Justin Thiry

Justin Thiry is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) practicing in Pennsylvania. He brings three years of clinical experience helping people facing common and complex struggles. He writes and talks with clients in a direct, respectful way without relying on stigmatizing labels.

His background includes work with addiction, depression, anxiety, bipolar concerns, ADHD, and people who have experienced physical or emotional trauma. He also supports those coping with relationship and intimacy challenges, work stress, sleep problems, and issues around self-esteem. Additional focuses listed include personality disorders, process addictions such as gambling or pornography, and seasonal affective disorder.

Justin’s style is described as warm and interactive. He combines Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing to shape conversations and plans. Sessions are tailored to the individual’s needs and paced to match what each person finds manageable.

In practical terms he helps people set small, achievable goals, practice skills between visits, and reflect on what gets in the way of change. He encourages honest conversation about setbacks and what’s working. The emphasis is on clear steps, regular check-ins, and building coping tools that fit day-to-day life.

People often seek him out for help managing anger, anxiety, addictions, mood swings, or life transitions. If someone is ready to explore change, he offers steady support and collaborative problem solving.

How his approaches translate to online therapy

Justin commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy in sessions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and trying new behaviors to reduce symptoms like anxiety, low mood, or anger. Dialectical Behavior Therapy emphasizes skills for emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and better interpersonal communication when emotions feel intense.

He also draws on Motivational Interviewing to help people find their own reasons for change and to build small, realistic goals. These approaches are taught in straightforward ways, with concrete practice tasks to try between meetings and check-ins on progress.

Choosing the best approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with each person to decide which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. That plan can change over time based on what helps most.

If you are considering online therapy, confirm the specific session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy day, allow shorter check-ins when needed, or remove the need to travel to an office. Licensed professionals can adapt exercises, homework, and skill practice to the online setting so progress continues between meetings.