Thomas Buckner, IL | Mind Diagnostics

Licensed

Online Counseling

(70 reviews)

Thomas Buckner

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

Mental health conditions are real, common and treatable.

And recovery is possible.

Thomas Buckner is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

More about me

Years in Practice: 10 State: Illinois

I am licensed in Illinois with 10 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with trauma and abuse, anger management, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & bipolar disorder. My practice style is interactive with a strength-focused that involves active participation. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. “My practice hours are 6am - 6:30pm Monday - Thursday, Friday 6am-12pm and 2pm - 5pm Sunday. I generally can respond at least once per morning and once per evening, sometimes more! You can also book a live session with me ahead of time. Please remember that Better Help (or specialty site!) is not appropriate if you are in crisis or in immediate need of support. In crisis situations, please call 911 or local emergency services. You can also call 1-800-273-TALK (8255) to talk to someone right away! I will check my messages several times a day Monday thru Sunday and I will reach to you within 24 hours. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

About online counseling

Online counseling allows you to receive care from an online mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.

Issues: Trauma and abuse Anger management Self esteem Bipolar disorder Depression Stress Anxiety Addictions LGBT Relationship issues Family conflicts Career difficulties Coping with life changes Coaching Compassion fatigue ADHD
Languages Spoken: English

Services offered

Professional, confidential, and judgment-free

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I respect Mr. Buckner opinion and professionalism. He listen comprehensively and creates a judgement free atmosphere.

He’s an amazing person and we talk about alot of different things

Thomas is not only a thoughtful listener, but he challenges me to think in ways I previously wasn't, focus on the things I can control and be present. I look forward to our chats weekly.

He is very professional and punctual, his encouragement and input allow for emotional and mental assistance on both a person-to-person bases, but also the ability to help oneself when not in session through lessons and self help guides. Would absolutely recommend.

I’ve been seeing Thomas for about six 6 months now. He’s been able to work with me through a difficult situation and have felt more secure about certain decisions that had to made. Thomas is a compassionate and kind therapist. His recommendations are always timely. I recommend him to others.

Dr. Thomas is extremely thoughtful and patient. I highly recommend him.

Thomas has been an immense resource for me during one of the darkest periods of my life. I am very grateful to have him guiding me through my healing.

He’s awesome

Thomas is a very compassionate and caring therapist. He has a way to interpret my issues and convey his thoughts about it and how to best resolve it. I highly recommend Thomas.

While procrastinating even therapy, Dr.Buckner continued to reach out to make sure i was okay. I would recommend him to anyone with the same issues i have.

Thomas always responds in a timely manner, is supportive, kind, and helps me focus on the positive. I appreciate that he is always responsive and willing to support me.

A true professional ! Awesome ! etc.

He's a natural, just talking to him calms me down. Thomas is kind and understanding and knows how to help me with my life concerns and issues. He has been a huge asset to me this year during a turbulent time in my life. I highly recommend him!

Thomas is helpful, and helps nudge me in the right way improving things in a “incremental” fashion.

Thomas Buckner is an amazing Therapist. His listening skills are epic!

Thomas is great, always reminds me go focus on the now, be present in my day

Mr. Bucknor is an excellent individual, he's great at listening and recommending ways where one can improve depending on their strengths and areas of concern. He has helped me being more confident about myself and help me on my journey to being my aunthentic self. Greatly recommend to anyone interested in having an effective therapist.

Thomas has exceeded my expectations. I'm healthier in all aspects of life and more mentally sound than ever because of his help..

He's like an great, wise ol'bear who knows ancient secrets and I love it so much

Thomas is a very compassionate and empathetic person. He's honest about goals and flexible with his time. He's a great person.

He listens to me everything I open my mouth. Some times I have a habit to cut people off and he would sit there and listen to me until I stop talking. Most importantly, he gives feedback. The kind where you would only give if you were listening. I had to switch the frequency of our sessions and he accommodated me. Choosing a therapist is difficult due to other point of views. Thomas is very professional. I highly recommend!

Thomas truly cares about me as a person, and I appreciate that.

Great individual that is kind and provides effective tools to help.

Thomas, B is very knowledgeable. He is nice and understanding.

Thomas is a great listener and is very thoughtful in his approach! Highly recommend!

I am very grateful to Thomas for his help and presence. After working with him for a very short time, I felt immensely better and my anxiety reduced 90%. Thomas gave me very practical advice, which I needed and which worked very well for me, that I continue applying with great results. I highly recommend Thomas for anyone who needs to make changes in their thinking style, which leads to changes in the emotional states. Thomas is a skilled therapist who is very kind, present, and attentive and I highly recommend working with him.

