Works with
- Anger
- Stress, Anxiety
- LGBT
- Trauma and abuse
- Anger management
- Depression
How Thomas works
- Not listed
Practical facts
- Credentials
- LA Medical Psychologist
- Licensed in
- Louisiana
- Years in practice
- 26
- Languages
- English
- Session format
- Online, through our partner platform
About Thomas
Thomas Swanbon is a Louisiana-licensed medical psychologist with 26 years of clinical experience. He helps people facing stress, anxiety, anger, trauma, and depression. He also supports those navigating LGBT issues and people coping with panic attacks or social anxiety.
He uses a cognitive-behavioral focus alongside psychodynamic elements to guide conversations. That means sessions often include practical steps to change unhelpful thoughts and habits, paired with exploration of patterns from earlier life that shape current feelings.
Background and approach
Thomas adapts the pace and content to each person's needs. Sessions are collaborative and goal-focused. People can expect clear, doable strategies for managing strong emotions like anger and panic.
Thomas encourages steady progress over time rather than quick fixes. He aims to build respectful, compassionate working relationships. He will listen, ask questions, and help set small goals that matter to the client.
The emphasis is on what helps most in day-to-day life. For those unsure where to start, Thomas helps prioritize what feels most urgent. He offers support for exploring life purpose and reducing symptoms that get in the way of work, relationships, and daily routines.
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.
Approaches that guide online work
Thomas blends cognitive-behavioral techniques with psychodynamic elements. Cognitive-behavioral work focuses on identifying and changing thoughts and behaviors that worsen anxiety, panic, or anger. It often uses practical exercises and homework to build new skills.Psychodynamic elements involve looking at patterns that repeat over time. This can help people understand where strong reactions come from and reduce their impact on daily life. Together these approaches aim to give both short-term tools and longer-term insight.
Choosing the right approach is a team effort. The therapist will discuss goals, try methods, and adjust plans based on what helps most. Clients take part in selecting techniques that fit their needs and preferences.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, shorten travel time, and allow check-ins during breaks at work. It can also allow simpler sessions when video isn’t practical, or fuller sessions when face-to-face style interaction is preferred.
Questions people ask about Thomas
What concerns does this therapist address?
He works with stress, anxiety, anger, trauma and abuse, and depression. He also focuses on LGBT issues, panic attacks, social anxiety, and questions of life purpose.
How would he approach therapy with me?
He uses a cognitive-behavioral approach with psychodynamic elements. That means practical steps to change unhelpful thoughts plus exploration of long-standing patterns.
What is his professional background?
He has 26 years of professional experience working with a range of emotional and behavioral concerns.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is listed as an LA Medical Psychologist MP.001022 and practices in Louisiana.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the U.S. work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are session costs and commitments handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to work with him?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to therapist availability.