Claire Thombs
Hi, I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) with over 20 years of social work and mental health experience. I utilize evidence-based therapy models focused on my clients' strengths, abilities, and unique life experiences in efforts to improve quality of life and restore overall health and wellness.
Hi, I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) with over 20 years of social work and mental health experience.
I greatly enjoy my work with clients and the reward in my work is seeing clients succeed and overcome life's challenges.
First session
In our first session together, we'll start with brief introductions, then dive into the specific challenges you're facing. This will help me create a tailored plan for us to work through in follow-up sessions.
Strengths
I have gained knowledge through working in many areas of social work and mental health. This has provided me with insights and perspectives that I love to share with my clients.
Ideal clients
I enjoy working with clients whose ages range from teenagers to older adults. I love to work with clients who are ready to get started and are committed to attending sessions and practicing the tools and skills that we discuss in sessions.
Treatment methods
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I often use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with clients who will benefit from a solution focused approach focusing on challenging negative thoughts and behaviors. This is an evidence based treatment that works well with reducing depression, anxiety, and other symptoms that cause distress.
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
I use Dialectical Behavior Therapy with clients who can benefit from learning more about emotional awareness and regulation. This can help greatly with those who may be struggling with feelings of anger, guilt, and/or shame.
Compassion-Focused
I use Compassion Focused Therapy with clients who can benefit from emotional healing and recovery. CFT can help to develop a kinder and more understanding relationship with self and others.
Location
Virtual sessions
Identifies as
Black / African American
Woman
Top specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Life Transitions
Other specialties
Bipolar Disorder
Chronic Illness
Coping Skills
Grief
Parenting
Peer Relationships
Physical Health Condition
Self Esteem
Women's Issues
Serves
Adults (18 to 64)
Elders (65 and above)