Michaela Thompson

LCSW, MSW
Accepting Clients

I am passionate about building positive relationships, improving life circumstances and providing psychoeducation around mental health.

Clinical Social Worker in California

Services
  • Individual

About My Clients

I work with a variety of issues including challenges faced by transitional age youth/adults, life transitions, childhood trauma, improving mental health/wellbeing, medical issues, difficult relationships, work/life issues & stress. I can assist you in developing effective tools to utilize & educate you on what you may be experiencing to help you reach your desired outcome. I welcome you to my practice and applaud you for taking the first step in identifying your need for additional support.

My Background and Approach

When meeting someone new, it can be hard to share sensitive information about yourself. By entering into a therapeutic environment, you deserve to BE YOU and by meeting with someone like myself, you will be met with compassion, understanding, integrity and a vast clinical skill set. My approach is to meet individuals where they are and to connect on an interpersonal level in order to capture an understanding of your challenges. I therefore apply theory to determine the appropriate interventions to your situation. I've had the pleasure of working with children, teenagers, adults and older adults. My passion is to identify childhood experiences that affect your adulthood, which is the root of many issues many face today, and I am here to assist you in reaching that goal of becoming a better you. I have a considerable history of working with other helping professionals and first responders, within the hospital, correctional and education setting and in the home.

My Personal Beliefs and Interests

I believe that teaching is important, and if you have valuable knowledge and resources, one should help those in need. At my core I am concerned with the welfare of humans, which is the reason I entered into this field. I have hosted several homeless feeds and clothing/hygiene giveaways, volunteered at various community food banks and an advocate for court appointed foster youth. I value human relationships and treating people with dignity and respect.

Techniques I Use

Specialties
Attachment Theory Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Solution Focused Brief Therapy
Other Techniques
  • Attachment Theory
  • Coaching
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Culturally Sensitive Therapy
  • Interpersonal Therapy (IPT)
  • Intervention
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Relational Therapy
  • Solution Focused Brief Therapy
  • Person-Centered (Rogerian)
  • Trauma Therapy

Issues I Treat

Specialties
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Other Issues
  • Abuse
  • Addiction
  • Aging Concerns
  • Anxiety
  • Attachment
  • Burnout
  • Career Counseling
  • Chronic Pain or Illness
  • Depression
  • Grief or Loss
  • Marriage Counseling
  • Men's Issues
  • Parenting
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Pregnancy and Postpartum
  • Self-Esteem
  • Women's Issues
I offer online counseling in the following states:

At A Glance

  • Experience: 5 years of practice
  • Rate: $180 - 200/session

Reach out to Michaela