Thomas Osborn, LMSW
Compassionate Michigan social worker for complex challenges
- Stress and anxiety support
- Trauma and relationship work
- LGBTQ affirming therapy
About Thomas Osborn
Thomas Osborn is a Michigan-licensed social worker with 15 years of experience supporting adults, couples, and families through a wide range of life challenges. He brings training in clinical and community psychology alongside a Master of Social Work earned in 2014, and he applies that background across settings that have included hospitals, outpatient clinics, substance use treatment, hospice care, and in-home case management.
As a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) Thomas holds a graduate-level social work credential that reflects state licensure in Michigan. Over his career he has assisted people facing depression, anxiety, bipolar conditions, grief, relationship and family difficulties, trauma and abuse, identity and orientation questions including gender dysphoria, addiction, and issues around intimacy, communication, and self-esteem. He also works with concerns such as caregiver stress, chronic illness and pain, codependency, and recovery from domestic violence and separation.
Thomas uses a compassionate, respectful, and client-centered style that treats each person as the expert on their own experience. He emphasizes empathy and collaboration, helping clients explore goals, build practical skills, and discover personalized paths toward growth. His approach aims to create a nonjudgmental space where individuals and families can address both immediate concerns and longer-term change.
As a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) Thomas holds a graduate-level social work credential that reflects state licensure in Michigan. Over his career he has assisted people facing depression, anxiety, bipolar conditions, grief, relationship and family difficulties, trauma and abuse, identity and orientation questions including gender dysphoria, addiction, and issues around intimacy, communication, and self-esteem. He also works with concerns such as caregiver stress, chronic illness and pain, codependency, and recovery from domestic violence and separation.
Thomas uses a compassionate, respectful, and client-centered style that treats each person as the expert on their own experience. He emphasizes empathy and collaboration, helping clients explore goals, build practical skills, and discover personalized paths toward growth. His approach aims to create a nonjudgmental space where individuals and families can address both immediate concerns and longer-term change.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesDepressionCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily problemsForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Thomas Osborn have?
Thomas Osborn has 15 years of professional experience working with adults, couples, and families in a variety of care settings.
Is Thomas Osborn a licensed therapist?
Yes. He holds the LMSW credential. LMSW stands for Licensed Master Social Worker and indicates a graduate-level social work license in Michigan - MI LMSW 6801096693.
In which languages does Thomas Osborn provide therapy?
Thomas Osborn provides therapy in English.
Where is Thomas Osborn located?
Thomas Osborn is located in Michigan.
How can I work with Thomas Osborn as my therapist?
You can work with Thomas Osborn through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Thomas Osborn work with international clients?
Yes, Thomas Osborn works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Thomas Osborn cost?
Costs can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care with Thomas Osborn
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT focuses on helping people clarify their values and take meaningful action even when uncomfortable thoughts or feelings arise. It is often used for anxiety, stress, and life transitions where acceptance and committed change are central goals). Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationships shape current patterns of connection and trust, and it supports clients who are working through intimacy issues, abandonment concerns, or relationship difficulties). Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT offers practical tools to identify and change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns, often used for depression, anxiety, and coping with day-to-day challenges).Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Thomas works collaboratively with each person to identify which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. He combines elements from different approaches as appropriate and helps clients track what is most effective for their situation.
Online therapy with video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging provides flexibility for people balancing work, family, or caregiving responsibilities. These options make it easier to maintain regular sessions and access support from licensed professionals and therapists without the need to travel, which can help people stay consistent with their care and practice new skills between meetings.