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Thomas Johnson, LICSW
Alabama
LICSW - Stress and Trauma focus
See online therapy options- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused Therapy
About Thomas
Thomas Johnson is an LICSW (Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker) practicing in Alabama with 51 years of experience. He helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, substance use, relationship and family concerns, trauma and abuse, grief, and life adjustments. He also works with issues like bipolar mood challenges, ADHD, anger, self-esteem, workplace stress, and financial worries.
He began his career after graduating from the University of Alabama School of Social Work in 1973. Early work included counseling in a psychiatric inpatient setting. In 1977 he moved to the Department of Veterans Affairs where he provided outpatient assessment and treatment as part of an interdisciplinary team.
Over four decades he offered both individual and group counseling to many veterans, addressing combat and non-combat related issues. That experience shaped how he approaches difficult losses, post-traumatic stress, and problems that affect daily functioning. He names veterans and armed forces issues among his focus areas.
In sessions he uses several methods, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy. He describes adapting the method to what seems to work best and keeping the client’s observations central to the work.
He emphasizes straightforward conversation and practical steps to change thoughts, habits, or behaviors that cause ongoing trouble. People are invited to talk through current problems, try new responses, and track what helps. If someone wants to explore next steps, he asks them to complete the site’s matching questionnaire and schedule a first appointment.
How his approaches translate to online sessions
Thomas Johnson uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify thought patterns and behaviors that keep problems active and then tests small changes in thinking and action to reduce symptoms and improve daily routines. Motivational Interviewing is used to help people clarify their own reasons for change and build motivation when habits or substance use get in the way. Solution-Focused Therapy concentrates on concrete, short-term goals and practical steps that can be tried between sessions.Choosing the right approach is part of the work. He will discuss goals and preferences with each person and together decide which methods to try first. That collaborative planning means techniques can be adjusted as progress is tracked and new needs emerge.
The therapist’s biography does not list session formats, so please confirm which online options are offered before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit meetings into a busy day, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time. These practical benefits can help people maintain regular work on skills and homework exercises while balancing other responsibilities.
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Experience
51+ years
Listed in
Alabama
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, substance use, trauma and abuse, grief, relationship and family concerns, bipolar and other mood issues, ADHD, and related life adjustment problems.
How does he use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy?
He uses CBT to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and habits and to practice different responses. Sessions focus on concrete skills and repeated practice between meetings.
What is his background and experience?
He graduated from the University of Alabama School of Social Work in 1973 and has 51 years of clinical experience, including long-term work with veterans in outpatient and group settings.
What are his credentials and location?
He is an AL LICSW (Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker) and practices in Alabama.
Does he offer sessions in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English. He is not accepting international clients.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not specify session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How are costs handled?
Cost varies with location and 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 the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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