- Years in practice
- 7
- Credentials
- LMHC
- Licensed in
- Indiana
- Languages
- English
- Focus
- Stress, Anxiety
- Focus
- Relationship issues
- Focus
- Self esteem
About Theodore
Theodore Swanson is a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) based in Indiana with seven years of therapy experience. He keeps sessions relaxed and conversational while focusing on practical ways to reduce stress and anxiety. Theodore often helps people facing low self-esteem, depression, relationship strain, and issues with addiction or anger.
He combines several approaches to match each person’s needs, with a strong emphasis on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, plus mindfulness and psychodynamic ideas when they fit.
Background and approach
Sessions move at a steady, manageable pace and focus on small steps that make life feel more navigable. Theodore listens for patterns that repeat in relationships and day-to-day behavior and then works with clients to try different ways of responding. Parents concerned about managing stress, setting boundaries, or handling parenting-related strain may find clear, straightforward strategies here.
Theodore talks through communication problems, codependency, attachment concerns, and common emotional reactions like guilt or shame. He also addresses grief, trauma-related symptoms, and challenges tied to substance use. Therapy is collaborative and practical.
Theodore explains concepts plainly and helps clients try new skills between sessions. He aims to build coping tools the client can use in real life, not just talk about in the office. He conducts sessions in English and offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging.
To begin, visitors use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a session based on availability.
What Theodore works with
Everything Theodore lists, in the therapist's own terms. Parenting is the reason this directory exists; the rest shows what else Theodore helps people with.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Addictions
- Family conflicts
- Trauma and abuse
- Grief
- Intimacy-related issues
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Abandonment
- Attachment issues
- Avoidant personality
- Codependency
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Dependent personality
- Dissociation
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Emptiness
- Guilt and shame
- Infidelity
- Jealousy
- Men's issues
- Mood disorders
- Paranoia
- Phobias
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
- Self-love
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Workplace issues
- Young adult issues
Approaches Theodore lists
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist names and does not check training records.
How therapy approaches translate to online care
CBT, or Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, focuses on spotting unhelpful thoughts and trying new behaviors. It is useful for anxiety, low mood, and patterns that cause parenting stress. Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple awareness exercises and breathing practices to reduce reactivity and increase calm in daily life. It can help with stress, anger, and emotional overwhelm.Choosing the right approach is a team effort. The therapist will discuss goals and preferences and then try methods that seem to fit. Sessions may mix techniques and adjust over time so the work stays relevant to what the client wants to accomplish.
Online sessions are offered by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to increase flexibility. Video calls allow face-to-face interaction for skill teaching and deeper conversation. Phone sessions work well when bandwidth is limited or for a simpler check-in. Live chat and text messaging can support short updates, homework questions, or quick coping check-ins between longer sessions. These options help people fit therapy into busy routines and keep momentum between meetings.
Questions people ask about Theodore
What concerns does Theodore commonly address?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, and self-esteem problems. He also helps with relationship struggles, addictions, anger, grief, trauma, and parenting-related issues.
What is his therapeutic style like?
His approach is laid back and conversational. He emphasizes practical, step-by-step strategies and adapts methods to each person.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has seven years of experience as a therapist, plus additional work in mental health prior to licensure. That background informs his practical approach to common problems.
What credentials and where does he practice?
He is an LMHC licensed in Indiana and provides services to people located in that state.
Are sessions offered in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English. He is not accepting international clients.
Which session formats are available?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. This variety lets people choose what fits their schedule and comfort.
How is pricing handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What do I do to begin working together?
Click the Start Therapy button, fill out a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a session according to the therapist's availability.
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