Thomas Hall, LCSW

Thomas Hall is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Texas with ten years of professional experience supporting children, adolescents, adults, families, and veterans. As an LCSW he holds a clinical social work license and applies that training to help people manage stress, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, relationship challenges, parenting concerns, and life transitions.

He began his work with teens in wilderness therapy programs in the southwestern United States and later served in community mental health settings and public education, supporting youth ages 5 to 19 as a special education social worker. Over the years he has worked with diverse backgrounds and strives to incorporate cultural differences into his approach.

Thomas draws heavily on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy principles to help clients identify and change stress-producing thoughts while teaching practical strategies for handling emotions and behaviors. He also uses coaching skills to support clients as they clarify goals for relationships, careers, and personal growth, and he emphasizes building a positive therapeutic relationship from the start.

He earned a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Miami University of Ohio and a Master of Social Work from New Mexico Highlands University. He is licensed to practice social work in Texas and New Mexico and accepts clients both within the United States and internationally.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

Thomas Hall commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness Therapy, and he often integrates Motivational Interviewing techniques. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking patterns and developing practical skills to change thoughts and behaviors - it is useful for anxiety, depression, stress, and many everyday challenges. Mindfulness Therapy teaches present-moment awareness and gentle attention to thoughts and feelings to reduce reactivity and improve emotional regulation, which can help with stress, grief, and coping with life changes. Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative, goal-oriented method that helps people resolve ambivalence and strengthen motivation for change, often used in coaching, habit change, and managing conditions like bipolar disorder or substance-related concerns.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Thomas will collaborate with each person to identify which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting techniques as progress unfolds and priorities shift.

Online therapy with Thomas is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to increase flexibility and access. These options make it easier to schedule sessions around work, family, or other commitments, and they allow therapists and clients to maintain continuity of care across locations and life transitions.