- Stress and anxiety
- Addictions support
- Attachment concerns
About Thomas
Thomas Conley is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Pennsylvania with 12 years of clinical experience. He works with people facing stress, anxiety, addiction concerns, relationship struggles, depression, and coping with life changes. He also focuses on issues such as abandonment, attachment concerns, codependency, blended family stress, and questions about life purpose.
Thomas centers sessions on honest conversation and practical steps. He uses several approaches, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Attachment-Based Therapy, to help people notice patterns and try different ways of responding. Sessions are direct and conversational rather than overly technical.
He often helps people sort through feelings like guilt, shame, or impulsivity that make decisions harder. For someone wrestling with divorce, fatherhood questions, or substance use, he aims to clarify immediate next steps and manageable coping strategies. Expect to talk about real situations and small behavior changes you can try between meetings.
Thomas describes the work as collaborative. He listens to what matters most, then suggests approaches drawn from client-centered and emotionally focused perspectives. That means attention to current emotions, the stories people tell about themselves, and how relationships shape choices.
People who want to explore purpose after a career, relationship, or health change can bring those questions into sessions. His focus is on helping clients find practical direction and clearer priorities rather than promising quick answers.
How his approaches translate to online work
Thomas uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and choose actions that match their values. ACT is useful for anxiety, stuckness, and questions about life purpose because it focuses on meaningful steps rather than perfect thinking.He also uses Attachment-Based Therapy to look at how early relationship patterns affect current connections and emotions. This approach often helps people who struggle with abandonment, codependency, or relationship difficulties by naming patterns and trying different ways of relating.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Thomas discusses options with each person and chooses strategies based on the client’s goals and preferences. He frames this as a collaborative process where adjustments are made if something isn’t fitting.
Confirm current session options before booking, as the biography does not list specific formats. Online sessions can make regular meetings easier to fit into a weekday or lunch break, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Talk with him about which session rhythm and setup will best suit your schedule and goals.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
12+ years
Listed in
Pennsylvania
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he address?
He helps people with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship problems, depression, and coping with life changes. He also works on abandonment, attachment issues, codependency, and life purpose questions.
How does he approach feeling stuck?
His style is conversational and practical. He combines Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and client-centered ideas to identify patterns and small changes to try.
How much experience does he have?
He has 12 years of professional work experience in counseling and related clinical settings.
What credential does he hold and where does he practice?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Pennsylvania and practices in that state.
Can I work with him if English is not my first language?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he accept clients outside the United States?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions structured and billed?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. Confirm session format and further details before booking.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.