- Anxiety and stress
- Trauma and abuse
- CBT and EMDR
About Thomas
Thomas Smith is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Pennsylvania with three years of clinical experience. He works with people facing stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, and concerns such as sleep problems, parenting strain, and self-esteem. He also addresses addiction, ADHD, bipolar issues, and coping with life changes.
Previously he completed a Master of Social Work degree. He uses several well known therapy approaches and chooses with each client which method to try first. Sessions focus on clear steps and practical skills alongside talking through patterns that keep problems going.
In practice he combines short-term strategies and longer-term reflection. That can mean using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) techniques to change thinking and behavior. It can also mean looking at how past experiences shape current relationships and feelings, with a psychodynamic perspective.
Thomas also uses trauma-focused tools when trauma or painful memories are central to a person’s struggles. Narrative methods are used to help people rethink the stories they tell about themselves. He aims to help people manage symptoms, improve communication, and make daily life feel more manageable.
He works in English and supports people dealing with a wide variety of challenges, including intimacy-related issues, caregiver stress, body image, and blended family concerns. To begin, readers are asked to check the online therapy options and complete a short questionnaire before scheduling a first session.
How Thomas uses therapy approaches online
Thomas commonly draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) in his work. CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing small behavior changes to reduce anxiety and improve sleep or mood. EMDR is used for working with distressing memories and trauma so those memories cause less emotional upset.He also uses Narrative Therapy to help people reframe the stories they tell about themselves and their relationships. That approach can be useful when past patterns or identity-related issues are part of what someone wants to change. During early sessions he will discuss goals and preferences and together they will decide which approach to try first and how to adapt it as therapy continues.
Session formats are not specified in the profile, so please confirm the current online session options before booking. Many people find online sessions make it easier to fit therapy into a workday, reduce travel time, or allow a shorter check-in when time is tight. Thomas will work with each person to find practical arrangements that fit their schedule and treatment goals.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
3+ years
Listed in
Pennsylvania
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, relationship problems, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, addictions, ADHD, and related issues listed on his profile.
How does he approach therapy sessions?
He uses a mix of practical CBT techniques, trauma-focused methods, narrative work and psychodynamic ideas, selecting approaches together with the client.
How much experience does he have?
He holds an MSW and has three years of clinical experience as an LCSW in Pennsylvania.
What credential and region does he practice in?
He is a PA LCSW practicing in Pennsylvania.
Which languages are offered for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.