- Warm nonjudgmental style
- Goal-oriented help
- Experience with addiction
About Tom
Tom Gozinske is a licensed professional counselor (LPC) and a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) who practices in Wisconsin. He has seven years of experience helping people navigate stress, anxiety, grief, and trauma. He aims to make the first step into therapy easier and affirms the courage it takes to begin.
Tom keeps sessions direct and approachable. He focuses on creating an open space where people can talk about thoughts and feelings without judgment. He listens for what matters most and helps clients set clear, manageable next steps.
In practice he uses practical, goal-focused techniques to help people find momentum. Motivational Interviewing is one approach he offers to help with change, especially around addictions and behavior shifts. He also helps people work through relationship strain, anger, and self-esteem struggles.
Tom has experience supporting people facing mood disorders such as depression and bipolar disorder, and those managing ADHD and compassion fatigue. He also addresses family-related concerns like communication problems, abandonment issues, blended family stress, and divorce or separation impacts.
He encourages small, steady progress and checks in about what is working. People who want straightforward feedback and a calm, respectful conversation style may find his approach a good fit. Before booking, confirm the current session options and scheduling details to make sure they match your needs.
How Motivational Interviewing Shapes Online Work
Motivational Interviewing is a conversational approach that helps people find their own reasons to change. It focuses on listening, asking useful questions, and building motivation step by step. This method is often used when someone wants help with addictions, habit changes, or getting unstuck from patterns that cause distress.The therapist will treat selecting methods as a collaborative process. He talks with each person about goals and preferences and adapts techniques to fit those needs. Over time, clients and the therapist decide together which strategies are most helpful.
If you are considering online work, confirm the exact session options before booking since formats are not specified here. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, allow for shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. They can also support steady momentum between in-person visits when people are balancing work, caregiving, or medical appointments. Licensed professionals tailor the rhythm and tools of sessions so they match a client’s goals and everyday routine.
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Experience
7+ years
Credentials
Wisconsin, Iowa
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Tom help with?
Areas of focus include addictions, trauma and abuse, anger, depression, bipolar disorder, ADHD, self-esteem, and family-related issues such as communication and divorce.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
He keeps sessions direct and approachable, creating space for honest talk and working with clients to set clear, manageable steps toward change.
What relevant experience does he bring?
Tom has seven years of clinical experience supporting people through stress, grief, behavior change, and relationship challenges.
What are his credentials and where is he located?
He holds LPC (licensed professional counselor) and LMHC (licensed mental health counselor) credentials and practices in Wisconsin.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English only.
Can people outside the United States work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions priced and billed?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What should I do to begin working with him?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.
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