Thomas Grinnell, LCSW
Practical, person-centered therapy for life challenges
Explore online therapy options- Years in practice
- 12
- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in
- New York
- Languages
- English
- Focus
- Stress, Anxiety
- Focus
- Trauma and abuse
- Focus
- Grief
About Thomas
Thomas Grinnell is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in New York. He works with people facing stress, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, addictions, intimacy and relationship concerns, parenting challenges, and mood disorders. He draws on long experience to help people find ways to manage day-to-day struggles.
Thomas uses a straightforward, person-focused style. Sessions are practical and goal-oriented. He listens first, then helps set small, realistic steps toward change.
Many clients learn coping skills they can use between sessions.
Background and approach
His approach blends client-centered work with cognitive behavioral techniques and skills from dialectical behavior therapy. He also uses mindfulness exercises and motivational interviewing to support change. Those tools are chosen to match each person's situation and goals rather than as a one-size-fits-all plan.
Thomas has over 12 years of direct counseling experience and a longer history in human services. He has worked with people who have intellectual disabilities, mood disorders such as bipolar and depression, and trauma-related concerns. That background informs how he explains strategies and adapts interventions.
In sessions he focuses on clear, actionable steps: understanding patterns, testing new behaviors, and adjusting plans when needed. People who want help managing emotions, improving relationships, or handling parenting stress will find a practical orientation and steady support.
What Thomas works with
Everything Thomas lists, in the therapist's own terms. Parenting is the reason this directory exists; the rest shows what else Thomas helps people with.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Trauma and abuse
- Grief
- Bipolar disorder
- Depression
- Addictions
- LGBT
- Relationship issues
- Intimacy-related issues
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Coping with life changes
- Antisocial personality
- Autism and Asperger Syndrome
- Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)
- Family of origin issues
- Family problems
- Fatherhood issues
- Gender dysphoria
- Impulsivity
- Intellectual disability
- Mood disorders
- Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
- Personality disorders
- Phobias
- Post-traumatic stress
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
- Self-harm
- Sexuality
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Traumatic brain injury
Approaches Thomas lists
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist names and does not check training records.
Therapeutic approaches and how online sessions work
Thomas often uses cognitive behavioral therapy, which focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing small behavior changes to reduce symptoms like anxiety or low mood. He also uses dialectical behavior therapy skills to teach emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness for people who struggle with intense feelings or impulsivity.Choosing the right approach is a shared process. The therapist listens to your goals and tries techniques together to see what fits. Plans are adjusted over time based on what helps most and what feels realistic for your life.
Online sessions are available as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different needs. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation for teaching skills and reviewing exercises. Phone sessions can be a simpler option when bandwidth is limited or for shorter check-ins. Live chat and text messaging make it easier to get brief support or to follow up on strategies between longer sessions. These options increase flexibility for parents and busy people who need therapy that fits around work, caregiving, or other commitments.
Questions people ask about Thomas
What concerns does this therapist address?
He supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma and abuse, bipolar disorder, addictions, relationship and intimacy issues, parenting concerns, anger, self-esteem, and coping with life changes.
How does he approach therapy?
He blends client-centered listening with practical techniques from cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing to create simple, actionable steps.
What is his background and experience?
He has 12 years of direct counseling experience and a longer career in human services working with people who face mood disorders, intellectual disabilities, and trauma-related difficulties.
Where is he based and what are his credentials?
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, practicing in New York.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging for flexible meeting options.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin work with this therapist?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.
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