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Thomas Slough, LPA

  • Experience42 years
  • LocationTexas
  • Focus areasADHD, Relationship, and Family
  • Therapy approachesCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Trauma-Focused Therapy
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About Thomas

Thomas Slough brings over four decades of clinical work to his practice in Texas, drawing on long experience in community mental health, independent practice, and school-based counseling.

Background and approach

He began his career at MHMR where he provided individual and family therapy, and later focused on trauma, abuse, depression, anxiety, anger management, and PTSD in independent practice. Over the years he has worked with numerous veterans and with adults and children affected by physical, sexual, and emotional abuse.

Grounded in a belief that trust and clear communication are the foundations of effective counseling, Thomas uses a Cognitive Behavioral framework while remaining open to emotional processing when needed. He emphasizes a collaborative therapeutic relationship in which clients feel supported and understood.

His practice addresses a broad range of concerns including mood disorders, grief, addictions, relationship and intimacy issues, parenting and blended family dynamics, ADHD, and multicultural matters. Thomas holds the LPA credential and practices in Texas, offering a steady, experienced presence for people seeking practical, empathetic care.

Online approaches rooted in CBT and trauma work

Thomas uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients identify patterns of unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and to develop practical strategies for managing symptoms such as anxiety, depression, impulsivity, and stress. CBT sessions typically involve collaborative goal setting, skills practice, and problem-solving to reduce distress and improve daily functioning.

He also applies Trauma-Focused Therapy where processing traumatic memories and their emotional impact is needed; this approach supports people working through past abuse, PTSD-related symptoms, and other trauma consequences by combining stabilization, processing, and skill-building techniques.

Deciding which approach fits best is a collaborative process. The therapist works together with each person to clarify goals, preferences, and the nature of the challenges they bring, and then adapts methods over time as progress and needs evolve.

Offering video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, online work provides flexibility for busy schedules and varied communication preferences. These options make consistent care more accessible across distance and allow clients to engage in therapy in ways that match their comfort and daily life routines.

Frequently asked questions

What types of problems does he commonly address?
He works with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, trauma and abuse, substance issues, grief, relationship and intimacy problems, parenting and blended family challenges, bipolar and ADHD among other mood and life-transition issues.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
His approach centers on building trust and clear communication, using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy as a primary framework while incorporating emotional processing when it helps clients move forward.
What kind of clinical background does he have?
He has 42 years of experience across community mental health, independent practice, and school counseling, including work with veterans and victims of abuse and ongoing services within local public schools.
Where is he licensed and what is his credential?
He practices in Texas and holds the LPA credential with licence number TX LPA 12487.
In which language can sessions be conducted?
Sessions are conducted in English and he is not accepting international clients at this time.
What session formats are available for working together?
He offers multiple remote formats including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different needs and schedules.
How are fees and billing handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions operate through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to begin working with him?
To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepression

Also works with

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesADHD

Additional focus areas

Autism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesCodependencyCommunication problemsDivorce and separationFamily problemsGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Sexual assault and abuseWorkplace issues

Therapeutic approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Trauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

42+ years

Licensed

Texas

Languages

English

What Thomas can help with

Thomas Slough works with clients on relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and depression.

Thomas works with abuse issues and trauma, depression, anxiety, and anger management.

How Thomas approaches therapy

Thomas's clinical approaches include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

Experience and training

Thomas is an LPA practicing in Texas, with 42 years of clinical experience.