- CBT focus
- Trauma therapy
- School counseling experience
About Thomas
Thomas Slough is an LPA (Licensed Psychological Associate) practicing in Texas with 42 years of experience. He has worked in community mental health, private practice, and school settings, and he lists concerns including trauma, depression, anxiety, relationship and family issues, ADHD, and guilt and shame.
He began his career at MHMR where he provided individual and family therapy. Later he moved into private practice with a focus on abuse and trauma, anger management, depression, anxiety, and post-traumatic stress. He has experience treating Vietnam and Desert Storm veterans and has worked with adult and child survivors of physical, sexual, and emotional abuse.
Thomas currently provides counseling to a local public school system, working with students identified with an emotional disability, Autism, and Other Health Impairment. He describes his approach as grounded in trust and clear communication, and he favors cognitive-behavioral methods while also addressing emotional processing when needed.
In sessions he aims to be someone who is "in their corner," helping people talk through painful memories, relationship struggles, parenting pressures, or career and midlife concerns. He notes experience with multicultural issues through his blended family and long marriage, and he mentions specific work around codependency, infidelity, and addictions.
Practical matters he highlights include working with grief, coping with life changes, and problems with impulse control. People thinking about therapy with him are encouraged to consider what they want to address first, such as guilt or shame tied to relationships, trauma, or life choices.
How his approaches translate to online work
Thomas uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to identify patterns of thinking and behavior that contribute to distress and to practice specific skills that change those patterns. CBT is commonly used for anxiety, depression, and some stress-related or habit problems.He also uses Trauma-Focused Therapy when past traumatic events are central to a person's concerns. That approach involves careful processing of trauma memories and strategies to reduce their day-to-day impact, and it is often applied with people who have experienced abuse or military-related trauma.
Finding the best way to work together is part of the process. He will discuss goals, symptoms, and what methods feel most practical for the person. Together they decide whether to emphasize skill-building, trauma processing, or a mix of both based on needs and preferences.
The practical benefits of remote sessions can include fitting appointments into a busy schedule, avoiding travel time, and making it easier to keep shorter check-ins. The original biography does not specify which session formats are used online, so confirm current session options before booking. The therapist will help arrange session timing and format that fit everyday life while addressing concerns such as guilt, shame, trauma, or relationship strain.
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Experience
42+ years
Listed in
Texas
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he address?
He works with trauma and abuse, depression, anxiety, relationship and family concerns, addiction, grief, ADHD, guilt and shame, and related issues.
How does he approach therapy?
He broadly uses a cognitive-behavioral approach and also helps people process strong emotions when needed. He emphasizes trust and clear communication in sessions.
How long has he been practicing?
He has 42 years of clinical experience in community mental health, private practice, and school settings.
What credential does he hold and where is he located?
He is an LPA (Licensed Psychological Associate) practicing in Texas.
Can sessions be held in other languages?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he work with international clients?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions scheduled and paid for?
Cost varies by location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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