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Thomas Kaufman, LPC

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Thomas is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

4.5 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Thomas. View 21 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Wisconsin

Recent reviews

I plan on sticking with Dr. Kaufman for as long as possible. I’ve finally found a therapist that not only listens to my concerns but actively supports me and helps me find ways to manage my stress and depression in these difficult times. Dr. Kaufman makes me feel very comfortable opening up to him and when I make last minute changes to my schedule he doesn’t make me feel any negative way which is a huge deal for me as my schedule is always changing. I highly recommend him to anyone that I know that is struggling!

Reviewed November 2024

Tom has helped me turn my life around! He is great!

Reviewed November 2024

More about Thomas

  • 6 years' experience
  • Male
  • LPC

Hello! My name is Thomas Kaufman, and I am an LPC working out of Madison, WI. For the past 20 years, I have worked with families, couples, adults, and adolescents. Using cognitive-behavioral theory with narrative techniques, I help empower clients to explore areas within their lives that present challenges and inhibit change, and assist them with finding solutions that will work for them. However, I also believe that the therapeutic relationship is a vital component within any program, which means that I believe that any work needs to be collaborative between myself and my clients. I am certified to deliver trauma-focused treatments as well as providing services to help manage stress and anxiety.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Relationship issues Trauma and abuse Self esteem Coping with life changes Addictions LGBT Family conflicts Grief Intimacy-related issues Parenting issues Anger management Career difficulties Bipolar disorder Depression Coaching Compassion fatigue ADHD Attachment issues Blended family issues Communication problems Coping with natural or human-caused disaster Divorce and separation Family problems Fatherhood issues Forgiveness Men's issues Post-traumatic stress

Treatment Approaches

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Gottman Method
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Narrative Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Thomas Kaufman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1821366899.

  • LPC · Wisconsin · 5311-125 · Expires February 2025

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.

Reviews for Thomas Kaufman

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

4.5

21 reviews

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Clients mention: Great Helped Helpful Recommend Amazing Comfortable Easy Anxiety Empathetic Excellent

I plan on sticking with Dr. Kaufman for as long as possible. I’ve finally found a therapist that not only listens to my concerns but actively supports me and helps me find ways to manage my stress and depression in these difficult times. Dr. Kaufman makes me feel very comfortable opening up to him and when I make last minute changes to my schedule he doesn’t make me feel any negative way which is a huge deal for me as my schedule is always changing. I highly recommend him to anyone that I know that is struggling!

Reviewed November 2024

Tom has helped me turn my life around! He is great!

Reviewed November 2024

Thomas has an ability to reframe anything, and pushes me to reconsider my assumptions. He has provided me with tools to better handle my emotional world and I look forward to our meetings with excitement.

Reviewed July 2020

Great

Reviewed September 2023

Thomas Kaufman, is a great guy. Easy to talk to with some wicked awesome perspectives! Thankful to have found him!

Reviewed June 2023

He has been great. He has helped me open my eyes to realize I have had inside of me the whole time to be better!

Reviewed June 2023

Kaufman is able to match the temperament but stay in control- helpful advice based upon my personal lifestyle- easy to relate his words to my activities and thought process-

Reviewed January 2023

Thomas was great. He was kind, compassionate, empathetic. I thought he was wonderful.

Reviewed January 2023

Very helpful and provides great perspective

Reviewed January 2023

Thank you for your help.

Reviewed November 2022

Thomas is an excellent therapist. After 2 years of pandemic lockdowns I became quite isolated and disconnected. He helped me get out of my head and reconnect with others. Along the way I worked through issues stemming from intense childhood trauma, and figured out how to live in the present with far less anxiety than I had before our sessions began. The best part is that Thomas is non-judgmental and it never feels like he's giving you orders. Instead he helps plant seeds. He asks you questions that get your brain going. Ultimately this leads you to find the answers yourself, and figure out what steps you can take to achieve your goals. From there it is up to you to put in the work. Each week it felt like I was taking baby steps in the right direction. It didn't take long for small victories to become big ones. Rather than focusing solely on psychological concepts, Thomas also brings in narratives, metaphors, and archetypes to help guide you through the process. Instead of going through life as a victim you can become the hero in your own story. After 3 months of sessions my quality of life has drastically improved. The difference is night and day. If you have a chance to work with Thomas I highly recommend it!

Reviewed November 2022

Thomas is very good and thinking outside of the box to get me to be able to view things in a way I hadn't before. I appreciate that.

Reviewed July 2022

Best therapist

Reviewed April 2022

I have been seeing Thomas Kaufman for several months and have found it extremely helpful for my day to day life. He has worked with me to show me the strengths that I bring to face the challenges that pop up in day to day life. Having this outlet to be able to share and get feedback has been invaluable!

Reviewed January 2022

Thomas is an amazing listener. I talk a lot because of aniexty and he is able to pull out my point and ask questions or offer perspective.

Reviewed January 2022

I've said it before and I'll (continue to) say it again - Dr. Kaufman changed my life. I've made a complete 180 with my life with his help, my thought process has completely changed in a positive way, my lifestyle is different, I feel like a new person.

Reviewed September 2021

Mr. Kaufman is extremely knowledgeable and helpful.

Reviewed September 2021

Thomas is so good at picking up on my aniexty even when talking to him. He will gently remind me that he is not judging me. He also helped me come out of my shell quickly and gained trust with him on session 2. Some of my friends think it’s ironic that I choose a middle aged male as my therapist but I think we work well together!

Reviewed August 2021

Thomas is always such a good listener, and completely non-judgemental. I feel truly safe sharing my thoughts and feelings with him. He always does an amazing job at reframing situations I bring to him, and his perspective is refreshing. He seems to have a knack for finding just the angle I need to keep myself moving forward. I would highly recommend speaking with Thomas.

Reviewed August 2021

For the first time in 14 years, I’ve found a therapist that I trust, that I am completely comfortable with opening up to, he speaks to me in a way that I understand and makes the healing process really exciting and motivating - I share with my boyfriend what I had learned during my session with Thomas, he has actually helped so much already and I’ve been working with him for about 3 weeks. He supports me and challenges me and lets me talk about anything. I’d give him a hundred stars if I could!!

Reviewed January 2021

Thomas is an active listener. His counseling is compassionate and to-the-point. He has helped me reach understanding about important matters in my life.

Reviewed July 2020

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Frequently asked questions

Does Thomas Kaufman offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Thomas Kaufman works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Thomas Kaufman speak?

Thomas Kaufman speaks English.

How many years of experience does Thomas Kaufman have?

Thomas Kaufman has 6 years of experience.

Where is Thomas Kaufman licensed to practice?

Thomas Kaufman is licensed to practice in Wisconsin.

Does Thomas Kaufman accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Thomas Kaufman does not accept clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Thomas Kaufman offer?

Thomas Kaufman offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Gottman Method, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Thomas Kaufman?

Thomas Kaufman can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Thomas Kaufman?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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