I am licensed in California with 40 years of professional work experience. Prior to having a private practice as a Marriage and Family Therapist for 35 years I was a school psychologist for 5 years. Currently I volunteer to teach a class on addictions and anger management at City Team, Oakland, Ca., a residential program for men. I have been a volunteer at city team for over 4 years. I have experience in helping clients with coping with addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, & coping with grief and loss, parenting, marriage, domestic violence, anxiety and depression. I have written and published 6 books on personal, parenting and marriage issues. My most recent books are; Changes, one person can make a difference and The first pictorial self help book for men who don’t read. Two other books I have written are: Winning at a Losing Game and The Lost Aspect of Love. I encourage my clients to follow up each session with specific homework that I can provide.I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.
My wife, Pam, and I have been married for 55 years, we have three adult children and 4 grandchildren.
CA LMFT 17048
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Tom is a great therapist. He is a professional that respects and listens to what you say. He will offer solid advice and provide optional literature to study mental concepts and techniques to improve your mental health.
Written on Oct 31, 2024 after therapy with Thomas "Tom" for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
I can tell Tom is a such a loving and genuine person. He has helped me understand myself, so that I can help myself. I’ve gotten exactly what I’ve expected out of therapy, which was insight into my life so that I may live with freedom and awareness. I no longer feel the need for approval, or let my negative thoughts get the best of me. I fulfill myself and I am a much more loving person because of it
Written on Aug 29, 2024 after therapy with Thomas "Tom" for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, and adhd
Tom is amazing, highly recommend him!
Written on Aug 02, 2024 after therapy with Thomas "Tom" for 8 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and career difficulties
Great dude! Real hard hitter with kindness and truth. 10/10 would recommend
Written on Aug 02, 2024 after therapy with Thomas "Tom" for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, career difficulties, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Tom is an experienced, supportive, and caring family therapist. He helps me tremendously and has been an excellent resource. I would highly recommend Tom!
Written on Jul 28, 2024 after therapy with Thomas "Tom" for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, anger management, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
I'm still in the beginning stages but Tom seems to know how to speak to me and help me understand and rationalize in a positive but challenging way.
Written on Jul 18, 2024 after therapy with Thomas "Tom" for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and anger management