Thomas W. Blume earned a PhD in marital and family therapy from Texas Tech University. He is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Professional Counselor, AAMFT Approved Supervisor, and National Certified Counselor. An Associate Professor at Oakland University, he teaches introductory and advanced family counseling courses. Dr. Blume maintains a small private practice specializing in addictions, couples in transition, adolescents, and stepfamilies.