Thomas Brent, LCSW

Thomas Brent is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in New York who offers therapy for a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, relationship and family difficulties, addictions, and identity and intimacy-related issues. With three years of clinical experience, he works with clients facing parenting challenges, blended family dynamics, codependency, post-traumatic stress, and workplace or social anxiety concerns, and he is available to work with international clients as well.

Thomas approaches therapy with attention to how early attachment patterns, current relationship dynamics, and thought-behavior cycles influence day-to-day functioning. He draws on evidence-informed methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Attachment-Based Therapy, Emotionally-Focused Therapy, the Gottman Method, and Jungian concepts to tailor treatment to each person and couple. Rather than offering one-size-fits-all solutions, he helps clients map their dilemmas and identify steps that reduce paralysis and promote meaningful change.

He emphasizes a respectful, nonjudgmental atmosphere where people can explore difficult choices and painful memories. Thomas explains that the therapeutic plan is adapted to the client - matching techniques to goals, symptoms, and personal preferences - so progress reflects both practical strategies and deeper relational work that supports long-term well-being.

Approaches to Healing and How Online Therapy Supports Them

Thomas Brent uses several therapeutic frameworks to guide online work. Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early relationships shape current bonds and emotional responses - it helps people understand patterns in intimacy, codependency, and family of origin issues. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) targets unhelpful thoughts and habits by teaching practical skills to manage anxiety, depression, and stress-related symptoms. Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) helps couples and individuals identify and reshape emotional responses that drive conflict, improving connection and emotional safety.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Thomas partners with each person or couple to assess needs, goals, and preferences, then blends methods to suit the situation. This collaborative stance means the plan can shift as progress unfolds and priorities change.

Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, allowing clients to choose the format that fits their schedule and comfort level. These options support continuity of care for those with busy lives, mobility limitations, or international locations, and make it easier to maintain momentum between sessions while working with licensed professionals.