- 20 years experience
- CA LMFT
- Helps with depression
About Thomas
Thomas Pugel is a licensed marriage and family therapist with 20 years of experience helping people manage stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, and depression. He speaks English and practices in California, and he welcomes international clients. He approaches clinical work with respect, sensitivity, and compassion.
In sessions he tailors conversation and the treatment plan to each person's needs. He aims for clear, practical steps that fit everyday life. He encourages people to name what feels most pressing and to set realistic goals for change.
Thomas draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address mood disorders, panic and panic attacks, post-traumatic stress, and social anxiety. He helps people break down overwhelming problems into manageable parts. He also works to strengthen coping skills and reduce symptoms that get in the way of daily routines.
He believes starting therapy takes courage and offers steady support through that process. Meetings focus on building a collaborative plan so progress can be measured and adjusted. The tone is direct but compassionate, with an emphasis on practical tools.
For new clients, he asks people to share where they are now and what they hope to change. That information guides early sessions and the shape of the treatment plan. People who want to begin can expect focused, straightforward work toward clearer mood and reduced anxiety.
In sessions he tailors conversation and the treatment plan to each person's needs. He aims for clear, practical steps that fit everyday life. He encourages people to name what feels most pressing and to set realistic goals for change.
Thomas draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address mood disorders, panic and panic attacks, post-traumatic stress, and social anxiety. He helps people break down overwhelming problems into manageable parts. He also works to strengthen coping skills and reduce symptoms that get in the way of daily routines.
He believes starting therapy takes courage and offers steady support through that process. Meetings focus on building a collaborative plan so progress can be measured and adjusted. The tone is direct but compassionate, with an emphasis on practical tools.
For new clients, he asks people to share where they are now and what they hope to change. That information guides early sessions and the shape of the treatment plan. People who want to begin can expect focused, straightforward work toward clearer mood and reduced anxiety.
This summary is based on the profile information listed on BetterHelp.