Dr. Thomas Davis, NC Psychologist 0742

Dr. Thomas Davis brings a long-standing career in counseling psychology to his work, combining formal training and decades of clinical practice. He holds a PhD in Counseling Psychology from Duke University - a doctoral degree focused on training clinicians in assessment and psychotherapy - and is licensed as NC Psychologist 0742. Over 46 years he developed a broad clinical perspective by practicing 35 years in the same medical facility and treating clients across the lifespan, from age 3 to age 94.

That extended continuity of care often meant working with individuals and families across generations, which provided Dr. Davis with a deep understanding of how personal development and family systems evolve over time. He has experience providing individual, couples, and family therapy and adapts his methods to fit each person and situation. Common areas of work include depression, anxiety, relationship and parenting concerns, trauma and abuse, grief, sleep and anger problems, self-esteem, ADHD, bipolar disorder, and geriatric issues.

Dr. Davis approaches therapy with a practical, problem-focused orientation. He views the client as the expert on their life and serves as the professional who helps organize that self-knowledge into actionable strategies. The first session centers on defining the problems to address and creating a clear, problem-oriented treatment plan. Treatment typically focuses on thoughts first, then behaviors, and then emotions, with structured homework used to reinforce progress between sessions. With children and adolescents he adapts interventions to be age-appropriate and involves family members as change agents when helpful.

In addition to therapy, Dr. Davis has conducted psychological testing for more than 5,000 clients, evaluating issues such as depression, anxiety, dementias, brain injuries, personality development, ADHD, learning disabilities, and readiness for surgical procedures. He uses test results to inform recommendations and guide treatment planning. After sessions he provides summary notes outlining what was covered, assigned homework, and suggested next steps. His goals for clients are increased mastery over life challenges, improved self-esteem, reduced worry, and stronger skills for handling daily ups and downs. Office hours are Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM.