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Thom Barry, LCSW

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Thom is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

5.0 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Thom. View 42 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Tennessee

Recent reviews

I love Mr. Thom! I love that he gives practical solutions. He’s the absolute best!

Reviewed November 2024

Thom Barry had been an amazing therapist and hads helped me feel confident and sure that there is hope and ways to protect myself and learn techniques to cope

Reviewed August 2024

More about Thom

  • 8 years' experience
  • Male
  • LCSW

Clients don’t come to me with their problems- they come to me with solutions that have not been working and/or not working as well as expected. Research indicates that a key factor in effective therapy and the client accomplishing their therapeutic goals, is the working relationship between the client and therapist. I will do whatever is I can to hold up my end of the bargain, accommodate your needs/wants and make this process as stress free (and enjoyable) as possible.

At this point of the bio I can start throwing out many different treatment modalities that I use, explain my theoretical framework or use catchy phrases like 'unconditional positive regard, client centered treatment' however, I find that to be effective in my role I need to explain things in ways that they can easily be understood. I imagine that we all have an invisible bucket we carry around with us on a daily basis. Sometimes we add things (stressors) to our bucket and sometimes those around us dump some of their things in our bucket also. When our bucket has become overfilled, this is when problems begin to develop in our day to day lives. My goal is to give you a safe place to empty your overflowing bucket and learn ways to keep it from getting overfilled.

We will explore your issues, help you to articulate what you're feeling/thinking and strategize on how to make meaningful, lasting change (as a bonus, I might even make you crack a smile or laugh on occasion.) Being human, it is hardwired in us to seek comfort and predictability. We gravitate to what is familiar. It is not an easy thing to actively work against that hardwiring, choosing to take effective action rather than maintaining status quo. The personal growth and insight that can occur from our sessions is much like learning and preparing to do a backflip for the first time. It is not easy but it is simple. So are you ready to learn to do backflips?

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Addictions Trauma and abuse Self esteem Depression LGBT Relationship issues Family conflicts Grief Intimacy-related issues Sleeping disorders Anger management Bipolar disorder Coping with life changes Coaching Compassion fatigue ADHD Abandonment Aging and geriatric issues Attachment issues Autism and Asperger Syndrome Blended family issues Caregiver issues and stress Chronic pain, illness, and disability Co-morbidity Codependency Communication problems Control issues Dependent personality Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD) Dissociation Divorce and separation Drug and alcohol addiction Emptiness Family of origin issues Family problems Fatherhood issues First responder issues Forgiveness Guilt and shame Hoarding Hospice and end-of-life counseling Impulsivity Infidelity Intellectual disability Isolation / loneliness Jealousy Life purpose Men's issues Midlife crisis Veteran and Armed Forces Issues Money and financial issues Mood disorders Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacks Paranoia Personality disorders Phobias Post-traumatic stress Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling) Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Self-harm Self-love Smoking / vaping cessation Social anxiety and phobia Somatization Workplace issues Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Attachment-Based Therapy
  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Gottman Method
  • Jungian Therapy
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Narrative Therapy
  • Psychodynamic Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Somatic Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Thom Barry's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1396240347.

  • LCSW · Tennessee · 0000007131 · Expires July 2025

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.

Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.

Reviews for Thom Barry

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

5.0

42 reviews

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I love Mr. Thom! I love that he gives practical solutions. He’s the absolute best!

Reviewed November 2024

Thom Barry had been an amazing therapist and hads helped me feel confident and sure that there is hope and ways to protect myself and learn techniques to cope

Reviewed August 2024

Thom is thoughtful and well researched. It’s nice to have such alignment in a values driven therapist who helps me understand what is important. His work with me has helped me to reframe my perspectives in life toward healing and mental wellness.

Reviewed June 2024

Knowledgeable and well versed in a variety of topics. Always helps me reframe thoughts in a more positive manner

Reviewed June 2024

Thom has been a huge help to me. Great listener, and great responses!

Reviewed June 2024

Mr. Barry has been so amazing with helping me unpack issues and to find strategies to better avoid and cope with triggering events. Couldn't be happier with him as a therapist

Reviewed April 2024

Thom has been an excellent listener and gives great advice! Sometimes you just need someone to talk to and this has been a wonderful experience overall. All of my issues are addressed, and I’m giving clarity and new ways of thinking that I didn’t have before.

Reviewed April 2024

He is awesome and I feel great

Reviewed March 2024

Thom is a great therapist!

Reviewed February 2024

Mr. Thom is a wonderful listener! I love his practical advice and the way he is always so open and honest

Reviewed February 2024

Thom is great and helps tremendously

Reviewed December 2023

I needed a therapist who can outsmart my excuses. I've met my match in therapy with Thom.

Reviewed December 2023

Thom is a great therapist, he’s open minded and full of knowledge. He made me feel comfortable and helped a ton.

Reviewed November 2023

My therapist Thom Barry is not only a well read professional that is traditional and current in his approach, he also listens and offers practical advice for our modern day challenges. If you want to truly grow, therapy is a big part of breaking the cycles that are holding you back. Lean into yourself and invest in Better Help for a better you.

Reviewed September 2023

Fantastic therapist, very kind and patient with me. I'm happy to call him my therapist. I have definitely recommended him to my coworkers.

Reviewed September 2023

Thom has really helped me identify patterns in my own behavior and equipped me with tools to counter them in order to have a more positive outcome. I’ve learned so much more about myself through our discussions, and Thom always knows how to challenge my perspectives and get me thinking about things in a different light.

Reviewed September 2023

He is a very genuine person with a good heart. Someone you can trust opening up to and knowing that he won’t judge you for your actions, but help you talk yourself through them.

Reviewed September 2023

Thom is great! Very knowledgeable. He’s the best therapist I’ve ever met with!

Reviewed June 2023

Thom is a wonderful listener and gets to the heart of the issue in a safe, enjoyable way. He develops practical steps to take and I've found it really helpful!

Reviewed June 2023

Awesome!!!

Reviewed May 2023

Not platitudes but real things to think about, reflect on, and explore to reach a better set of tools to handle life’s changes.

Reviewed January 2023

Thom is such a resource on so many things. I always learn something new when we meet and look forward to our sessions. He’s flexible and makes hard topics easy to talk about. He gives clear guidance and helps put perspective to whatever you’re struggling with. Grateful to be able to work with him.

Reviewed December 2022

He’s extremely helpful. It’s like talking to an old friend with lots of wisdom. He doesn’t judge and he always gives you things to think about when the session is over.

Reviewed November 2022

Awesome

Reviewed November 2022

Thom is very knowledgeable and insightful and many different topics. He has helped me on my journey to mental stability and holds me accountable for keeping myself there.

Reviewed November 2022

Thom is a thoughtful and considerate therapist who gives useful insight to your needs.

Reviewed November 2022

Thom has helped me tremendously

Reviewed September 2022

If you need someone to really support you & challenge your mind, to really be the therapist you need, Thom is the right person for you. Thom is my compass at times where I feel most confused. I’m grateful for his presence in my life. He’s the reason I haven’t gone back to toxic people and pushed through a very difficult period of my life.

Reviewed September 2022

Thom is the best! He's always ready with a resource to help me navigate things. I appreciate him so much!

Reviewed July 2022

So great!

Reviewed June 2022

Excellent listener. Asks great questions. Offers solid advice. Had been a life changer for me so far

Reviewed May 2022

Thom puts real effort into getting to know his clients. I appreciated his intentionality in finding resources right for me, and I was impressed by how well he spoke to my needs, sharing examples and stories applicable to my situation and field of interest that I had never heard of before. He helped me find blind areas I was unable to see in myself and in my decisions, and helped me be proactive about it.

Reviewed May 2022

Always on point and helpful!

Reviewed April 2022

Very easy to talk to and eager to help me

Reviewed March 2022

Thom is incredibly personable and always listens carefully to what I'm saying. He always offers great real-world examples and metaphors that apply to whatever I'm dealing with that help me see things in a different perspective. I would recommend him to anyone looking for an interactive therapy experience with someone who really takes the time to understand what you're dealing with and offers concrete steps to deal with them.

Reviewed March 2022

Thom is been amazing he makes me feel comfortable. Easy to talk to like an old friend that you have known forever.

Reviewed February 2022

Thom has been wonderful. He’s incredibly knowledgeable on anxiety and trauma and has provided a ton of resources and tools to help me understand the root causes of my issues and how to address them. I’m very grateful for him and his dedication to helping me!

Reviewed July 2021

Thom does a great all around job

Reviewed April 2021

Really easy to talk to and very friendly.

Reviewed April 2021

Thom has been very helpful as I go through the process of gaining a deeper understanding of my behaviour and my thinking. He has provided me with useful materials that I can answer and review. He is a good listener and provides advice impartially He has definitely imparted valuable learnings along the way. I am so thankful for Thom for going through this journey with me.

Reviewed April 2021

He shows that he cares always asks how I’m feeling and doing and has giving me great suggestions for dealing with my problems.

Reviewed April 2021

Thom Barry is confident kind and compassionate as a counsellor. He offered non judgemental advice and offered tips and suggestions that were productive and have elicited extremely good results . I am particularly impressed by his willingness to engage with holistic practice and it provides a reassuring insight in to medicine and the treatment of depressive disorders. also anyone whocan stay in the face of a storm literally is a good reassuring individual to have at the end of a phone!

Reviewed March 2021

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Frequently asked questions

Does Thom Barry offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Thom Barry works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Thom Barry speak?

Thom Barry speaks English.

How many years of experience does Thom Barry have?

Thom Barry has 8 years of experience.

Where is Thom Barry licensed to practice?

Thom Barry is licensed to practice in Tennessee.

Does Thom Barry accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Thom Barry does not accept clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Thom Barry offer?

Thom Barry offers clients Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Gottman Method, Jungian Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Somatic Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Thom Barry?

Thom Barry can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Thom Barry?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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