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- Stress and anxiety
- LGBTQ plus issues
- Relationship concerns
About Thomas
LPC Thomas Dotson has four years of clinical experience and practices in Michigan. He works with people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, LGBTQ+ related concerns, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and depression. Sessions are conducted in English. Thomas holds a Licensed Professional Counselor credential in Michigan (LPC).
Thomas focuses on readable, direct conversations that aim to make problems easier to understand. He helps people talk through what is causing distress and identifies practical steps they can try between sessions. He also addresses related areas such as chronic pain and illness, guilt and shame, workplace stress, and social anxiety.
Thomas is familiar with military and veteran-related issues and works with multicultural and discrimination-related concerns. He supports people navigating post-traumatic stress and reactions to prejudice. He also addresses topics like sex addiction and difficulties with self-love when those come up in therapy.
In sessions he aims to treat people with respect and sensitivity. He encourages straightforward talk about what is working and what is not. He uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to guide the work, adapting approaches to the person’s needs.
To begin, visitors are asked to use the site tools to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule an initial appointment. The service uses a subscription that can be canceled at any time, and fees vary by location.
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How evidence-based techniques translate to online sessions
Thomas uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to structure sessions and help people manage symptoms. One commonly used approach focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors to reduce anxiety and depression. This method breaks problems into smaller parts and teaches practical skills to use between sessions. Another approach emphasizes processing traumatic events in a paced, contained way so reactions to trauma and abuse can become easier to manage. That approach includes careful review of past experiences and development of coping strategies for triggers.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Thomas collaborates with each person to decide which techniques fit their goals and comfort level. He adjusts methods over time based on how a person responds and what they want to accomplish.
Session format details should be confirmed before booking. The site’s process asks people to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first appointment. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a weekday or evening routine and can reduce travel time. It can also allow shorter check-ins or more frequent, brief contacts when that arrangement suits the person’s needs.
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Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
4+ years
Listed in
Michigan
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, LGBTQ+ related concerns, relationship problems, trauma and abuse, and depression. Additional focus areas include chronic pain, guilt and shame, veteran issues, multicultural concerns, post-traumatic stress, prejudice and discrimination, self-love, sex addiction, social anxiety, and workplace issues.
What is his therapeutic approach and style?
He uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques and favors clear, practical conversations. The work centers on understanding problems and identifying steps a person can try between sessions.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has four years of experience working in clinical settings. That experience includes work with trauma, mood concerns, and LGBTQ+ related issues.
What credential does he hold and where does he practice?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in Michigan and sees people in that state.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he work with international clients?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions paid for and what do they cost?
Costs vary with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Specific fees depend on the chosen plan and location.
What are the steps to begin working together?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session through the booking tools.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.