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Thomas (Thom) Wilder, LPC

Experienced Texas LPC focused on trauma and relationships
  • Trauma and mood disorders
  • Relationship and family work
  • Client-centered approaches

About Thomas (Thom) Wilder

Thomas (Thom) Wilder is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Texas who brings three decades of experience to his work with individuals and families. He emphasizes listening first, learning each person's strengths and history, and then shaping a therapy plan that fits the individual's personality, needs, and life circumstances. Thom draws on training in trauma treatment as a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional - a designation that indicates specialized education in working with event, developmental, and complex trauma - and on a broad set of therapeutic methods to address emotional and relational concerns.

He works with trauma, including childhood and event-based trauma and complex developmental trauma, and with a range of mood and stress-related conditions such as depression, anxiety, acute stress, bipolar disorder, anger, and grief. Relationship work is also a focus, from couples therapy and communication to pre-marital counseling, infidelity, and divorce issues. He supports people coping with chronic health conditions, chronic pain, caregiver fatigue, and long-term stress, helping clients manage daily functioning and quality of life.

Thom describes his approach as integrative and whole-person, attending to biological, psychological, and social or relational factors. He customizes treatment plans using methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, trauma-focused techniques, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, strength-based and client-centered strategies, solution-focused work, somatic approaches, and mindfulness practices. His education includes a BS in Sociology from Auburn University Montgomery and an MA in Professional Counseling from Liberty University, and he is licensed in Texas as an LPC, Lic. #77731.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesGriefAnger managementCompassion fatigue

Also Specializes In

AddictionsFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changesCoachingADHD

Additional Focus Areas

Aging and geriatric issuesBlended family issuesCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommunication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressSomatization

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Gottman Method Mindfulness Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Thomas (Thom) Wilder have?

Thomas (Thom) Wilder has 30 years of experience.

Is Thomas (Thom) Wilder a licensed therapist?

Yes. He holds the credential LPC, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor. His license is TX LPC 77731.

In which languages does Thomas (Thom) Wilder provide therapy?

Thomas (Thom) Wilder provides therapy in English.

Where is Thomas (Thom) Wilder located?

Thomas (Thom) Wilder is located in Texas.

How can I work with Thomas (Thom) Wilder as my therapist?

You can work with Thomas (Thom) Wilder through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Thomas (Thom) Wilder work with international clients?

Yes, Thomas (Thom) Wilder works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Thomas (Thom) Wilder 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 (Thom) Wilder commonly uses Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy in his practice. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on building a strong therapeutic relationship, offering empathy and respect while helping clients explore their goals and values; this approach supports people working through relationship issues, life transitions, and self-esteem concerns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps clients identify and shift unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns, and is often used for anxiety, depression, sleep problems, and coping with stress. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) teaches practical skills for emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and improving interpersonal effectiveness, which can be helpful for anger, intense emotions, and relationship difficulties.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Thom collaborates with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. He integrates techniques over time and adapts the plan as progress and priorities evolve.

Online therapy with Thom is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for clients who juggle work, family, or caregiving responsibilities. These options make it easier to fit regular sessions into a busy life and to maintain continuity of care across different locations, while allowing licensed professionals and therapists to tailor the format to the work being done.

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