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Thomas Osborn, LMSW

Michigan LMSW supporting adults and families

  • Compassionate care
  • Practical strategies
  • Collaborative support

About Thomas Osborn

Thomas Osborn is a Michigan-based licensed social worker with 15 years of experience supporting adults, couples, and families through a wide range of life challenges. He holds an LMSW - Licensed Master Social Worker - and completed a Bachelor’s degree in Clinical and Community Psychology in 2005 followed by a Master’s Degree in Social Work in 2014. Thomas has worked across settings that include hospitals, outpatient clinics, substance use programs, hospice care, and in-home case management, bringing a practical understanding of diverse clinical environments.

He has supported people facing depression, mood disorders, anxiety, gender dysphoria, relationship difficulties, questions of sexual orientation, and various forms of trauma. His style emphasizes compassion, respect, and empathy, offering a nonjudgmental space where individuals are treated as the experts of their own experience. Thomas aims to collaborate with each person to identify meaningful goals and practical steps toward growth and healing.

Known for meeting clients where they are, he blends professional experience with a respectful, person-centered stance to help people navigate transitions, process painful experiences, and build strategies for coping and resilience. He focuses on creating a clear, collaborative path forward tailored to each individual or family.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Also Specializes In

AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesDepressionCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily problemsForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Thomas Osborn have?

Thomas Osborn has 15 years of experience working with adults, families, and couples across a range of concerns.

Is Thomas Osborn a licensed therapist?

Yes. He holds the credential LMSW. License details: MI LMSW 6801096693.

In which languages does Thomas Osborn provide therapy?

Thomas Osborn provides therapy in English.

Where is Thomas Osborn located?

Thomas Osborn is located in Michigan.

How can I work with Thomas Osborn as my therapist?

You can work with Thomas Osborn through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Thomas Osborn work with international clients?

Yes, Thomas Osborn works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Thomas Osborn cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic approaches and online care

Thomas integrates evidence-informed approaches to help people manage difficult emotions, strengthen relationships, and clarify values. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on helping individuals notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck, then take committed action toward what matters to them - useful for anxiety, stress, and life transitions. Attachment-Based Therapy explores how early and current relationship patterns shape trust, intimacy, and emotional responses, which can support healing from relationship wounds, abandonment concerns, and attachment difficulties. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy, unconditional positive regard, and collaboration, creating a respectful environment where clients are supported to discover their own insights and solutions.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Thomas collaborates with each person to assess needs, preferences, and goals, adapting techniques and pacing so the therapeutic plan fits the individual. This collaborative process helps identify which methods feel most helpful and practical for the client.

Online therapy offers flexible options including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, making it easier to access consistent support from home or while traveling. These formats can reduce scheduling barriers, allow for more frequent check-ins when needed, and let therapists and clients focus on goals and progress in ways that fit the client’s life.

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