Thomas Bentley, LCSW
- Addiction and recovery support
- Anger and coping skills
- Parenting and family stress
About Thomas Bentley
He has experience helping clients navigate concerns related to addictions, parenting challenges, anger management, motivation, self-esteem, confidence, and building healthier day-to-day coping. Thomas emphasizes that each client is the expert on their own story and already holds important strengths, skills, and personal gifts that can be developed to meet current challenges.
He recognizes the courage it takes to reach out for support and works collaboratively to help clients identify what they want from therapy, then implement steps toward those self-identified goals and objectives. Thomas aims to offer a welcoming and supportive counseling space where clients can talk openly about fears, concerns, successes, life goals, and future ambitions while staying focused on the changes they want to make.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Thomas Bentley have?
Thomas Bentley has 4 years of experience providing therapy and professional social work support.
Is Thomas Bentley a licensed therapist?
Yes. Thomas Bentley is licensed as an LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) in Florida. License number: FL LCSW SW20093.
In which languages does Thomas Bentley provide therapy?
Thomas Bentley provides therapy in English.
Where is Thomas Bentley located?
Thomas Bentley is located in Florida.
How can I work with Thomas Bentley as my therapist?
You can work with Thomas Bentley through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, depending on what fits your needs and scheduling.
Does Thomas Bentley work with international clients?
No. Thomas Bentley does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Thomas Bentley cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Approaches that meet you where you are - online
Thomas Bentley draws from evidence-informed approaches that support practical change while keeping the client’s goals at the center of therapy. In Client-Centered Therapy, the focus is on creating a supportive space where clients can explore concerns at their own pace, clarify what matters most, and build on existing strengths - an especially helpful foundation when motivation, self-esteem, or life direction feels shaky.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a structured approach that looks at the connection between thoughts, feelings, and actions. It can help clients notice unhelpful patterns and practice new skills for coping with stress, anger, and day-to-day challenges. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) adds skill-building in areas like emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, which can be useful when feelings feel intense or relationships feel strained.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. Thomas collaborates with clients to understand their needs, goals, and preferences, then adjusts the work together so therapy feels relevant and workable over time.
Online therapy also makes it easier to stay consistent. Sessions can take place through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for busy schedules, parenting demands, or times when meeting in person is not practical.