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Thomas Budroe, LCSW
New Jersey
LCSW - Stress and anxiety focus
See online therapy options- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Mindfulness methods
- Solution-focused work
About Thomas
Thomas Budroe is an LCSW - Licensed Clinical Social Worker in New Jersey with five years of clinical experience. He focuses on stress, anxiety, anger, motivation, self-esteem, depression, and related concerns that affect daily functioning. He also lists work with ADHD, gender dysphoria, LGBT issues, relationships, family matters, grief, parenting, bipolar disorder, and coaching.
He uses straightforward, talk-and-skill sessions to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and habits. Thomas listens to what is most pressing and suggests small, practical steps to try between meetings. He explains techniques plainly and checks what helps and what does not.
His practice draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify thinking patterns and change responses. He pairs that with client-centered conversations that let clients set the pace and decide what matters most. Mindfulness techniques and solution-focused strategies are used when a short-term, goal-oriented approach fits.
Sessions typically include problem identification, simple behavioral experiments, and brief goal work. Homework is practical and limited so people can test new responses in real life. Progress is tracked in clear ways so people know whether a method is useful.
Thomas asks new clients to complete an initial matching questionnaire and then schedule a first session. He works in English and does not accept international clients. Costs vary by location and use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. Confirm current session options before booking.
How his approaches translate to online sessions
Thomas blends Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with client-centered conversation and mindfulness practice. CBT focuses on identifying thought patterns and testing small behavioral experiments to reduce anxiety or improve mood. Client-centered work emphasizes listening and letting the client set goals and pacing. Mindfulness adds short practices to increase attention and calm, which can help with stress and anger.Choosing the right approach is collaborative. He discusses goals and preferences in early sessions and adjusts methods as needed. That means trying a technique, checking results, and switching plans if something does not help. The process is practical and focused on what the client wants to change.
Session formats are not specified in the original biography, so confirm the current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, shorten travel time, and allow for brief check-ins when needed. It also makes it possible to practice skills between sessions in everyday settings and review what worked on the next call.
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Experience
5+ years
Listed in
New Jersey
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he address most often?
He works with stress, anxiety, anger, low self-esteem, depression, and related life changes including grief and parenting strain.
How does he use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy?
He uses CBT to help people spot unhelpful thoughts and test different responses with small experiments between sessions.
What is his professional background?
He holds an LCSW and has five years of professional experience working with a range of emotional and behavioral concerns.
Where is he licensed to practice?
He is licensed in New Jersey as an LCSW and practices from that state.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English only.
Does he work with clients outside the United States?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location; services use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a first session.
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