Tom is a Licensed Psychologist who has provided individual, couples, and group counseling and therapy since 1986.  He received his Masters degree in Community Counseling from Minnesota State University in Mankato, MN.  With a background in management, personal and business coaching, and teaching,  he now practices primarily in Minneapolis, MN. 

In addition to his Tuesday night Group for Men and Women, Tom sees clients individually, supervises mental health professionals, and teaches classes on many topics, including assertiveness, reducing anxiety, handling change, and optimism.  His most recent class, Your Happiness Project, combines elements from some of his favorites: Positive Psychology, Emotional Intelligence, Resilience Theory, Mindfulness Training, and more. 

"Tom and I collaborated on wellness events for students at the Minneapolis College of Art and Design.  Through trial and variety, we developed a series of events and projects that engaged students and brought serious wellness awareness.  And they were fun.  So was working with Tom! He is truly a joy.  And as an advisor to students, I heard many times how loved he was and how grateful students were about his presence on campus.  I too am grateful, for in working with him as a colleague, we developed a wonderful friendship; always something to be thankful for!"     ~Elizabeth Van Dam, former coworker and collaborator

A fan of lifelong learning, Tom has studied crisis response, EMDR, and Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy.  He has also studied Buddhism for over 15  years, which informs both his work and the way he lives his life.  While he enjoys working with all types of people, he finds a special place in his heart for those with active spiritual lives, creative individuals, and members and allies of the gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender communities.

Tom is also an enthusiastic and vibrant volunteer.  Here are a few organizations to which he has donated time:

• Midwest Meditation and Psychotherapy Institute http://mindfulnesstherapy.weebly.com/
• Rainbow Families http://www.familyequality.org/
• Minnesota's Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender & Allied Mental Health Providers' Network http://www.lgbttherapists.org/
• Rosetown Playhouse Community Theater http://rosetownplayhouse.org/home/
• Compassionate Ocean Dharma Center http://www.oceandharma.org/
• Sunray Meditation Society http://www.sunray.org/
• Shir Tikvah Congregation  http://www.shirtikvah.net/

Beginning in late September, 2010, Tom will be volunteering with the University of Minnesota's Center for Spirituality & Healing, helping lead a Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction course. http://www.csh.umn.edu/programs/Mindfulness_Based_Stress_Reduction_MBSR/...

Resumé

Professional Psychotherapy Experience

Licensed Psychologist Private Practice
July 2000 to Present
Minneapolis, MN

Senior Counseling Psychologist
January 2001 to August 2010
Minneapolis College of Art and Design
Minneapolis, MN

Licensed Psychologist
July 1997 to July 2000
Associated Clinic of Psychology
Minneapolis, MN

Counseling Psychologist
January 1998 to June 1999
Carleton College
Northfield, MN

Licensed Therapist
December 1991 to June 1997
Allina Behavioral Health Services
Minneapolis, MN

Employee Assistance Counselor
January 1991 to December 1991
Metropolitan Clinic of Counseling
Edina, MN

Employee Assistance Counselor
April 1989 to January 1991
Control Data Corporation
Bloomington, MN

Mental Health Counselor
August 1988 to May 1990
Hamline University
Saint Paul, MN

Mental Health Counselor
September 1986 to May 1988
University of Wisconsin, Stevens Point
Stevens Point, WI

Education

Two-Year Post-Graduate Training Program
Gestalt Institute of the Twin Cities, 1992
Minneapolis, Minnesota

Master of Science
Counseling and Student Personnel, 1986
Minnesota State University, Mankato
Mankato, Minnesota

Bachelor of Science
Communications Arts and Sciences, 1984
Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, Michigan