- Practical steps
- Trauma-aware care
- Values-based work
About Thomas
He uses straightforward conversation and practical techniques. Sessions focus on what matters most right now and on small steps that can reduce pain and build coping. He values listening closely and helping people name what they are facing before planning a path forward.
His work draws on cognitive behavioral approaches to shift unhelpful thinking and on client-centered methods that prioritize each person’s goals. He also brings Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ideas to help people notice what they value and take committed actions. For trauma-related concerns he has worked with Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, or EMDR, as one of the methods used to reduce distress from past events.
Thomas has worked with a wide age range in his career and has experience addressing complex problems that often come together, such as chronic pain and mood changes or caregiving strain and isolation. He aims to make sessions practical and focused on daily life changes that can make a difference.
People who begin work with him can expect a calm, direct approach and help setting clear, doable goals. He encourages questions and adjusts the pace to match each person’s comfort and needs.
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Experience
34+ years
Credentials
Oklahoma
Languages
English
Online approaches that fit daily life
Thomas often integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and EMDR into his work. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors to reduce anxiety and depression. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people clarify their values and take small, committed steps toward a life that matters to them. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, or EMDR, is used for trauma-related distress and involves structured processing to reduce the emotional charge of painful memories.Finding the right approach is part of the process. The therapist will work together with each person to decide which methods match their needs, goals, and preferences. That collaborative process may mean trying a mix of techniques and adjusting over time based on what helps most.
Confirm the current session options before booking so you know what formats are offered. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy around busy days, shorten travel time, and allow brief check-ins when schedules are tight. It can also let people connect from different locations, which is helpful for those managing chronic illness or caregiving duties. Licensed professionals and therapists adapt pace and tools to suit each person’s situation when working online.
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he help with?
He supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, grief, addiction, and relationship or family problems. He also works with issues like chronic pain, caregiver stress, sleep and eating problems, and major life changes.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
His style is direct and practical with a focus on small, achievable steps. He listens closely and helps people set goals that fit their daily lives.
What experience does he bring?
He has 34 years of professional experience working with a wide age range and many overlapping concerns, including trauma, mood disorders, and chronic health challenges.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Oklahoma.
Can sessions be conducted in other languages?
Sessions are offered in English.
Are international clients accepted?
Yes, he accepts international clients.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What should I do to begin therapy?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.