with families, couples, adults, and adolescents. Using cognitive-behavioral theory with narrative techniques, I help empower clients to explore areas within their lives that present challenges and inhibit change, and assist them with finding solutions that will work for them. However, I also believe that the therapeutic relationship is a vital component within any program, which means that I believe that any work needs to be collaborative between myself and my clients. I am certified to deliver trauma-focused treatments as well as providing services to help manage stress and anxiety.
Professional experience
12 yrs in practice
Stress, AnxietyRelationshipsTrauma, AbuseSelf esteem, MotivationCoping with life changes
Additional areas of focus:Addictions, LGBT, Family conflicts, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Parenting issues, Anger management, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Attachment issues, Blended family issues, Communication problems, Coping with natural or human-caused disaster, Divorce and separation, Family problems, Fatherhood issues, Forgiveness, Life purpose, Men's issues, Post-traumatic stress, Social anxiety and phobia, Workplace issues
Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Gottman Method, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems
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License information
WI LPC 5311-125
Reviews
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I spent almost my entire childhood and adult life trying to find a therapist that I liked & actually listened to my concerns - I've gone through many therapists here in Wisconsin. That all changed when I met with Dr. Kaufman six years ago. He truly cares for and listens to his patients; I always recommend him to my friends and family because he's just that good. I hope to continue my sessions with him in the future.
Written on Apr 23, 2026 after therapy with Thomas for 5 years and 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, and adhd
Thomas is great and a good fit for my therapy needs.
Written on Jan 20, 2026 after therapy with Thomas for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and family conflicts
Thomas listened to what my concerns were, and helped me come up with several different way for me to cope with my current situation
Written on Dec 18, 2025 after therapy with Thomas for 3 months on issues concerning relationship issues, and compassion fatigue
Thomas has really helped understand my feelings and push me to set healthy methods and goals that assist with uplifting me as person couldn’t ask for a better therapist
Written on Dec 03, 2025 after therapy with Thomas for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and adhd
Great session
Written on May 30, 2025 after therapy with Thomas for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
very good
Written on Jan 02, 2025 after therapy with Thomas for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and anger management
Tom has helped me turn my life around! He is great!
Written on Oct 07, 2024 after therapy with Thomas for 3 months on issues concerning relationship issues
Great
Written on Sep 20, 2023 after therapy with Thomas for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, career difficulties, coaching, and adhd
Thomas Kaufman, is a great guy. Easy to talk to with some wicked awesome perspectives! Thankful to have found him!
Written on Jun 26, 2023 after therapy with Thomas for 5 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
He has been great. He has helped me open my eyes to realize I have had inside of me the whole time to be better!
Written on Jun 19, 2023 after therapy with Thomas for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, and anger management
Kaufman is able to match the temperament but stay in control- helpful advice based upon my personal lifestyle- easy to relate his words to my activities and thought process-
Written on Jan 30, 2023 after therapy with Thomas for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and coping with life changes
Thomas was great. He was kind, compassionate, empathetic. I thought he was wonderful.
Written on Jan 17, 2023 after therapy with Thomas for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and self esteem
Very helpful and provides great perspective
Written on Jan 13, 2023 after therapy with Thomas for 1 year and 6 months on issues concerning addictions, and self esteem
Thank you for your help.
Written on Nov 08, 2022 after therapy with Thomas for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, and career difficulties
Thomas is an excellent therapist. After 2 years of pandemic lockdowns I became quite isolated and disconnected. He helped me get out of my head and reconnect with others. Along the way I worked through issues stemming from intense childhood trauma, and figured out how to live in the present with far less anxiety than I had before our sessions began. The best part is that Thomas is non-judgmental and it never feels like he's giving you orders. Instead he helps plant seeds. He asks you questions that get your brain going. Ultimately this leads you to find the answers yourself, and figure out what steps you can take to achieve your goals. From there it is up to you to put in the work. Each week it felt like I was taking baby steps in the right direction. It didn't take long for small victories to become big ones. Rather than focusing solely on psychological concepts, Thomas also brings in narratives, metaphors, and archetypes to help guide you through the process. Instead of going through life as a victim you can become the hero in your own story. After 3 months of sessions my quality of life has drastically improved. The difference is night and day. If you have a chance to work with Thomas I highly recommend it!
Written on Oct 01, 2022 after therapy with Thomas for 3 months on issues concerning relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and career difficulties
Thomas is very good and thinking outside of the box to get me to be able to view things in a way I hadn't before. I appreciate that.
Written on Jul 05, 2022 after therapy with Thomas for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and adhd
Best therapist
Written on Apr 22, 2022 after therapy with Thomas for 8 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, coping with life changes, and adhd
I have been seeing Thomas Kaufman for several months and have found it extremely helpful for my day to day life. He has worked with me to show me the strengths that I bring to face the challenges that pop up in day to day life. Having this outlet to be able to share and get feedback has been invaluable!
Written on Jan 19, 2022 after therapy with Thomas for 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Thomas is always such a good listener, and completely non-judgemental. I feel truly safe sharing my thoughts and feelings with him. He always does an amazing job at reframing situations I bring to him, and his perspective is refreshing. He seems to have a knack for finding just the angle I need to keep myself moving forward. I would highly recommend speaking with Thomas.
Written on Aug 26, 2021 after therapy with Thomas for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and adhd
Thomas has an ability to reframe anything, and pushes me to reconsider my assumptions. He has provided me with tools to better handle my emotional world and I look forward to our meetings with excitement.
Written on Jul 29, 2020 after therapy with Thomas for 1 month
Thomas is an active listener. His counseling is compassionate and to-the-point. He has helped me reach understanding about important matters in my life.
Written on Jul 21, 2020 after therapy with Thomas for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, and anger management
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