Tom Gozinske , LPC, LMHC

Tom Gozinske is a licensed professional counselor who supports individuals navigating stress, anxiety, trauma, grief, anger, and other life challenges. He is licensed in Wisconsin and Iowa and holds the credentials LPC and LMHC - LPC stands for Licensed Professional Counselor and LMHC stands for Licensed Mental Health Counselor - reflecting his formal training and clinical qualifications.

Tom emphasizes a respectful, nonjudgmental approach that encourages open sharing of thoughts and emotions. He works collaboratively with clients to clarify goals, build coping skills, and explore pathways toward healthier relationships and daily functioning. His practice focuses on creating a welcoming space where concerns can be discussed honestly and new strategies can be practiced.

Tom recognizes that beginning therapy requires courage and he aims to honor that step by providing steady, supportive guidance. He partners with each person to tailor the work to their needs, helping them move forward at a pace that feels manageable and purposeful.

Motivational Interviewing and accessible online therapy

Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative, goal-oriented style of conversation that helps people explore and resolve mixed feelings about change. It focuses on drawing out a person’s own motivations and strengths to support steps toward healthier choices, and it is often helpful for issues like addictions, behavior change, and ambivalence about major life shifts.

In practice, Tom approaches therapy as a partnership. He works with clients to identify which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the approach over time so the work feels useful and manageable. Figuring out the right therapeutic path is part of the process and happens collaboratively.

Online therapy options - including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging - make it easier to fit sessions into busy lives. These formats offer flexibility for scheduling, reduce travel time, and allow ongoing support between in-person opportunities, helping clients maintain momentum while working toward their goals with a licensed professional.