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Sunil Thomas, M.S., LMHC, is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor based in Ft. Lauderdale, offering remote therapy sessions for individuals across all age groups—except the little ones ages 1–5. He provides compassionate, personalized support to clients across Florida who are navigating life’s challenges and seeking meaningful change.
Sunil specializes in anger management, couples therapy, and grief and loss, and works with a wide range of concerns including anxiety, relationship issues, mood disorders, and stress. He supports individuals invested in their personal growth, teenagers exploring identity and self-esteem, and people from diverse cultural backgrounds. Sunil brings a deep respect for each person’s unique story and lived experience, and his multicultural lens allows him to meet clients where they are—with sensitivity, humility, and curiosity.
He has advanced training in treating panic disorder, generalized anxiety, OCD, depression, bipolar disorder, and dissociative disorders, and takes an informed, empathetic approach to complex mental health issues. Sunil understands that healing is not linear and believes in working at the client’s pace, honoring their resilience along the way.
His approach is integrative and client-centered, drawing from evidence-based modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and the Gottman Method for couples. Depending on each client’s goals, he may incorporate breathing and grounding exercises, mindfulness skills, and emotion regulation strategies. He also offers psychoeducation to help clients better understand their experiences and feel more in control of their mental health journey.
Clients describe Sunil’s style as compassionate, collaborative, and down-to-earth. He creates a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard, supported, and empowered. He currently offers telehealth sessions only, providing flexible and accessible care throughout the state of Florida.
Years of Experience: 26 years
Anger management - Addressing sudden outbursts of anger or sustained resentment; developing healthy anger expression and outlets
Anxiety - Coping with excessive worry, nervousness, or stress; intense discomfort in social settings (social anxiety); sudden and intense feelings of panic (panic disorder)
Bipolar disorder - Developing coping and preventive strategies to stabilize extreme mood swings, including manic and depressive episodes; increasing effective strategies to regulate emotions and maintain a healthy daily routine
Couples counseling - Addressing relationship challenges and life transitions; strengthening communication and feelings of security, desire, connection, and love
Loss, grief, and bereavement - Emotionally preparing for the anticipated passing of a loved one; managing feelings and reactions to a death or loss of significance; support during the process of healing and acceptance
Social anxiety - Helping clients increase confidence and ability to interact with others amidst fear of being judged, worry about embarrassment, or concern about offending others
Many health insurance plans reimburse 50-80% of session fees with out-of-network therapists. Learn if your health insurance plan qualifies.
Small steps make a big difference. Start by connecting with Sunil Thomas today.