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Online therapist

Thomas Crepeau

Practical support for life transitions and grief

Credentials
LMSW
Experience
10 years
Licensed in
Michigan
Languages
English
Format
Online sessions

About Thomas

Thomas Crepeau brings ten years of professional experience to his work as a licensed master social worker. He practices in Michigan and focuses on helping people who feel stuck, want change, or need support through painful life moments. Tom uses straightforward talk therapy to teach coping skills and to help people name and share difficult feelings.

He often helps with grief and loss and with challenges around bipolar disorder. He also supports people dealing with changes in life, trouble with focus and attention, sleep problems, stress, anxiety, depression, and career concerns.

Background and approach

Hospice and end-of-life counseling are additional areas he addresses. Tom uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, a practical method that looks at thoughts and behaviors and how they affect feelings. Sessions aim to identify patterns, try new responses, and build simple tools that fit daily life.

He keeps sessions focused and practical while staying attentive to each persons pace. In the therapy room he works to create an open space where clients can speak honestly without judgment. He offers guidance, a listening presence, and concrete strategies to manage symptoms and everyday stress.

The work is collaborative and paced to each persons needs. Tom frames progress as small, steady steps rather than instant fixes. He helps people practice new skills between sessions and adjusts approaches when needed.

The goal is to help clients feel more able to manage challenges and make clearer choices about their next steps.

Using CBT and online care to manage change

Thomas Crepeau uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy as a main method. CBT looks at the link between thoughts, feelings, and actions. It helps people spot unhelpful thinking and try small changes to improve mood and daily functioning, which can be useful for anxiety, depression, sleep issues, and managing bipolar symptoms.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Tom will work with each person to decide which strategies fit their needs and goals. He adjusts methods over time and helps clients practice skills between sessions so progress feels practical and steady.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These formats make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules and to keep working when travel or life demands make in-person visits hard. The range of formats supports different communication styles and lets people continue therapy in ways that work best for them.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

CBT looks at the link between what you think, how you feel, and what you do. You work on noticing unhelpful patterns and practising steadier responses. It suits online sessions well, because much of the work happens between appointments and can be talked through from anywhere.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does he help with?
He works with grief, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, ADHD, stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and intimacy-related issues, sleep problems, career concerns, coaching needs, and compassion fatigue. He also offers hospice and end-of-life counseling.
What is his therapeutic style like?
He uses talk therapy with a practical, down-to-earth approach. Sessions focus on teaching coping skills, naming feelings, and trying workable strategies in daily life.
How much experience does he have?
He has ten years of professional experience working in clinical settings and with people facing grief, mood conditions, attention concerns, and major life transitions.
What credentials and location are listed?
He is a licensed master social worker - LMSW - licensed in Michigan with licence number MI LMSW 6801094223.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different communication preferences.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button and completing a short matching questionnaire. Then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

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Experience
10 years
Licensed
Michigan
Languages
English

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