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Thomas Dukes, LMHC

  • Experience28 years
  • LocationFlorida
  • Focus areasADHD, Stress and Anxiety, and Addictions
  • LanguagesEnglish
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About Thomas

Thomas Dukes brings nearly three decades of mental health experience to his practice, combining long-term clinical work with a background rooted in cultural diversity from his Brooklyn upbringing.

Background and approach

He entered the field in 1996 at a dual-diagnosis treatment center and pursued graduate study while gaining varied hands-on experience across psychiatric crisis units, substance abuse programs, and juvenile intervention settings.

After licensure in 2000 he worked in outpatient and programmatic roles before building a independent practice that included work with employee assistance programs, sober living residences, and treatment facilities. Over the years Thomas has continued to expand his skills through supervisory and leadership roles, including a decade at a residential treatment center where he provided clinical oversight.

He maintains an active Florida LMHC credential and currently offers services with a focus that includes stress, anxiety, addictions, grief, depression, LGBT issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy concerns, sleep difficulties, anger, self-esteem, career matters, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and ADHD.

Now semi-retired, he remains committed to offering guidance and direction to those seeking support, emphasizing an approachable style and practical, experience-informed care.

Evidence-based methods and flexible online care

Thomas uses well-established, evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address concerns like anxiety, addiction, trauma, mood variability, and attention difficulties. Cognitive behavioral techniques focus on identifying and changing unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors to reduce symptoms and improve daily functioning. Motivational strategies support people struggling with substance use or ambivalence about change by building motivation and practical steps toward recovery.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. He works with clients to explore which techniques fit their goals, needs, and preferences, adjusting methods over time so care remains relevant and effective for each person.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, which make it easier to fit support into busy schedules and to connect across distances. These formats provide flexibility for people balancing work, family, or travel, and allow ongoing access to a licensed professional even when in-person visits are not practical.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does Thomas address?
He works with a wide range of issues including stress, anxiety, addictions, grief, depression, trauma and abuse, relationship and intimacy-related issues, sleep problems, anger, self-esteem challenges, bipolar disorder, ADHD and other life transition concerns.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
His approach blends practical, experience-informed guidance with an approachable manner that aims to help clients find direction and coping strategies for day-to-day challenges.
What professional background does he bring?
He began clinical work in 1996 and has worked in crisis stabilization units, substance abuse treatment, juvenile intervention, residential programs and independent practice, plus ten years in clinical supervision at a treatment center.
What credentials and location are on record?
He holds a Florida LMHC credential listed as FL LMHC MH7325 and provides services from Florida-based licensure.
Does he work with clients who live outside the United States?
Yes, international clients are accepted and he offers services to people in different locations.
In what formats are sessions offered?
Sessions are available via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to suit different preferences and schedules.
How is pricing handled for sessions?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin working together?
Prospective clients select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsRelationship issuesGriefDepression

Also works with

LGBTFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Experience

28+ years

Licensed

Florida

Languages

English

What Thomas can help with

Thomas Dukes works with clients on stress and anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, grief, and depression.

Experience and training

Thomas is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor practicing in Florida, with 28 years of clinical experience.