Thomas Smith
LCSW
Experienced social worker focused on practical change
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- Anger and stress
- Trauma-informed care
- Practical skills
About Thomas
Thomas Smith is an LCSW who introduces himself with a clear focus on practical care. He describes a long career in social work and a straightforward method of helping people figure out what will work for them. He aims to help people manage strong feelings and difficult life events in ways that feel doable.
He draws on several approaches to help people cope with stress, anger, anxiety, depression, grief, and relationship strain. Sessions emphasize real-world skills, clearer thinking, and making changes that fit daily life. He also addresses trauma-related concerns and substance use when those problems are present.
Thomas' background includes substantial clinical experience working in individual and group settings. He has worked with people facing serious mental health challenges, chronic illness, and the effects of family violence. That experience informs how he talks through safety, coping, and next steps with people who come to him.
When meeting someone new he works collaboratively to choose practical strategies. That might mean trying thought-based exercises, telling and reframing difficult stories about the past, or focusing short-term on solutions to immediate problems. The goal is steady progress rather than quick fixes.
He practices in Pennsylvania and uses the LCSW credential, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Sessions are conducted in English. People considering starting are asked to use the site's Start Therapy button and complete the short matching questionnaire before scheduling.
He draws on several approaches to help people cope with stress, anger, anxiety, depression, grief, and relationship strain. Sessions emphasize real-world skills, clearer thinking, and making changes that fit daily life. He also addresses trauma-related concerns and substance use when those problems are present.
Thomas' background includes substantial clinical experience working in individual and group settings. He has worked with people facing serious mental health challenges, chronic illness, and the effects of family violence. That experience informs how he talks through safety, coping, and next steps with people who come to him.
When meeting someone new he works collaboratively to choose practical strategies. That might mean trying thought-based exercises, telling and reframing difficult stories about the past, or focusing short-term on solutions to immediate problems. The goal is steady progress rather than quick fixes.
He practices in Pennsylvania and uses the LCSW credential, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Sessions are conducted in English. People considering starting are asked to use the site's Start Therapy button and complete the short matching questionnaire before scheduling.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional focus areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)Narrative TherapyPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy
Experience
3+ years
Credentials
Pennsylvania
Languages
English
How approaches translate to online sessions
Thomas uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help people notice and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, which can reduce anger, worry, or low mood. CBT typically involves practical exercises and between-session practice to build new habits.He also employs Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) for trauma-related distress; this approach helps reprocess painful memories so they feel less overwhelming and can change how those memories affect daily life.
Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will talk with each person about goals, history, and preferences, then suggest which methods to try. Decisions are collaborative and can be adjusted as progress is made.
Confirm the session formats offered before booking, as specific online options are not listed here. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, cut down travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It also lets people continue care if they relocate within the same region. Licensed professionals will help match session length and frequency to what fits daily life.
At a glance
- Listed location
- Pennsylvania
- Experience
- 3+ years
- Credentials
- LCSW
- Languages
- English
- License (Pennsylvania)
- LCSW · No. CW016654
- NPI
- 1306051065
As listed by the therapist. You can check a license with the state board and an NPI with the national registry.
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does this therapist help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, anger, depression, grief, relationship and intimacy concerns, addictions, trauma and abuse, parenting strain, ADHD, and related issues.
How would you describe his therapy style?
He uses a practical, collaborative style that focuses on skills, clearer thinking, and short-term goals alongside longer-term exploration when needed.
What is his clinical background?
He reports extensive clinical experience in individual and group settings and work with people facing serious mental health conditions, chronic illness, and family violence.
What credential and location are listed for this clinician?
He holds the LCSW credential, which is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and practices in Pennsylvania.
In which languages can sessions be conducted?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are costs and scheduling handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to start therapy?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.
Before you start
- Online talk therapy is not a court-ordered or mandated anger-management course, and it does not provide attendance certificates.
- Check that the location and license details above fit where you live.
- If anyone is at risk of being harmed, contact emergency services or a domestic-abuse helpline first. See the support lines for the US, UK and Australia.