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Thomas Langer, Therapist

Thomas Langer, LCSW, Therapist in Knoxville, Tennessee

Specialties:
Alcohol use Anxiety Attachment issues Drug/substance use Family conflict General relationship issues Marital stress or divorce +49
Ages Served
15-75+
Manages Medications
No, provides therapy only
Accepts Insurance

About Thomas Langer (He/Him)

Thomas seeks to provide a deeply accepting and non-judgmental space for individuals, couples, and families to explore their thoughts and behaviors as they begin the journey to transform their lives and relationships. He works with his clients to help them define their challenges and create simple objectives on their path toward achieving their mental health goals. Thomas utilizes a holistic and integrative approach, based on each client’s needs, helping them explore all facets of their life and environment as a means to understand and address areas of struggle. His compassionate approach offers an inclusive and comfortable setting, taking each client’s personal story and culture into account. Thomas works with clients beginning at fifteen years of age and uses a variety of approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and trauma-informed care. Thomas brings a meld of unique world and life experiences which have shaped his gift of empathy and cultivating skills in problem solving, fostering stability, and offering a sense of hope that naturally integrates into his therapy style. He considers it an honor to walk alongside his clients through pain, healing, and personal growth.

Thomas obtained his Master of Science degree in Clinical Social Work from the University of Tennessee and was awarded the Graduate Trauma Treatment Certificate. He holds a second master’s degree from the London School of Economics and Political Science in International Development and Humanitarian Emergencies and received his Bachelor of Arts degree in International Studies with a minor in Human Rights from the University of Iowa.

Types of Care & Ages Served

Areas of Focus

Family Therapy

Improve communication and resolve conflicts within family dynamics with a clinician's guidance.

  • Attachment issues
  • Parenting
  • Adoption & foster care
  • Alcohol use
  • Anger issues
  • Anxiety
  • Caregiving
  • Depression/feeling down
  • Drug/substance use
  • Family conflict
  • General relationship issues
  • Marital stress or divorce
  • Panic attacks
  • Premarital counseling
  • Self-esteem
  • Sexual trauma
  • Social skills & communication
  • Stress management
  • Trauma & PTSD

Couples Therapy

Helps partners address relationship conflict and improve communication with a clinician's guidance.

  • Family conflict
  • General relationship issues
  • Marital stress or divorce
  • Premarital counseling
  • Adoption & foster care
  • Aging
  • Alcohol use
  • Anger issues
  • Anxiety
  • Attachment issues
  • Career & relationships (mid-life)
  • Career & work issues
  • Caregiving
  • Depression/feeling down
  • Domestic violence & abuse
  • Drug/substance use
  • Emotional abuse
  • Empty nesters
  • End-of-life challenges
  • Focus, concentration & memory
  • Gambling
  • Grief & loss
  • Men's health/issues
  • Menopause & perimenopause
  • Other addictive behaviors
  • Other women's health concerns
  • Panic attacks
  • Parenthood
  • Parenting
  • PMS & PMDD
  • Pornography/sexual behaviors
  • Religion & spirituality
  • Retirement
  • Self-esteem
  • Self-injury or cutting
  • Sex & intimacy issues
  • Sexual trauma
  • Social skills & communication
  • Stress from ongoing health issues
  • Stress management
  • Trauma & PTSD
  • Video game/internet

Individual Therapy

Get help addressing challenges and improve well-being with a clinician's guidance.

  • Alcohol use
  • Anxiety
  • Drug/substance use
  • General relationship issues
  • Marital stress or divorce
  • Panic attacks
  • Premarital counseling
  • Stress management
  • ADHD
  • Adoption & foster care
  • Aging
  • Anger issues
  • Attachment issues
  • Attention & focus
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Bullying or harassment
  • Career & relationships (mid-life)
  • Career & work issues
  • Caregiving
  • Childhood behavioral issues
  • Depression/feeling down
  • Domestic violence & abuse
  • Early adulthood: Independent living or relationships
  • Early adulthood: Starting college or career
  • Emotional abuse
  • Empty nesters
  • Family conflict
  • Focus, concentration & memory
  • Gambling
  • Grief & loss
  • Hair pulling & skin picking
  • Intense mood changes
  • LGBTQ+
  • Men's health/issues
  • Menopause & perimenopause
  • Other addictive behaviors
  • Other women's health concerns
  • Parenthood
  • Parenting
  • Phobias
  • PMS & PMDD
  • Pornography/sexual behaviors
  • Retirement
  • School avoidance
  • School behavioral issues
  • Self-esteem
  • Self-injury or cutting
  • Sex & intimacy issues
  • Sexual trauma
  • Sleep issues or insomnia
  • Social skills & communication
  • Trauma & PTSD
  • Video game/internet

Languages

  • English

Education

  • University of Tennessee
  • The London School of Economics and Political Science
  • University of Iowa

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Frequently Asked Questions About Thomas Langer

Please call us at 865-606-6110 to schedule an appointment with Thomas Langer.

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I didn’t know I needed a new therapist… once I started working with Thomas, it was apparent I should have switched sooner!! Thomas is well educated and experienced in his field. He is knowledgeable about life in general and if he can’t relate to the topic being discussed he definitely listens and has an open minded approach to addressing the topic. Comfortable environment and he even lets you drink your coffee during a session. We work on the goals we set together and each appointment is tailored to accomplish or address these goals. I feel like Thomas has already made a difference in the small amount of time we have been working together. Can’t recommend him enough!!! 🤩
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Jessica H.

Jessica H.

Dec 13, 2024
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Booking with Lifestance is super fast and easy! My counselor, Thomas Langer, is the best! He’s helped me make tremendous strides in the time that I have been working with him.
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Joe R.

Joe R.

Feb 25, 2026
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Had a great time discussing my problems and just glad I found someone I could connect with that shared similar interests
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Austin H.

Austin H.

Aug 28, 2025
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Awesome counseling and advice. Can’t overstate the assistance they gave me!
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William T.

William T.

Jun 24, 2025
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My therapist is fabulous and the entire staff is helpful and professional.
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Lisa W.

Lisa W.

Oct 02, 2024
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Dr. Langer is the best, very professional. Appointment s are on time
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Shane R.

Shane R.

Oct 15, 2024
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Thomas Langer, Therapist in Knoxville, Tennessee

Thomas Langer

Therapist in Knoxville, Tennessee

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