I have provided therapy and counseling services for adults, children, couples and families in Grand Rapids, MI, for the last three years. I have extensive experience working with individuals who suffer from anxiety, depression, PTSD, and specific phobias. After learning about the individuals I work with, I develop an evidence-based treatment plan that is focused on helping people move forward in the most caring, yet efficient way possible.
Individuals should not have to spend years of their lives trying to heal; therefore, the guidance, care and solutions that I provide are based on proven current research. Because of this approach, I commonly find myself using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for many of the more common challenges that people face, such as anxiety and depression. In working with symptoms associated with personality disorders, such as Borderline Personality Disorder, I also use Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Schema Therapy to help my clients address problematic behaviors and interpersonal difficulties.
Depending on the specific symptoms you are experiencing, the treatment you receive will consist of you and I working as a team to bring about real changes in your life. In this spirit, I will ask you to implement the skills we work on in your daily life, sometimes in multiple areas of your life, when appropriate.
As you progress through treatment, I will ask for continual feedback about the results of our work so we can continue to modify your treatment plan and fine-tune your skills between each session. I make myself available to each person I am working with and will work around your schedule to accommodate your needs.
I look forward to working with you and helping in your efforts to move forward with your life.
Additional areas of focus: Addictions, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Parenting issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Bipolar disorder
MI LMSW 6801096581
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I have been speaking with Tom for about 6 months now. He is such a great person and an even better counsellor.
Written on Apr 25, 2019 after therapy with Thomas for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, and anger management
Tom is a good guy, it's only the 3rd week of CBT, progress has been limited. He has been making me thing criticality, which is nice. Honestly, this question should be asked a few weeks from now.
Written on Oct 13, 2018 after therapy with Thomas for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, and self esteem
He's a very experienced counselor. He understands the challenges I face and he is always a great listener and advisor. I'm grateful for his help.
Written on Jan 30, 2017 after therapy with Thomas for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship, family, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, and anger
He has been very patient with me. I have a limited schedule and he has done a fantastic job at getting back with me.
Written on Jan 23, 2017 after therapy with Thomas for 1 month on issues concerning addictions, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and anger
Thomas has been great. He has been very accommodating. I enjoy the conversations I've had with him and I look forward to many more. I would recommend him to anyone.
Written on Jan 04, 2017 after therapy with Thomas for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship, and self esteem
Thomas Overly is a Godsend! I wish I had met him a long time ago because I would be in different place in my life right now. He genuinely cares about your issues (for lack of better words), he really listens and he gives great advise on each and every thing you want to talk about. He doesn't just listen to you and listen, he actually tells you what you need to do and what you need to say. He advises you to make situations better, and not worse. I have only been seeing him for a month but I will be utilizing Tom's services for as long as I need to achieve where I am trying to get to. I am so sure that he will be able to help me get there, and he is very encouraging. He tells me how proud he is of my progress and it motivates me even more! I have had so many therapists before and Tom is the true epitome of a great therapist and how they should all be! I thank God for him!
Written on Dec 11, 2016 after therapy with Thomas for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, relationship, family, and self esteem