Thomas Buckner, LCPC
Licensed in Illinois · 15 years in practice
Thomas Buckner is a licensed clinical professional counselor (LCPC) in Illinois who helps people facing depression, anxiety, trauma, addiction, and problems with self-esteem.
License and registration
- LCPC, Illinois
- 180.013446 · expires March 2027
- NPI
- 1184094013 · national provider identifier
- Years in practice
- 15
- Languages
- English
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About Thomas
Thomas Buckner is a licensed clinical professional counselor (LCPC) in Illinois who helps people facing depression, anxiety, trauma, addiction, and problems with self-esteem. He works with individuals dealing with mood disorders, stress, ADHD, and relationship or career concerns. He aims to create a calm, respectful space where people can talk and be heard.
He uses plain talk and practical steps rather than jargon. Sessions focus on small, doable changes like testing a new behavior, trying a different thought, or practicing a skill between meetings.
Background and approach
He blends several approaches so the work fits each person's situation and goals. Thomas draws on 15 years of experience to tailor sessions to real-life needs. He pays attention to attachment patterns, how past hurts affect current reactions, and skills that reduce intense emotions.
People can expect a steady, problem-solving tone that also leaves room for feelings. He also addresses complex concerns such as chronic illness, caregiver stress, workplace burnout, and the effects of abuse or dissociation. For people dealing with relationship breaks, blended family issues, or separation, he helps sort priorities and plan next steps.
Thomas offers therapy in English and works with international clients. He provides multiple online formats so people can choose what fits their schedule and comfort. Starting is straightforward: complete the short matching questionnaire and schedule a session based on availability.
Focus areas and approaches
Everything Thomas lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.
- Trauma and abuse
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Bipolar disorder
- Depression
- Stress, Anxiety
- Addictions
- LGBT
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Career difficulties
- Coping with life changes
- Coaching
- Compassion fatigue
- ADHD
- Abandonment
- Antisocial personality
- Attachment issues
- Avoidant personality
- Blended family issues
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Chronic pain, illness, and disability
- Co-morbidity
- Commitment issues
- Communication problems
- Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
- Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)
- Dissociation
- Divorce and separation
- Domestic violence
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Family of origin issues
- Fatherhood issues
- First responder issues
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- HIV / AIDS
- Hoarding
- Hospice and end-of-life counseling
- Impulsivity
- Infidelity
- Intellectual disability
- Isolation / loneliness
- Jealousy
- Life purpose
- Men's issues
- Midlife crisis
- Money and financial issues
- Mood disorders
- Multicultural concerns
- Narcissism
- Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Paranoia
- Personality disorders
- Phobias
- Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
- Postpartum depression
- Post-traumatic stress
- Prejudice and discrimination
- Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
- Self-harm
- Self-love
- Sexual assault and abuse
- Sexuality
- Smoking / vaping cessation
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Somatization
- Traumatic brain injury
- Visually impaired
- Women's issues
- Workplace issues
Approaches Thomas names
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Existential Therapy
- Gottman Method
- Jungian Therapy
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Somatic Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
- Internal Family Systems
Naming an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist lists and does not check training records.
Online support
Therapeutic approaches and online care
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying personal values and taking guided actions that matter, even when emotions or thoughts feel overwhelming. It can help with anxiety, depression, and coping with life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts, feelings, and actions interact and uses practical exercises to shift unhelpful patterns; it is often used for anxiety, depression, and anger. Attachment-Based Therapy explores how early relationships shape current reactions and helps people rebuild more supported ways of relating to others and to themselves.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to identify which methods fit best for their goals and preferences. That collaborative process may mix elements from different therapies so the plan matches daily life and specific challenges.
Online therapy offers flexibility across formats. Video calls let people use face-to-face conversation from wherever they are. Phone sessions can be a simpler option when bandwidth or screen time is limited. Live chat or text-based messaging supports brief check-ins, homework feedback, or ongoing coaching between sessions. These options help people fit therapy into work, caregiving, or travel schedules while keeping treatment consistent and practical.
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Questions people ask
What concerns does Thomas address?
He helps people with depression, anxiety, trauma and abuse, bipolar and mood problems, addictions, low self-esteem, anger, ADHD, and related issues.
What is his therapeutic style like?
His style is direct and compassionate with a focus on practical steps. Sessions combine listening with hands-on skill building and problem solving.
How much experience does he have?
He has 15 years of experience working with a range of emotional and behavioral concerns in clinical settings.
Where is he licensed and located?
He practices as an LCPC in Illinois and provides services listed for that region.
Which languages and international options are available?
Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.
What session formats does he offer?
He provides video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different needs and schedules.
How does pricing work?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to therapist availability.
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