About

Linda Thomas is a clinical social worker practicing in Charleston, South Carolina. She earned her Master of Social Work from Florida State University and completed internships with the Public Defender’s Office, where she represented homeless individuals living with schizophrenia, and at an addictions and detox facility.

Over a career spanning more than 30 years, she has supported people facing a wide range of life challenges and psychiatric illnesses. In the early 1990s she helped launch one of the first HIV support groups in Atlanta, demonstrating an early commitment to community-based care.

Her work has included contracting assignments for the Department of Defense, providing services to active duty military on bases in Germany, Norway, and Greenland. In Charleston she has also worked with the university hospital emergency department conducting psychiatric assessments.

She practices as a licensed independent clinical social worker with clinical practice privileges in South Carolina (SC LISW-CP 5667), bringing decades of experience to assessments and treatment across a variety of clinical settings.

Location:
South Carolina, United States
Years Experience:
30
Gender:
Female
Languages Spoken:
English
Therapist of Color:
No
Communication Options:
Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging

Specialties

Primary area of focus:Addictions, Coping with life changes, Depression, Relationship, Relationship, Stress, Anxiety
Other areas of experience: Anger, Bipolar, Career, Caregiver issues and stress, Codependency, Control issues, Divorce, Eating, Family, Forgiveness, Grief, HIV / AIDS, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Infidelity, Intimacy-related issues, Isolation / loneliness, LGBT, Life purpose, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Parenting, Personality disorders, Self esteem, Separation, Smoking, Social anxiety and phobia, Trauma and abuse, Vaping, Women’s issues, Workplace issues
Therapeutic approach:Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy

Credentials & Verification

  • Credentials: SC LISW-CP 5667
  • NPI Number: 1124097753
  • License: LISW-CP (South Carolina) #5667 exp 2026-12-31

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How much experience does Linda Thomas have?

Linda Thomas has 30 years of experience providing therapy and clinical services.

Is Linda Thomas a licensed therapist?

Yes. Linda Thomas is a licensed independent clinical social worker practicing in South Carolina, holding clinical practice privileges as SC LISW-CP 5667.

In which languages does Linda Thomas provide therapy?

Linda Thomas provides therapy in English.

Where is Linda Thomas located?

Linda Thomas is located in South Carolina, based in Charleston.

How can I work with Linda Thomas as my therapist?

You can work with Linda Thomas by phone, video, live chat, or messaging.

Does Linda Thomas work with international clients?

Yes, Linda Thomas does work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Linda Thomas cost?

Costs can vary based on location and the therapist’s availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time for any reason. For current pricing and details, click the ‘Start Therapy’ button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is straightforward: click the ‘Start Therapy’ button and complete a short questionnaire to help match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.