- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Mindfulness practices
- Conversational style
About Theodore
Theodore Swanson is an Indiana-licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) with seven years of clinical experience. He works with people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, self-esteem struggles, and anger. He also helps those facing addictions, grief, trauma, parenting pressures, and intimacy concerns.
Theodore uses a relaxed, conversational style in sessions. He favors Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and blends in mindfulness and psychodynamic ideas when useful. Sessions involve practical talk, skills practice, and attention to how thoughts and patterns affect daily behavior.
He aims to make work on difficult feelings feel straightforward. Conversations focus on what’s happening now and what small changes could make life easier. He often helps people spot thinking traps, test new behaviors, and build steadier routines.
When relationship problems or anger come up, he looks at communication habits and the emotions that drive reactions. For addiction or substance concerns he addresses triggers, coping strategies, and relapse prevention in clear steps. For grief or trauma he balances present coping with understanding past influences.
People who prefer a calm, conversational approach may find his style helpful. He works in English and practices in Indiana. To begin, visitors follow the site’s online steps to match and schedule a first session.
How his approaches shape online sessions
CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing new behaviors. It helps with anxiety, anger, mood problems, and habits that get in the way of daily life. Mindfulness Therapy trains attention to the present moment and offers simple practices to reduce reactivity and stress.Choosing an approach is a shared process. Theodore will work with each person to decide which methods fit their needs and goals. He combines techniques as needed and adjusts the plan based on how a person responds over time.
Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm current online options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week and reduce travel time. Some formats are better for short check-ins, while others allow more in-depth conversational work or guided mindfulness exercises. The therapist will discuss practical details and help choose a format that matches scheduling needs and the kind of work a person wants to do.
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Experience
7+ years
Listed in
Indiana
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he commonly address?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, self-esteem problems, anger, addictions, grief, trauma, parenting and intimacy issues.
What is his therapeutic style like?
His style is laid back and conversational. He mixes practical skills work with reflective discussion.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has seven years of professional therapy experience plus additional years in mental health work before licensure.
What credential and location should I expect?
He is an LMHC licensed in Indiana and practices in that state.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the US work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are costs handled for sessions?
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to begin working together?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session through the site.