- Client-centered approach
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy
About Tommy
Tommy Pool is an LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas with 30 years of experience. He works with people facing stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship and family concerns, depression, trauma and grief. Tommy also helps with intimacy-related issues, parenting strain, anger, self-esteem problems and coping with life changes.
He uses straightforward conversation to help people name what feels wrong and find practical steps forward. Sessions focus on what is happening now and what the person wants to change. Tommy draws on familiar therapeutic methods to guide that work rather than on jargon-filled explanations.
In sessions he aims to create a calm space for talking through painful memories and current struggles. He listens for patterns in relationships and behavior and then helps people test small changes. For addiction concerns he combines motivational approaches with practical planning for managing urges and risks.
Tommy also supports those dealing with grief, trauma, or long-term stress. He brings mindfulness and emotion-focused techniques to help regulate strong feelings and rebuild connection after losses or conflicts. He works with issues like codependency, communication problems, and control struggles by focusing on clearer boundaries and realistic choices.
Beginning therapy with Tommy typically starts by identifying immediate goals and simple, achievable steps. He encourages steady progress through short-term experiments and regular check-ins. This approach helps people balance day-to-day responsibilities while working toward better emotional balance.
Therapeutic approaches and how they work online
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and reflecting what the person says so they can clarify their own goals. It helps when someone feels stuck and needs a calm space to sort priorities. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the link between thoughts, feelings and actions and uses small experiments to test new ways of responding. It is useful for anxiety, low mood and habit change. Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) pays attention to relationship patterns and strong emotions, aiming to improve how people express needs and connect with others.Choosing the right approach is part of the work. Tommy will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit their goals and preferences. That may mean trying one approach first, then adapting based on how someone responds in sessions.
The biography does not list specific online session formats, so confirm the available options before booking. In general, online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins between commitments, or reduce time lost to travel. It can also make certain exercises and homework easier to share and review during sessions. Licensed professionals can adjust pacing and tools so therapy fits alongside study, early career demands, or family responsibilities.
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Experience
30+ years
Listed in
Texas, Colorado
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Tommy help with?
He helps people with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship and family concerns, depression, trauma and grief, plus related issues like self-esteem and parenting strain.
How would he describe his therapy style?
He uses a client-centered approach that keeps conversation focused on current problems and practical steps. He mixes in CBT, mindfulness, and emotion-focused techniques as needed.
How much experience does he have?
Tommy has 30 years of professional work experience as an LPC in Texas.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is an LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor and practices in Texas.
Are sessions offered in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
Please confirm current session format options before booking, as the biography does not list specific formats.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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