About Thomas
Thomas Kaufman is a licensed clinical professional counselor with 12 years of experience based in Illinois. He uses straightforward methods to help people manage stress, anxiety, relationship struggles, grief, and life transitions. Thomas focuses on practical steps and calm conversations so people can make changes that fit their daily lives.
He favors approaches that help people notice patterns and try small, doable shifts. Thomas often uses cognitive-behavioral techniques to map thoughts and actions, and mindfulness practices to reduce overwhelm.
How Thomas works
He also draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ideas to clarify values and motivate changes that matter to each person. Sessions are collaborative. Thomas asks questions, listens closely, and helps people set achievable goals.
He brings structure when people want specific tools, and a supportive presence when they need to talk through painful experiences. The work combines short-term skills with longer-term problem solving. Thomas has experience addressing addiction, ADHD, bipolar disorder, depression, and trauma-related concerns alongside family and parenting topics.
He also helps with workplace stress, communication problems, and issues around intimacy and sexual health. He aims to meet people where they are and to tailor steps to their daily routines. Therapy with Thomas typically includes skill practice between sessions and regular check-ins on progress.
He explains techniques in plain language and adjusts pace to each person. The goal is clearer choices, steadier mood, and more confidence handling life changes.
Thomas lists 10 ways of working on the entry:
What Thomas works with
The areas below are the ones Thomas selected when setting up a profile. The first few are listed as the main focus; the rest are also named.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Trauma and abuse
Also listed
- Addictions
- ADHD
- Anger management
- Attachment issues
- Bipolar disorder
- Blended family issues
- Career difficulties
- Coaching
- Communication problems
- Compassion fatigue
- Coping with life changes
- Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
- Depression
- Divorce and separation
- Family conflicts
- Family problems
- Fatherhood issues
- Forgiveness
- Grief
- Intimacy-related issues
- LGBT
- Life purpose
- Men's issues
- Parenting issues
- Post-traumatic stress
- Self esteem
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Workplace issues
Training and background
| Registers | LCPC, LPC |
|---|---|
| Years in practice | 12 |
| Languages | English |
| Session format | Online: video, phone, live chat or messaging |
| Country | Illinois |
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Online support options
Online approaches and how they help
Thomas commonly uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help people clarify values and take small actions toward a meaningful life. ACT focuses on noticing thoughts without getting stuck and committing to behavior that reflects what matters most.He also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to map links between thoughts, feelings, and actions and to teach practical skills for anxiety, depression, and stress. CBT sessions often include experiments and homework to test new ways of coping.
Finding the right approach is part of the work itself. Thomas will talk with each person about their goals and preferences and then try methods that fit. He adjusts tools and pace based on progress and feedback so the plan stays useful and realistic.
Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect. Video calls let people have a face-to-face conversation from wherever they are. Phone sessions are useful when bandwidth is limited or a shorter check-in is needed. Live chat and text-based messaging make it easier to fit brief updates or ongoing coaching into a busy schedule. These options make it simpler to keep momentum between sessions and to choose what works best for everyday life.
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