- Addictions and compulsions
- Grief and life changes
- Explores unusual experiences
About Timothy
Dr. Timothy Tobin is a licensed counselor with three decades of clinical experience. He holds a Doctor of Psychology degree and practices as an LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) and LCMHC (Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor). He works with people facing addiction, anxiety, depression, grief, and complex life changes.
He focuses on helping people who struggle with compulsive behaviors, including substance use and gambling, and on the emotional fallout those behaviors create. He also supports people who are processing trauma, loss, and difficult spiritual or existential questions. He makes space for experiences that can be hard to explain, including unusual or anomalous events, and aims to reduce the fear of sharing those experiences.
In sessions he uses straightforward, person-focused methods. He draws on client-centered work to listen closely to what matters to each person. He also uses cognitive behavioral techniques to address unhelpful thoughts and DBT skills when emotion regulation is needed.
Dr. Tobin emphasizes practical steps alongside reflection. That can mean identifying patterns that keep someone stuck, developing coping skills, and planning small changes that fit daily life. He also helps people process meaning after loss or life transitions.
He practices from Utah and offers work in English. He has experience supporting people through long-term and acute concerns, and he encourages open conversation about spiritual or unusual experiences without judgment.
How his approaches shape online care
Client-Centered Therapy centers on the person in front of the therapist. It means the therapist listens closely, follows what matters to the client, and adapts the pace to the person's needs. This approach helps when someone needs acceptance and clear attention to their story.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on the link between thoughts, feelings, and actions. It uses practical exercises to spot unhelpful thinking and try new behaviors. This approach is useful for anxiety, depression, and for changing patterns related to addictive or compulsive behaviors.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) offers concrete skills for handling intense emotions and improving relationships. It includes techniques for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and clearer communication when feelings run high.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. The therapist will talk with each person about goals, preferences, and life demands, and then shape the methods used. This is a collaborative process rather than a one-size-fits-all prescription.
Because the biography does not list specific session formats, confirm available options before booking. Online therapy can help fit sessions into busy days, allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight, and remove travel time so people can use a lunch break or an evening slot more easily. Licensed professionals can adapt exercises, homework, and skill practice to an online rhythm so progress continues even when life is busy.
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Experience
30+ years
Credentials
New Hampshire, Pennsylvania, Utah
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he address?
He helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, trauma, grief, relationship and intimacy concerns, parenting strain, anger, self-esteem, ADHD, and related issues.
What is his therapy style like?
He uses a straightforward, person-focused approach that combines listening with practical skill-building from cognitive behavioral and dialectical behavior work.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 30 years of professional experience working in clinical settings with a wide range of concerns.
What credentials does he hold and where is he located?
He is listed as LPC and LCMHC and practices from Utah while holding licensure in Pennsylvania and New Hampshire as noted.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
The biography does not specify session formats, so please confirm current session options before booking.
How are fees and payment handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.
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