Tom Gozinske, LPC, LMHC

Tom Gozinske is a licensed professional counselor (LPC) and a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) practicing in Wisconsin. He has seven years of experience helping people manage stress, anxiety, trauma, grief, anger, and related concerns. Tom aims to make the first step easier by offering a calm, nonjudgmental space to begin talking about hard things.

He focuses on practical, straightforward conversations that help people clarify what matters to them. Sessions emphasize honest listening and gentle guidance rather than lectures. Motivational Interviewing is one approach he uses to help people find their own reasons to change and stay motivated.

Tom works with issues such as addiction, relationship struggles, depression, bipolar disorder, ADHD, low self-esteem, and caregiver stress. He also helps people facing life transitions, abandonment concerns, communication problems, and the emotional aftermath of divorce or separation. His background includes helping people process trauma and compassion fatigue as well.

In sessions, Tom aims to break problems into manageable steps. He helps set small goals and tracks progress in ways that feel realistic. He avoids clinical jargon and focuses on everyday language so people can use what they learn between appointments.

People meet with him to talk through difficult feelings and to build coping skills. He practices in Wisconsin and conducts sessions in English. Before booking, confirm current session formats and scheduling options so they match your needs.

How Motivational Interviewing Shapes Online Care

Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative way of talking that helps people find personal reasons to change. It focuses on listening, asking open questions, and highlighting a person’s strengths to increase their motivation and commitment. This approach suits challenges like addiction, low motivation, or when someone feels stuck and unsure what to try next.

Tom uses conversational, goal-oriented methods to help clients set and reach small steps. He works together with each person to choose approaches that fit their goals and daily life. Figuring out the best way to work is a team effort, and adjustments are made as needs or priorities change.

The biography does not list specific online session formats, so confirm which options are available before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It can also help people keep continuity in care while managing work, caregiving, or other daily demands. Licensed professionals can tailor session pacing and focus to fit what works best for each person.