Barbara Thomas , LMSW, LISW

Barbara Thomas is a licensed social worker practicing in Ohio and Michigan with 33 years of professional experience. She holds the credentials LMSW and LISW - Licensed Master Social Worker and Licensed Independent Social Worker - and has spent decades supporting people facing stress, anxiety, relationship struggles, grief, depression, and challenges with concentration and memory. Her practice also addresses issues such as ADHD, caregiver stress, communication difficulties, divorce and separation, substance use concerns, feelings of guilt and shame, end-of-life and hospice matters, isolation, life purpose, panic attacks, self-love, and social anxiety.

Barbara emphasizes a collaborative, nonjudgmental approach that helps clients explore thoughts and emotions in a respectful setting. She works with each person to build practical coping skills, strengthen relationships, and find ways to manage everyday challenges so they can move toward a more fulfilling, balanced life. Seeking help is an act of courage, and Barbara aims to support and empower clients through the change process, meeting them where they are and tailoring care to their individual needs and goals.

She provides services in English and is currently accepting clients in Ohio, offering flexible options to connect and begin the work of healing and growth.

Evidence-Based Techniques and Flexible Online Care

Barbara uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help people manage stress, anxiety, and relationship difficulties. One common approach focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking and building practical coping skills to reduce anxiety and improve mood - these strategies help with daily stress, panic symptoms, and concentration challenges. Another approach centers on processing grief and loss while developing healthy ways to navigate strong emotions and rebuild routines - this work supports people facing bereavement, end-of-life concerns, and complicated grief.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process, and Barbara collaborates with each client to determine what fits best. She tailors interventions to a person’s goals, preferences, and life circumstances so therapy feels purposeful and useful rather than one-size-fits-all.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to engage through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to schedule sessions around work, caregiving, and daily life. These options allow clients in Ohio to access consistent, ongoing support without sacrificing convenience, helping maintain momentum between meetings and apply new skills in real time.