- Addictions
- Depression
- Motivational interviewing
About Tobias
Tobias Adkins is an Ohio LPCC with 11 years of professional experience. He works with adults facing addiction, trauma and abuse, depression, anxiety, and related life stresses. Tobias also lists concerns such as relationship problems, parenting strain, ADHD, and feelings of guilt and shame among his focus areas.
He prefers straightforward conversation and practical goals. Sessions look at what's happening now and what patterns keep problems alive. He uses Client-Centered work to follow the client's lead and build trust. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy helps break down thoughts and behaviors that feed low mood and anxiety. Motivational Interviewing supports people who are ambivalent about change, especially around substance use.
Tobias draws on his years working with people who struggle with addiction and mood issues. He aims to help clients clarify what matters and find small steps that feel doable. He pays attention to stress from caregiving, adoption and foster care histories, and workplace pressures.
When guilt or shame shows up, he talks about how those feelings affect behavior and relationships. He helps people name the feeling, notice patterns, and experiment with different responses. Sessions attend to practical needs alongside emotional work.
People who prefer direct, collaborative conversations about problems and plans tend to fit his style. The next step is to complete the short matching questionnaire and schedule an initial session to discuss goals and options.
How his approaches translate to online sessions
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and following the client's concerns. In practice this means the therapist mirrors what matters most to the client and helps them set the agenda for each session. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is about identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing different behaviors to change mood and anxiety. It works well for depression, anxiety, and patterns that keep people stuck. Motivational Interviewing is a conversational style that helps people weigh options and find their own reasons to change, which is often useful for addiction and commitment issues.Finding the right mix of methods is part of the work. Tobias will collaboratively decide with the client which approaches fit best based on goals, history, and the way a client prefers to work. That means sessions can shift focus over time as needs change and new priorities emerge.
The original biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current online options before booking. In general, online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life - for example a shorter check-in during a break, a session that avoids travel time, or an option that reduces the need to arrange childcare. Licensed professionals can tailor pacing and homework to how someone lives day to day, helping therapeutic work fit into ordinary routines.
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Experience
11+ years
Listed in
Ohio
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he work with?
Tobias lists addictions, trauma and abuse, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting, ADHD, bipolar, and related stressors including guilt and shame.
How would he describe his therapeutic approach?
He combines Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Motivational Interviewing to guide conversations, address thinking patterns, and support change.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 11 years of professional experience working with people on addiction, mood, and trauma-related concerns.
What credential does he hold and where is he located?
He is an Ohio LPCC and practices in Ohio.
Does he offer sessions in other languages or internationally?
Sessions are offered in English and he is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How are costs handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to work together?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session to discuss goals and next steps.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger or thinking about harming yourself, use the crisis numbers.