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Thomas Potter, LCSW

  • Experience20 years
  • LocationOklahoma
  • Focus areasADHD, Stress and Anxiety, and Trauma and abuse
  • Therapy approachesClient-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
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About Thomas

Thomas Potter brings 20 years of clinical social work experience to his practice in Oklahoma. As an LCSW he has worked across community mental health, hospice settings, and with Veterans, building a strengths-based, present-focused approach to care.

Background and approach

Thomas emphasizes that seeking help is a courageous step and aims to make the process approachable and manageable for each person who reaches out. He frames therapy as a collaborative journey in which the client remains in the driver’s seat, choosing the topics and goals that matter most.

His style centers on practical techniques and active listening, and he is willing to support transitions to another therapist if a different fit would serve the client better. Areas of focus include stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, sleep difficulties, depression, coping with life changes, ADHD, grief, relationship concerns, self-esteem, compassion fatigue, and other life-stage and health-related issues.

Thomas works from a client-centered perspective and draws on evidence-informed methods to help people navigate change, clarify priorities, and build coping strategies that fit their daily lives.

Combining evidence-based approaches with flexible online care

Thomas integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Client-Centered Therapy into online work. CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and habits and building practical skills for managing mood, sleep, anxiety, or stress-related problems. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening, empathy, and meeting the person where they are so treatment is guided by the client's goals and life context.

Deciding which approach to use is part of the therapeutic collaboration. Thomas will work with clients to explore goals, preferences, and day-to-day challenges and then recommend strategies or blends of methods that fit those needs. The initial sessions are used to identify what feels most useful and to adjust the plan as progress unfolds.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, which offer flexibility for scheduling and for matching communication styles. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care around work, family, or health obligations while accessing licensed professionals who can deliver structured and client-centered support.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Thomas commonly address?
He works with a broad range of issues including stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, sleeping problems, depression, ADHD, grief, relationship and self-esteem concerns, and compassion fatigue.
What is his therapeutic style like?
He emphasizes a strengths-based, here-and-now style that centers the client's priorities and uses practical techniques tailored to immediate needs.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He brings 20 years of practice experience in settings such as community mental health, hospice, and work with Veterans.
What are his credentials and where is he licensed?
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with the Oklahoma license number OK LCSW 3197 and practices in Oklahoma.
Does he provide services in other languages or accept international clients?
Sessions are offered in English only and he is not currently accepting international clients.
Which session formats are available for working together?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences.
How are fees and payment handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What steps are involved in beginning therapy?
To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to therapist availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseSleeping disordersDepressionCoping with life changes

Also works with

LGBTRelationship issuesGriefSelf esteemCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

Aging and geriatric issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommunication problemsDivorce and separationFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

20+ years

Licensed

Oklahoma

Languages

English

What Thomas can help with

Thomas Potter works with clients on stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, depression, and coping with life changes.

Thomas works with Veterans.

How Thomas approaches therapy

Thomas's clinical approaches include Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

Experience and training

Thomas is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker practicing in Oklahoma, with 20 years of clinical experience.