Syrèa Thomas

Syrèa Thomas is a Licensed Independent Social Worker with Supervision Designation. She obtained her bachelor’s degrees in Comparative American Studies and History from Oberlin College and a Master of Science in Social Administration from Case Western Reserve University.

Syrèa has over a decade of experience in a variety of settings providing therapy for individuals, adolescents, and families. She has spent much of her career focusing on those who have been marginalized, whether as a member of the BIPOC or LGBTQIAA+ community. She has worked with people struggling with issues including anxiety, depression, interpersonal conflict, grief/loss, sexuality and gender identity, relationship issues, and trauma. Syrèa brings knowledge and expertise through trauma-informed interventions such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and solution-focused therapy, combined with an approach that honors a client’s life experiences in a humanistic way.

Syrèa utilizes a client-centered approach, walking alongside clients who are healing and providing a safe space for them to explore themselves and implement positive changes. She enjoys working with individuals (17 and up). She specializes in anxiety, depression, major life transitions, trauma, sexual orientation and gender exploration, minority issues, and the LGBTQIAA+ community to help build resilience, confidence, and promote healing.

Syrèa prioritizes creating a non-judgmental space—one where you feel comfortable. She will collaborate with you to create goals that incorporate mindfulness, CBT, attachment theory, and other approaches to support your growth.