Thomas Floyd
Experienced clinician guiding practical change
MD, LCSW-C, LICSW Maryland
- Experience
- 46 years in practice
- Focus areas
- Stress, Anxiety, Grief, Depression
- Approaches
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
- Languages
- English
About Thomas
Thomas Floyd is a seasoned mental health professional licensed in Maryland and the District of Columbia with 46 years of clinical experience.
Background and approach
He focuses on common and complex concerns such as stress, anxiety, grief and loss, depression, motivation and self-esteem, as well as a broad range of related issues including addictions, relationship and family difficulties, trauma, intimacy concerns, eating and sleeping problems, ADHD, and caregiver stress. His background supports work across many life transitions and chronic challenges.
Thomas approaches care with an emphasis on openness and respect, encouraging clients to share thoughts and feelings without fear of judgment. He incorporates evidence-informed methods including cognitive behavioral techniques, client-centered principles, mindfulness practices, motivational interviewing, and narrative strategies to tailor work to each person's needs.
He emphasizes collaboration and practical skills alongside exploration of meaning and personal narratives. Clients can expect a steady, experienced presence aimed at helping them identify goals, build coping strategies, and move toward more satisfying daily life.
Thomas offers sessions through multiple remote formats and works with English-speaking adults in Maryland who choose to seek his support.
Evidence-Informed Approaches and Online Care
Thomas Floyd uses cognitive behavioral techniques and client-centered methods to help clients identify unhelpful thinking patterns, develop practical coping skills, and clarify personal goals. CBT focuses on the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and is useful for anxiety, depression, and stress-related problems. Client-centered therapy emphasizes a respectful, empathetic stance that supports self-exploration and personal growth.He also integrates mindfulness practices to help clients cultivate present-moment awareness and reduce reactivity; these practices can complement cognitive and client-centered work for stress, emotion regulation, and coping with chronic issues. Choosing the right blend of approaches is a collaborative process - the therapist will work with each person to determine which methods best fit their needs, goals, and preferences over time.
Online therapy is offered through multiple formats including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, which can make it easier to fit sessions into busy lives and maintain continuity of care during life changes. These options allow flexibility in how people engage with therapy while working with a licensed professional to address their concerns.
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Experience
46+ years
Licensed
Maryland, District of Columbia
Languages
English