Thomas Johnson, LICSW

Thomas Johnson is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) practicing in Alabama who brings decades of experience to his counseling work. After earning his degree from the University of Alabama School of Social Work in 1973, he began providing counseling in a psychiatric in-patient setting where he worked with individuals facing chronic mental health challenges.

In 1977 he joined the Department of Veterans Affairs as a clinical social worker, serving on an inter-disciplinary team that conducted outpatient mental health assessment and treatment for veterans and their family members. Over the next 43 years he provided both individual and group counseling to thousands of veterans of all genders, addressing both combat and non-combat related concerns.

He offers counseling for a broad range of adjustment issues including anxiety, depression, substance use, marital and family dysfunction, and other life transitions that affect daily functioning. His approach is flexible and rooted in building empathy and trust through a non-judgmental stance. Thomas uses a variety of treatment modalities selected to fit each person s needs, and he emphasizes the client s perspective as central to determining what is most effective.

While recognizing that no therapist is a perfect match for everyone, he remains open to conversation about available options and welcomes inquiries from people seeking guidance toward positive direction in their lives.

Therapeutic approaches and online care tailored to needs

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, helps people identify and change unhelpful thought and behavior patterns. It is often used for anxiety, depression, certain mood disorders, and problems with coping and daily functioning by teaching practical skills to shift thinking and respond differently to challenges.

Motivational Interviewing focuses on exploring and resolving ambivalence about change. It helps people strengthen motivation and commit to steps toward goals, which can be useful for issues such as substance use, lifestyle changes, and other situations where a person may feel uncertain about taking action.

Solution-Focused Therapy emphasizes the client s strengths and practical steps toward reachable goals. Sessions concentrate on what is working, small changes that build momentum, and clear strategies for improving relationships, problem-solving, and life transitions.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process and is done collaboratively. Thomas will work with each person to understand their goals, preferences, and circumstances, and will adjust methods over time to find the best fit.

Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit care into busy schedules, to continue work during life transitions, and to connect with a licensed professional from different locations while maintaining regular contact and progress.