Thomas Slough, LPA

Thomas Slough brings more than four decades of clinical experience to his counseling work in Texas. He began his career at MHMR where he developed skills in both individual and family therapy before moving into private practice with a focus on abuse and trauma, as well as depression, anxiety, anger management and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). Over the years he has provided diagnosis and treatment for more than 100 Vietnam veterans and 10 Desert Storm veterans, and he has worked with adult and child survivors of physical, sexual and emotional abuse. He also provides counseling services to the local public school system, supporting students with an Emotional Disability, Autism and Other Health Impairment (OHI).

His work is grounded in trustful communication and a collaborative therapeutic relationship. He favors a Cognitive Behavioral approach - commonly called CBT - which helps clients identify and change patterns of thinking and behavior that contribute to distress. At the same time he recognizes that processing strong emotions is sometimes necessary for healing and long-term change, and he integrates trauma-focused techniques when appropriate. Clients often do best when they sense someone is truly in their corner.

Thomas has navigated his own blended family life for many years and has been married for 40 years. His wife is Mexican-American, which informs his sensitivity to multicultural issues. As a parent and grandparent he brings practical understanding of the challenges facing families today. He holds the LPA credential, which stands for Licensed Psychological Associate.