Thomas and I had great conversation. He is an easy person to talk to and gave me lots of great tools to help myself. I appreciated every session with him and feel much better because of our sessions

Dr. Buckner is a very solid therapist who dedicates his attention to not just healing the specific issues, but healing the entire self.

I am so grateful that I have met Thomas. I went into therapy a little anxious but after talking with him for just a few moments I was able to open up. He's been such a positive passenger in my car, while I navigate this bumpy road of life. Very encouraging and I feel like he really hears me, even when Im not sure what I'm saying

Love his work.

Thomas has been responsive to my questions and have provided the resources that have helped me improve my life's perspective. Thank you!

Thomas is kind, attentive, responsive. Always enjoy our sessions

Thomas is a great listener and a “safe space “ to express concerns.

Thomas is wonderful very articulate and has so much knowledge.. He understands my issues.

Such a great therapist! Kind and compassionate! Makes me feel heard.

Thank you Thomas! You helped me more than you know !!

He is Great!

Amazing

Dr. Buckner is Professional, kind, and sympathetic. My first session was constructive. I look forward to working with him.

Thomas Buckner helped me overcome some really dark periods in my life.

Thank you, you are amazing and wonderful. Hopefully we can meet again in the future, if not...I wish you the best.

Thomas helped me through so much. When I started therapy with him earlier this year, I was at such a low point in my mental health. I was having issues at home, at work, and with my physical health. Thomas never once judged me but rather helped me see the path to a better future and I couldn't be more greatful.

Love working with Thomas.

Thomas is way better than I expected.. He has helped me in the short time we have been working together to look at life in a whole new light... I'm taking off the foggy lenses and getting a new clear lense.. His easy going and loving spirit is what does it for me. I have recommended him to all of my friends and people Icome in Contact with! Thanks Thomas!

Very friendly and communicating

Working with Thomas during my toughest moments really pull me out of a hole I dug myself in.

Thomas is a great communicator. He is there to always listen as well. Working with Thomas is helping me connect more with myself as a person so that i can keep thriving on my journey. Very grateful for Thomas!

Thomas is amazing! He has helped me so much! He is helping me change my life with his assistance as a therapist. He is patient and goes beyond for his patients. I feel like I have the support and the rock I needed to go through life hoops. He is a blessing in my life. Please choose Thomas He is amazing.

Like a close and supportive friend who helps me feel like he understands me more than I understand myself! Highly recommended!

Thomas Buckner is a kind person who really cares and wants to understand me. He has a big heart and always finds a way to make me smile in times I struggle to. I recommend this therapist with a big thumbs up!

One of the most kindest therapists I have ever met. Apart from being a therapist he is such an amazing person with a big and kind heart. I always feel so much better when I speak to him. Thank you Thomas for looking after this lil Aussie

Great

Truly an amazing experience! Highly recommend!!

Thomas is kind and heartfelt in his conversations. He is good at keeping me on topic and steering the conversation back towards goal setting, and general themes that help me stay organized. It feels like talking to an old friend.

Dr. Buckner is an amazing listener and helped me towards steps in rediscovering my inner strength and being empowered. And he’s very flexible with scheduling and patient. I’ve been able to grow so much these past couple of months. Thank you so much!

Thomas Buckner has been a huge help to me. He’s not a robot. He speaks to me with genuine concern. I think he’s a South Sider too, so there you go. Best ears on the planet reside in south cook county, Illinois.

Thank you for your patience in listening on to my tangent responses and providing me with proper feedback

Thomas is awesome very understanding.

I am very thankful for having been paired with Thomas. He knows how to connect with me and gives me great advice when I get stuck in my head. Checks on me when I haven’t wrote in my journal to make sure I’m doing well. Very thankful.

Great Therapist. Highly recommend.

Thomas has been an amazing help. He listens and helps you figure out a plan to better help you reach the goals that you want.

An amazing therapist that listens to you and participates in the conversation. I felt so open and free when talking to him.

Mr Buckner is awesome. He's a great listener. He was very helpful.

Thomas is a great motivator

I have spoken with him for a short time but he has been great so far and listens to me.

I'm so glad that I found him.

Thomas is great. He listens and gives good advice would highly recommend

When I first me Mr. Buckner it felt like I was speaking to a long time friend. In my first session I felt very comfortable.

Great listener, however, needs to understand the persons individual issue rather than the sum of its parts

Very satisfied!!

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