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Entry 197076New Jersey / United States

Thomas Budroe

Thomas Budroe, LCSW

New Jersey 5 years in practice

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LCSW - stress and mood concerns

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  • Stress and anxiety
  • CBT and mindfulness
  • Gender dysphoria focus

About Thomas

LCSW in New Jersey with 5 years of experience, Thomas Budroe helps people facing stress, anxiety, anger, low self-esteem, depression, ADHD, and issues related to gender dysphoria. He also supports people dealing with relationship concerns, parenting strain, grief, bipolar mood concerns, and broader life transitions. Thomas uses client-centered methods alongside cognitive behavioral and mindfulness approaches to help people make practical changes.

Thomas keeps sessions focused on what the person wants to address. He listens first, then helps identify small, concrete steps that can reduce distress and increase control. He uses cognitive behavioral techniques to challenge unhelpful thoughts, and mindfulness strategies to improve moment-to-moment awareness.

He also uses solution-focused methods that prioritize quick, achievable goals when that approach fits. Coaching-style planning is available for people who want help setting and meeting short-term targets. Conversations are intended to be direct and practical rather than abstract.

Thomas works in a collaborative way. He asks about current struggles, what has helped before, and what a reasonable next step looks like. Sessions balance talking through feelings with specific exercises and skill practice between meetings.

People who value clear steps and straightforward feedback tend to do well with his approach. He asks clients to take an active role in setting goals and tracking progress. For specifics about session formats and scheduling, confirm current options before booking.

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How his approaches translate to online work

Thomas uses client-centered therapy to prioritize each person's goals and perspectives; this means sessions begin with open listening and the therapist shaping the process around the client's concerns. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors; online sessions can include practical homework and thought records to use between meetings. Mindfulness therapy teaches awareness techniques to reduce reactivity and improve attention, which often translates into short guided exercises and breathing practices practiced outside sessions.

Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. He will collaborate with clients to decide which methods fit best, based on current needs, personal goals, and what the person prefers. That choice can change over time as progress is tracked and priorities shift.

Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. In general, remote sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. They can also make it simpler to practice skills in everyday settings and follow up on homework between meetings.

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Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Also works with

LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefParenting issuesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoaching

Additional focus areas

Gender dysphoria

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapySolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

5+ years

Listed in

New Jersey

Languages

English

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Frequently asked questions

What concerns does he address?

He works with stress, anxiety, anger, low self-esteem, depression, ADHD, bipolar concerns, grief, relationship and parenting issues, and gender dysphoria.

What is his therapeutic style?

He uses client-centered work combined with cognitive behavioral, mindfulness, and solution-focused approaches to create practical steps and skills practice.

How much clinical experience does he have?

He has five years of professional experience as a practicing clinician.

What are his credentials and location?

He is an LCSW licensed in New Jersey and provides services based from that state.

Which languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English only.

Does he work with international clients?

He is not accepting international clients at this time.

How are sessions priced?

Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

What should I do to begin?

Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session from there.

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