- Addictions help
- Life purpose
- CBT and client-centered
About Tobias
Tobias Adkins is an Ohio LPCC - Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor - with 11 years of experience supporting adults through difficult life changes. He works with people who are dealing with addictions, trauma, depression, anxiety, stress, and struggles with self-esteem. He also helps those questioning their life purpose after major shifts in work, relationships, or health.
His style centers on open conversation and practical steps. Sessions focus on clear goals and skills that can be used between meetings. Tobias uses clients' own priorities to guide what comes next rather than imposing a fixed plan.
He commonly draws on Client-Centered Therapy to keep the conversation focused on the person in front of him. He also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help identify unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns. Motivational Interviewing is part of his approach when people want to change habits like substance use.
In sessions Tobias listens for what matters most and uses questions and exercises to test small changes. He helps people break big problems into manageable next steps. That can include coping skills, communication practice, or short experiments to reduce anxiety or cravings.
People who are unsure what to do next after a breakup, job change, health event, or becoming a parent often seek his help. His work also covers adoption and foster care concerns, caregiver stress, workplace issues, and first responder challenges. He offers straightforward guidance for people trying to find direction without overcomplicating the process.
How his approaches translate to online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and following the client's lead. Online sessions keep the conversation focused on personal goals and current priorities, letting the person guide which issues to address first.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy helps identify patterns in thinking and behavior. In online sessions this often means reviewing recent situations, trying short in-session exercises, and assigning brief practice tasks to use between meetings.
Motivational Interviewing supports change talk and resolving mixed feelings about behavior change. It works well when someone wants to reduce substance use, change routines, or build healthier habits and prefers a collaborative, nonconfrontational method.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work. Tobias will discuss goals, preferences, and what has or hasn't helped in the past, then try methods that fit those needs. This is a collaborative process where approach and pace are adjusted over time.
Session logistics should be confirmed before booking since specific formats are not listed here. Online work can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when that suits a schedule. Confirm which session formats are offered when you pick your appointment.
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Experience
11+ years
Listed in
Ohio
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he address?
He works with addictions, trauma and abuse, depression, anxiety, and stress. Additional focus areas include parenting, workplace issues, adoption and foster care, and life purpose.
How would he approach feeling stuck or directionless?
He starts by listening to what matters most and then sets small, testable steps. Techniques come from client-centered conversations, CBT, and motivational interviewing to find practical next moves.
How much experience does he have?
He has 11 years of professional experience working with adults on a range of concerns including addictions and mood issues.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He holds the LPCC credential and practices in Ohio as an Ohio LPCC.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the U.S. work with him?
He is not currently accepting international clients; sessions are provided to clients based in his licensed region.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing is provided during sign-up.
What is the first step to begin working together?
Choose the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session to get started.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.