Reggie Thirus , LPC

Reggie Thirus is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Wisconsin who brings six years of clinical experience to his work with individuals and families. He offers an empathic, inclusive approach that centers each person’s goals and life context, helping clients explore practical strategies and deeper patterns that affect wellbeing. Reggie works with concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, grief, relationship and intimacy issues, addictions, parenting and blended family dynamics, LGBT and gender-related matters, ADHD and impulsivity, bipolar disorder, and career or life transitions.

His practice integrates client-centered care with evidence-informed techniques drawn from cognitive behavioral and psychodynamic traditions, and he collaborates with clients to set clear, individualized goals. Reggie explains his LPC credential as a professional license to provide counseling services in Wisconsin, and he uses that training to guide tailored treatment planning and supportive coaching. When he is not working with clients, he enjoys getting a great workout, walking, and exploring good food and music.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

Reggie draws from client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and psychodynamic therapy to tailor online care to each person’s needs. Client-centered therapy focuses on listening with empathy and building a collaborative relationship so clients can identify their own goals and strengths; it is helpful for building self-esteem, navigating life changes, and improving relationships. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) offers practical tools to recognize and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, which is often effective for anxiety, depression, and managing stress. Psychodynamic therapy explores patterns that developed over time, including how early relationships influence current coping and emotional responses, which can be useful for addressing recurring relationship or identity issues.

Finding the right approach is part of the process - Reggie works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods fit best based on their goals, preferences, and life circumstances. He adapts techniques as therapy progresses so the work remains practical and meaningful.

Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for people with busy schedules, mobility limits, or who live far from in-person services. These options make it easier to access licensed professionals from different locations while maintaining continuity of care and adapting to each client’s preferred way of communicating.