Tyler Thomas, LPCC, NCC
Licensed Mental Health Therapist
Tyler Thomas is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in Ohio and a National Certified Counselor. Tyler provides counseling for children, adolescents, and adults, supporting concerns such as emotional regulation, stress management, behavioral concerns, anxiety, depression, ADHD, social issues, and major life transitions.
Tyler’s approach is person-centered, collaborative, and focused on understanding each client as a whole individual. Therapy may include evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, and Reality Therapy to support education, coping skills, wellness, and meaningful change.
Quick Provider Details
Areas of Focus:
Emotional regulation, stress management, behavioral concerns, anxiety, depression, ADHD, social issues in children and adolescents, major life transitions, coping skills, and overall wellness
Therapy Approaches and Training:
Person-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Reality Therapy, psychoeducation, healthy coping skills, and wellness-focused support
Ages Served: children, adolescence, and adults ges 5 to 50
Appointment Options: In-person and telehealth available
Primary Services: Individual counseling for children, adolescents, and adults
About Tyler Thomas
Tyler Thomas, LPCC, NCC, is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in Ohio and a National Certified Counselor. Tyler earned a Bachelor of Science in Applied Psychology from Coppin State University in 2017 and a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from The Johns Hopkins University in 2019.
Tyler is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision at The University of Toledo, continuing to expand clinical knowledge, training, and expertise in the counseling field.
Tyler’s clinical journey began with an internship at the Progressive Life Center: Adolescent Clubhouse in Baltimore, Maryland, where Tyler co-facilitated psychoeducational groups for at-risk youth ages 12 to 18. This experience provided hands-on practice applying counseling theories and skills in a real-world setting.
Tyler later worked as a school-based therapist with Balance Point Wellness, providing individual counseling to elementary and middle school-aged children. Tyler also gained experience in telehealth counseling with adults during the pandemic and later interned at the University of Toledo Counseling Center, supporting young adults ages 18 to 25 from diverse backgrounds.
Outside of clinical work, Tyler enjoys crocheting during the winter, creating blankets, hats, scarves, and stuffed animals. In spring and summer, Tyler enjoys spending time outdoors, walking, roller skating, and traveling back to Maryland to spend quality time with family.
Areas of Focus
Tyler provides counseling for children, adolescents, and adults navigating emotional, behavioral, social, and life adjustment concerns, including:
- Emotional regulation
- Stress management
- Behavioral concerns
- Anxiety
- Depression
- ADHD
- Major life transitions
- Social issues in children and adolescents
- Healthy coping skills
- Overall wellness and personal growth
Tyler’s Approach to Therapy
Tyler’s approach to therapy is grounded in a person-centered perspective and emphasizes the collaborative nature of the therapeutic relationship. Tyler views each client as a whole individual with unique needs and tailors the counseling process to meet those needs.
Tyler uses evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, and Reality Therapy. These approaches can help clients better understand emotional and behavioral patterns, identify practical steps forward, and build skills that support healthier functioning.
Tyler believes that through education, healthy coping skills, and appropriate support, individuals can feel empowered to improve their overall wellness and navigate emotional, behavioral, social, and life-stage challenges more effectively.
Support for Children, Adolescents, and Adults
Tyler’s experience includes work with at-risk youth, elementary and middle school-aged children, young adults, and adults receiving telehealth counseling. This background helps Tyler support clients across different developmental stages and life circumstances.
For children and adolescents, therapy may focus on emotional regulation, behavioral concerns, school-related stress, social challenges, ADHD, coping skills, and communication. For adults and young adults, therapy may focus on stress management, anxiety, depression, identity development, transitions, relationships, and overall wellness.
Tyler May Be a Good Fit For Clients Who…
Are children, adolescents, young adults, or adults navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, behavioral concerns, emotional regulation, stress, social challenges, or major life transitions.
Want a therapist who is collaborative, person-centered, supportive, and focused on each client’s unique needs and goals.
May benefit from CBT, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Reality Therapy, psychoeducation, healthy coping skills, and wellness-focused support.
Are looking for a therapist with experience in youth counseling, school-based therapy, telehealth counseling, college counseling, and support for diverse client backgrounds.
Education, Credentials, and Experience
Tyler Thomas is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in Ohio and a National Certified Counselor. Tyler earned a Bachelor of Science in Applied Psychology from Coppin State University in 2017 and a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from The Johns Hopkins University in 2019.
Tyler is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision at The University of Toledo. Clinical experience includes psychoeducational group work with at-risk youth, school-based counseling with elementary and middle school-aged children, telehealth counseling with adults, and counseling center work with young adults from diverse backgrounds.
Since becoming licensed in Ohio in 2021, Tyler has continued serving clients and families while supporting emotional regulation, stress management, social concerns, behavioral concerns, life transitions, anxiety, depression, and ADHD.
- Bachelor of Science in Applied Psychology, Coppin State University
- Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, The Johns Hopkins University
- Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in Ohio
- National Certified Counselor
- Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision in progress, The University of Toledo
- Experience with at-risk youth, elementary and middle school-aged children, young adults, adults, and families
- Experience in psychoeducational groups, school-based counseling, telehealth counseling, and university counseling center settings
- Therapy approaches include Person-Centered Therapy, CBT, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, and Reality Therapy
Request an Appointment With Tyler Thomas
If you are interested in working with Tyler Thomas, you can request an appointment through Toledo Counseling & Mental Health. Our team can help review availability, insurance, appointment type, and whether Tyler’s counseling services may be an appropriate fit for your needs.