Therapist profile
Brandon Thoma, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor - Stress and Relationships
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- Client-Centered methods
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Mindfulness practice
About Brandon
Brandon Thoma is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) credentialed in Missouri with eight years of clinical experience. He focuses on stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, parenting concerns, and related issues such as addiction, trauma, and grief. Brandon works with adults and teenagers and uses several therapy approaches to address everyday problems and larger life changes.
Brandon starts sessions by listening to what matters most to the client. He asks about current struggles and what a better day looks like. He challenges unhelpful thinking and teaches concrete skills clients can practice between meetings. Sessions are straightforward and goal-oriented, with emphasis on building confidence and coping skills.
His background includes a Master of Arts in Counseling from Missouri Baptist University and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Southeast Missouri State University. Brandon practiced in Missouri and draws on eight years of hands-on experience with mood concerns, substance issues, and trauma-related symptoms. He has worked with people facing career stress, caregiver strain, fatherhood questions, and first responder pressures.
In therapy he blends Client-Centered methods with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and mindfulness techniques. He also uses Motivational Interviewing and some Jungian ideas when those perspectives fit the client's goals. The mix aims to address thinking patterns, present behavior, and longer-standing personal themes.
Brandon offers sessions in English and is not taking international clients. Before scheduling, people are encouraged to confirm session formats and any logistical details through the service booking process.
How sessions work
Therapeutic approaches and how they fit online
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and understanding the client's perspective. It helps people clarify their priorities and feel heard while they work toward concrete goals. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at the link between thoughts and actions and gives clear tools to change unhelpful thinking and behavior. Both approaches are commonly used for anxiety, depression, relationship stress, and parenting challenges.Finding the right approach is something the therapist does together with each person. Brandon will talk through goals, try methods that match the issue, and adjust what they do based on what helps. The process is collaborative and practical, and clients are invited to provide feedback about what works for them.
Confirm the exact session formats before booking since formats were not specified in the biography. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy day, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It can also make it simpler to continue work while managing parenting duties, shift work, or a demanding schedule. Talk with the therapist during scheduling to sort out which session setup will best meet your needs and routine.
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Experience
8+ years
Listed in
Missouri
Languages
English
Questions
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What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, parenting concerns, addictions, trauma, grief, and related issues listed in his specialties.
What is his therapy style like?
He uses a direct, goal-focused style that combines Client-Centered work with CBT and mindfulness. Sessions emphasize skill-building and practical ways to manage thoughts and behavior.
How much experience does he have?
He has eight years of experience working in mental health settings and with adults and teenagers on mood, substance, and trauma-related concerns.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is an LPC licensed in Missouri. His training includes a master’s degree in counseling and a bachelor’s in psychology.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he work with clients outside the United States?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions scheduled and how much do they cost?
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Confirm pricing during the booking steps.
How do I get started with a first session?
Click the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session through the service.
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