geometry-shapes iconGrief, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Anger Management, Depression, Anxiety, Relationships, Life Transition, Addiction, ADHD, Self Esteem
In Person & Online in McKinney, TX
13 years in practice
Ages served: 18-64
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Accepted insurance & self-pay

Thomas accepts 59 insurers
Aetna
Aetna Medicare Advantage
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Anthem
Cigna | Evernorth
Adventist Health Associates | Employee Health Plan
Adventist Health Associates | Non-Employee Health Plan
Ambetter by Superior Health Plan
Baylor Scott and White Health Plan
Baylor Scott and White Health Plan Medicare Advantage
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas HMO
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas | Blue Advantage HMO (BAV)
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas | MyBlue (BFT)
Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)
Carelon
Christus Health Plan Exchange
Christus Health Plan Medicare Advantage
Cigna | Evernorth - Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Clover Health Medicare Advantage
Compsych
Devoted Health | Medicare Advantage
EHN | AUTO CLUB ENTERPRISES
EHN | BUIST BYARS AND TAYLOR
EHN | CHILDRENS MEDICAL GROUP
EHN | CITY OF TEMPLE
EHN | CLASSIC CHEVROLET
EHN | DECENT HEALTH INC
EHN | ENCORE ENTERPRISES
EHN | FAMILY EMERGENCY ROOM LLC
EHN | HUMBLE ISD
EHN | MALONE INDUSTRIAL MACHINE
EHN | STAR TRANSPORTATION
EHN | THRIVE MORTGAGE
EHN | VINTAGE CHURCH
EHN | WHOLE HEALTH PLAN
Firefly Health Plan | Cigna PPO Network
First Health Network
Healthcare Highways
HealthSpring | Medicare Advantage
Humana Medicare Advantage
Imperial Insurance Companies TX
JP Farley Corporation
Medica
Medicare TX
Memorial Hermann Health Plan
Moda Health
Multi Plan PHCS
Municipal Health Benefit Program
Oscar Health
Quest Behavioral Health
Railroad Medicare
SCAN Health Plan Medicare Advantage Texas
Tricare West
UMR
United Healthcare | Optum
United Healthcare | Optum - Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
United Healthcare | Optum Medicare Advantage
Uprise EAP
Veterans Affairs (VA) TriWest Texas
WellCare by Allwell Medicare Advantage
SELF-PAY COSTS
Out-of-pocket session costs for clients who don’t have insurance or aren’t covered by their insurance for mental health services.
$200
first session
$170
subsequent sessions
About Provider

About Thomas

Thomas Lims Owusu-Asante is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a Licensed Clinical Addiction Counselor (LCSW, LCAC) who has over 13 years of experience working with adults who are struggling with anger, addiction, life transitions, family issues, anxiety, depression, stress, and more.


Thomas holds a Master's degree in Social Work, a Master's degree Addiction Counseling degree, and a Master's degree in Mental Health Counseling. With extensive global travel experience including 15 countries, and exposure to multiple cultures, Thomas is well-versed in the peculiarities of families’ cultural, traditional, and religious background. He utilizes multiple therapeutic approaches including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing (MI), solutions-focused therapy (SFT), narrative therapy (NT), and Alderian therapy.


As we all know, life is full of challenges but with willingness and determination, Thomas is confident that he can assist you and your family to gain new perspective about life. He'll work to help you learn effective techniques to cope with life's challenges. If you are ready to do the work, schedule an appointment with Thomas today.

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" l understand how families struggle with their loved ones in their quest for living purposeful and meaningful life"

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Get to know Thomas

Why did you decide to become a counselor?

I became a counselor because l also received help from a counselor who helped me to navigate the challenges of life.


What's one thing you wish all clients knew?

I wish all client will know that they can overcome their life challenges, if they choose to seek help.


What inspires you?

Seeing clients recover from their life challenges has been my most inspiring experience.


What can clients expect in their first session with you?

Client will see an understanding, loving and caring personality in their first encounter with me.


What do you want to accomplish with an individual in their first session?

Healthy therapeutic alliance will be formed during the first session.


What should clients know about you before scheduling a first counseling session?

I will like them to know my clinical experience before scheduling our first session.


What do you do for fun/on your time off?

Love adventure, playing soccer, reading, and volunteering.


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Other areas of focus

SpecialitiesGrief, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Anger Management, Depression, Anxiety, Relationships, Life Transition, Addiction, ADHD, Self Esteem, Infidelity, Coping Skills, Behavioral Issues, Domestic Abuse, Stress / Mental Stress / Work Stress
ApproachesSolution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Person-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Any / Eclectic, Existential Therapy, Narrative, Motivational Interviewing, Gestalt, Adlerian, Christian Counseling
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Education and training

Years in practice
13 years
Graduating institute
Andrews University
Graduating degree
Master of Social Work
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Additional details

Languages spoken by this provider
English
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NPI number1821529371
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State of practiceTX
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License number108047
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