Justin Thiry , LCSW

Justin Thiry is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) practicing in Pennsylvania with three years of clinical experience. He has worked with people facing a broad range of concerns, including stress, anxiety, addictions, sleep difficulties, self-esteem struggles, depression, relationship and family challenges, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, eating concerns, anger, career transitions, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and ADHD. Additional focus areas include personality disorders, process addictions such as pornography, exercise, and gambling, and seasonal affective disorder.

His therapeutic style is warm and interactive, grounded in respect, sensitivity, and compassion, with an emphasis on avoiding stigmatizing labels. Justin combines cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and motivational interviewing to tailor conversations and treatment plans to each person’s unique needs. He works collaboratively to set goals and adapt strategies so interventions align with individual preferences and circumstances.

Justin aims to provide steady support and practical tools for people taking steps toward change, helping them build coping skills, clarify values, and move toward more fulfilling patterns of living. As a licensed professional, he integrates evidence-informed techniques with a person-centered approach to guide the therapeutic process.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care with Justin Thiry

Justin commonly uses cognitive behavioral therapy, which helps people identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors to reduce symptoms like anxiety and depression and improve daily functioning. He also draws on dialectical behavior therapy, which teaches practical skills for emotional regulation, interpersonal effectiveness, and distress tolerance when emotions feel overwhelming. Motivational interviewing is another key approach he uses to help people resolve ambivalence and find personal motivation for change, particularly useful in addressing addictions and behavior change.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Justin works with clients to assess needs, goals, and preferences, then tailors techniques and pacing so the work fits each person. This partnership helps ensure the plan evolves as progress is made and as priorities shift.

Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility through multiple formats - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging - so people can engage in therapy in ways that fit their schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care during life transitions, manage chronic concerns, and practice skills between sessions with a licensed professional guiding the process.