Dr. Timothy Tobin, LPC, LCMHC
30-year clinician for addictions and trauma
- Addictions and recovery
- Trauma and grief
- Unusual experience support
About Dr. Timothy Tobin
Dr. Timothy Tobin is a licensed mental health professional with 30 years of clinical experience. He holds an MA and a PsyD in clinical psychology and maintains credentials as an LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) and an LCMHC (Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor).
Over the course of his career he has worked extensively with people facing substance use and other compulsive behaviors, as well as with those experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, and grief. He also assists clients who are wrestling with questions of meaning and purpose, spiritual or religious conflicts, and life changes that disrupt a sense of worldview.
Dr. Tobin has particular experience supporting individuals who have had powerful or unusual events in their lives - for example near-death experiences, anomalous or paranormal encounters, and other hard-to-explain phenomena. He understands that such events can be both enlightening and unsettling and aims to reduce apprehension about sharing them with a therapist. In his current practice he focuses primarily on people whose addictions or compulsive behaviors are causing life difficulties, those recovering from trauma or profound loss, and clients coping with existential or spiritual concerns.
He approaches this work with a commitment to helping clients explore, process, and integrate difficult experiences so they can move forward with greater clarity and resilience.
Over the course of his career he has worked extensively with people facing substance use and other compulsive behaviors, as well as with those experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, and grief. He also assists clients who are wrestling with questions of meaning and purpose, spiritual or religious conflicts, and life changes that disrupt a sense of worldview.
Dr. Tobin has particular experience supporting individuals who have had powerful or unusual events in their lives - for example near-death experiences, anomalous or paranormal encounters, and other hard-to-explain phenomena. He understands that such events can be both enlightening and unsettling and aims to reduce apprehension about sharing them with a therapist. In his current practice he focuses primarily on people whose addictions or compulsive behaviors are causing life difficulties, those recovering from trauma or profound loss, and clients coping with existential or spiritual concerns.
He approaches this work with a commitment to helping clients explore, process, and integrate difficult experiences so they can move forward with greater clarity and resilience.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Relationship issuesFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
Aging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexuality
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Dr. Timothy Tobin have?
Dr. Timothy Tobin has 30 years of professional experience.
Is Dr. Timothy Tobin a licensed therapist?
Yes. He holds the credentials LPC and LCMHC. License details include PA LPC PC006940 and NH LCMHC 641.
In which languages does Dr. Timothy Tobin provide therapy?
Dr. Timothy Tobin provides therapy in English.
Where is Dr. Timothy Tobin located?
Dr. Timothy Tobin is located in Utah.
How can I work with Dr. Timothy Tobin as my therapist?
You can work with Dr. Timothy Tobin through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Dr. Timothy Tobin work with international clients?
Yes, Dr. Timothy Tobin works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Dr. Timothy Tobin cost?
The cost of therapy 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, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just 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 for Online Care
Dr. Timothy Tobin draws on client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) when working with clients online. Client-centered therapy emphasizes an empathic, non-directive stance where the therapist helps clients explore their own values and goals - this approach supports issues like grief, self-esteem, and life transitions. CBT focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and is commonly used for anxiety, depression, and many addictive patterns. DBT teaches skills for emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, which can be particularly useful for people struggling with intense emotions, impulsive behaviors, or relationship challenges.Finding the best approach is a collaborative process. Dr. Timothy Tobin works with each person to assess needs, preferences, and goals and then tailors methods so therapy fits the individual rather than forcing a single model.
Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility - appointments can take place by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging - making it easier to fit care into busy schedules or to connect across distances. Licensed professionals can provide the same thoughtful, goal-oriented work through these formats, allowing clients to pursue recovery, processing, and growth in ways that match their routines and comfort levels.