Tom Maniatis

Tom Maniatis | Senior Addictions Psychotherapist

With over 20 years of clinical experience in concurrent addiction and mental health treatment, Tom Maniatis serves as a Senior Addictions Psychotherapist at Promises Healthcare in Singapore. Specializing in the targeted treatment of complex behavioral and substance dependencies, Tom is recognized for his clinical expertise in navigating modern psychological challenges. He provides evidence-based interventions for gaming and internet addiction, substance abuse, deep-rooted trauma, and ADHD.

Recovery requires more than simply treating symptoms; it demands addressing the underlying distress. Tom brings a fiercely non-judgmental, person-centered approach to his practice, understanding that addiction and behavioral struggles are often intertwined with burnout, unresolved trauma, or strained family dynamics. By integrating proven therapeutic frameworks—including trauma-informed care and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), he creates a psychologically safe environment where clients can confront core issues without shame.

Clinical Philosophy & Approach

Over two decades of managing a diverse and complex caseload, Tom has developed a practical, down-to-earth, and highly efficient style of therapy. His approach is driven by clear, achievable objectives tailored to the reality of each client’s life.

Rather than forcing individuals into rigid academic models, Tom prioritizes collaborative treatment. As he explains his methodology:

“I learned from experience that effective treatment delivery can require that the therapist discards preconceived notions and rigid ideas. My focus is on collaboratively tailoring treatment versus trying to fit the client into an academic therapeutic model. Often the process starts with a reflection on individual suffering and whether there is a way to reduce it in a sustainable way.”

He firmly believes that while increasing self-awareness and facing difficult feelings is fruitful, the ultimate aim of therapy must be a tangible reduction in human suffering that directly meets the client’s goals.

“The good news is that this is entirely possible”, Tom notes. “I have seen countless people achieve this. Even people experiencing the most acute issues are able to recover. In my practice, I am comfortable being innovative yet, at the same time, focusing on what truly works by addressing root causes toward the very best outcomes, as defined by my clients.”

Who Tom Works With

Working extensively with struggling adolescents, high-stress professionals, and distressed family units, Tom focuses on practical, long-term outcomes. He helps clients dismantle destructive cycles, develop resilient emotional regulation strategies, and rebuild fractured relationships.

Core Areas of Expertise:

• Substance & Behavioral Addictions: Comprehensive treatment for drug and alcohol dependency, alongside modern behavioral challenges like gaming and internet addiction.
• Concurrent Disorders: Managing addiction alongside co-occurring conditions such as ADHD, anxiety, and depression.
• Trauma-Informed Care: Addressing the deep-rooted psychological pain and unresolved trauma that frequently drive compulsive behaviors.
• Family & Systemic Support: Helping families navigate the collateral impact of addiction and rebuild healthy dynamics.

Consulting fluently in both English and Greek, Tom partners with his clients to provide the sustainable, real-world tools they need to reclaim agency over their mental health and move forward with clarity and purpose.