Works with
- Anger
- Stress, Anxiety
- Addictions
- Relationship issues
- Anger management
- Depression
How Thomas works
Practical facts
- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in
- Pennsylvania
- Years in practice
- 30
- Languages
- English
- Session format
- Online, through our partner platform
About Thomas
Thomas Austin is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with three decades of experience helping people who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or ready for change. He works with individuals facing stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, anger, career shifts, and challenges around self-esteem and motivation. He uses a direct and caring style in sessions.
Thomas listens closely and asks practical questions to help people clarify goals. He encourages active involvement and follow-through on plans created together.
Background and approach
His work often includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which looks at thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going. He also draws on Motivational Interviewing to help people find their own reasons to change and Solution-Focused Therapy to build short-term steps toward clear goals. Mindfulness practices are woven into sessions when helpful, teaching simple attention and breathing skills for managing stress and anger.
He also brings life coaching strategies to support career transitions, goal setting, and boosting confidence. Thomas has experience supporting people who have faced physical, sexual, or emotional abuse and those coping with grief, family strain, or compassion fatigue. He practices in Pennsylvania and offers sessions in English for adults seeking practical, action-oriented help.
What Thomas works with
Everything Thomas lists, in the therapist's own terms. Anger is the reason this directory exists; the rest tells you what usually sits alongside it in Thomas's practice.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Addictions
- Relationship issues
- Anger management
- Depression
- Family conflicts
- Grief
- Parenting issues
- Self esteem
- Career difficulties
- Bipolar disorder
- Coping with life changes
- Coaching
- Compassion fatigue
- Aging and geriatric issues
- Codependency
- Commitment issues
- Communication problems
Approaches Thomas lists
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist names and does not check training records.
Therapeutic approaches for online care and change
Thomas often uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people identify unhelpful thoughts and shift behaviors that keep problems going. CBT provides concrete exercises and homework that translate well to online sessions and is helpful for anxiety, depression, and anger management.He also uses Motivational Interviewing which focuses on the client’s own reasons for change. This approach uses open conversation to build commitment and to move from uncertainty to action, useful for addictions, procrastination, and life transitions.
Choosing the right approach is a shared process. He will talk with the client about goals, preferences, and how they like to work, then try methods that fit those needs. Adjustments are made over time so the work stays practical and focused on progress.
Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video sessions allow face-to-face conversation and screen-sharing for worksheets. Phone appointments can be simpler when bandwidth is limited or a shorter check-in is needed. Live chat and messaging are useful for brief updates, between-session coaching, and flexible scheduling that fits work or family rhythms.
Questions people ask about Thomas
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, anger, relationship strain, grief, parenting concerns, career transitions, and self-esteem challenges.
How does he approach therapy?
He uses a direct, listening-first style and encourages active participation. Sessions mix practical tools with goal-setting and short-term plans.
What is his background and experience?
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 30 years of experience working with individuals facing a wide range of life challenges.
Where does he practice and what credential does he hold?
He practices in Pennsylvania and holds the PA LCSW credential.
In which language are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English and he is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are available?
Sessions are offered as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different communication needs.
How is cost handled?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a session based on therapist availability.