Dr. Timothy Tobin, LPC, LCMHC
Experienced clinician for complex life issues
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At a glance
- Listed location
- Utah
- Experience
- 30+ years
- Credentials
- LPC, LCMHC
- Languages
- English
- License (New Hampshire)
- LCMHC · No. 641
- License (Pennsylvania)
- LPC · No. PC006940
- License (Utah)
- LCMHC · No. 341907-6004
- NPI
- 1467578021
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- Anxiety and depression
- Addictions and compulsions
- Aging focused support
About Timothy
He has long experience helping people who struggle with compulsive behaviors and substance use. He also supports those coping with trauma, loss, and questions of meaning or faith. He understands that some experiences are hard to explain and can be unsettling, and he offers space to talk through them without judgment.
In sessions he uses grounded, practical methods. He draws on client-centered work to follow what matters most to each person. He also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy tools to identify patterns and teach coping skills.
People who come to him for help often need someone steady and direct. He aims to make goals concrete, whether that means managing anxiety, working through grief, or addressing addictive behaviors. He pays attention to how life stage and aging can alter priorities and coping strategies.
Dr. Tobin emphasizes straightforward conversation and collaborative planning. He helps clients set small, doable steps and checks progress along the way. If you want to begin, confirm current session options and scheduling before booking.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
30+ years
Credentials
New Hampshire, Pennsylvania, Utah
Languages
English
How his approaches shape online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and following what matters most to the person. In practice this means the therapist reflects what you say and helps you steer sessions toward your goals. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors interact and teaches practical tools to change unhelpful patterns. That approach is often used for anxiety, depression, and many stress-related problems. Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, emphasizes emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal skills. Those skills can help with strong emotional reactions and impulsive behaviors.Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will talk with you about your needs, goals, and preferences and then suggest which methods to try. That decision is collaborative and can change as therapy progresses.
Session logistics were not specified in the biography, so confirm the available formats before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. It also lets therapy continue across locations for international clients. The emphasis is on making sessions workable and relevant to daily life rather than on any single delivery method.
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he work with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, trauma, grief, relationship and intimacy issues, parenting concerns, ADHD, and many other life challenges including aging and geriatric issues.
What is his therapeutic style like?
His style is client-centered and practical, focusing on clear goals, coping skills, and direct discussion of difficult experiences.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He brings 30 years of professional experience working with a wide range of concerns including compulsive behaviors, trauma, and mood disorders.
What credentials and region are listed?
He lists LPC and LCMHC credentials and practices from Utah while also holding licensure in Pennsylvania and New Hampshire.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English, and he is open to working with international clients.
What session formats are available?
Session formats were not specified in the biography; please confirm current session options before booking.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist arrangements; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to therapist availability.