Thomas (Thom) Wilder , LPC

Thomas (Thom) Wilder is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Texas who brings three decades of clinical experience to his practice. He approaches each person as an individual with unique strengths, history, and goals, and he prioritizes listening carefully to understand what matters most to them. He uses that understanding to tailor a therapeutic plan that addresses the whole person - biological, psychological, and social-relational factors - rather than focusing on symptoms alone.

Wilder works with a broad range of concerns, including trauma - from childhood and event-based trauma to developmental and complex trauma - as well as mood disorders such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, acute stress, anger, and grief. He also supports relationship issues, offering couple work, communication coaching, pre-marital counseling, conflict management, infidelity recovery, and help navigating divorce and gray divorce. Chronic conditions are another focus area, including chronic illness, chronic pain, caregiver fatigue, and long-term stress management.

He follows an integrative approach, drawing from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), trauma-focused methods, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), strength-based and solution-focused techniques, somatic work, client-centered therapy, mindfulness practices, and other modalities to meet each client’s needs. Wilder holds a BS in Sociology from Auburn University at Montgomery and an MA in Professional Counseling from Liberty University. He is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas - LPC Lic. #77731 - and a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, a certification that reflects focused training in trauma assessment and treatment.

Approaches for online care and practical support

Thomas (Thom) Wilder draws on Client-Centered Therapy to create a collaborative, nonjudgmental environment where clients set the pace and focus of work; this approach helps with self-esteem, life transitions, and building insight. He also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors through practical exercises and coping strategies - an approach often used for anxiety, depression, and stress. In addition, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) provides concrete skills in emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, which can be especially helpful for managing intense emotions and improving relationships.

Finding the best therapeutic approach is a collaborative process. Wilder works with clients to explore their needs, goals, and preferences and then tailors methods that feel like the right fit, adjusting course as progress unfolds.

Online therapy with Wilder can include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for varied schedules and life demands. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care, fit sessions into busy routines, and receive support from different settings when in-person visits are not practical, while still working with licensed professionals and therapists trained in these approaches.