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Katranker Thompson

CA LCSW 8000
Credentials
CA LCSW 8000
NPI Number
1942236898
Location
California
Languages
English
Katranker Thompson

Accepting new clients

30 years experience | Counselor of Color
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About Katranker Thompson

Welcome to BetterHelp which is a major step as you strive to enhance your quality of life through therapy . There may be some degree of ambivalence as you embark upon this new therapeutic journey. However, feel assured you have made a sound decision in the exploration of your feelings and thoughts as you seek to improved your quality of life.

My style is warm and interactive and I believe in treating each client with respect, compassion and sensitivity. I enjoy developing new relationships and working with clients to identify the specific problem and working together to create individualized treatment goals and plans . Your input in therapy is crucial given that you will be working diligently in order to achieve your identified goals. I look forward to our partnership in care and treatment .

My name is Katranker Thompson and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of California. I graduated from Smith College School of Social Work located in Northampton, Massachusetts.

I have worked in the field of Social Work for over 25 years and have enjoyed every moment of serving those who may be at a crossroads in their lives and have decided to seek treatment. I have worked with individuals from different backgrounds who struggle with depression, anxiety, anger issues and adjustment disorders. I also have experience working with Veterans and their significant others around stress & anxiety.

My Clinical skills include treatment:

Depression
Stress & Anxiety
Grief Work
Caregiver Stress Therapy
Cognitive Behavior Therapy

Messages are initiated through the BetterHelp portal for which I check messages twice a day. The platform for which therapy is conducted is telephone and video.

Licenses

LCSW
8000

Professional experience

  • Addictions
  • Anger management
  • Bipolar disorder
  • Coping with life changes
  • Depression
  • Grief
  • Relationship issues
  • Stress, Anxiety

Additional Focus Areas

  • Aging and geriatric issues
  • Caregiver issues and stress

Clinical Approaches

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Solution-Focused Therapy

Languages

  • English

15 Reviews

“Katranker Thompson is a remarkable therapist, even in the face of complexity. I've come to her with many layered struggles—emotionally, physically, medical and situationally—which could be overwhelming for any therapist. Yet, in just two sessions, Katranker has created a space that feels safe, grounded, and nonjudgmental. She strikes a rare balance between deep empathy and intentional direction, gently focusing me on actionable steps without losing sight of the bigger picture (Family). Her presence is calming, her insights are clear, and her approach feels both human and deeply professional. I’m grateful to have found her.”

“Great job”

“Katranker Thompson is an excellent therapist who helps you connect with yourself in ways you never thought possible. In a few weeks’ time, I’ve tackled many challenges I’d been reluctant to face with Katranker’s help. I feel lighter and like I’m able to handle life better than before. I appreciate Katranker’s insight and ability to see my strengths so that I lean into them. Thank you!”

“She is amazing.”

“Katranker Thompson is a wonderful woman with great insights and advice. I am very grateful to have met her and to have received help from her. She is simply the best!”

“Katranker was there when I needed her and she got me through a very hard time in my life. I recommend her!”

“Katranker is a seasoned therapist that is forward thinking. Highly recommend”

“Ms. Thompson was patient, listened, and had action plan for me. She regularly checked in which was very refreshing - you don't get that often!”

“I feel very supported and I have lots of tools to utilize to help in my personal development and growth as an individual. I feel like for the first in my life I’m actually changing and working on things I’m grateful for my therapist”

“So far, so good”

“My favorite therapist to date. She was attentive, empathic and really knowledgeable about human behavior. I was given great tools and exercises to adopt as well.”

“Katranker is highly skilled and very attentive and I would highly recommend her to anyone!!”

“Katranker is an excellent therapist. I would strongly recommend her. The quality of service she provides is superb, professional, compassionate, prompt, supportive, and beneficial. She is an asset to me, the community and Better Help.”

“Love working with her. Very patient and attentive during session.”

“Katranker helped me work through several issues. She is the first therapist I’ve looked forward to meeting with every week and made me feel very comfortable talking about anything. I highly recommend Katranker.”

These reviews represent a few of the most recent positive reviews from the therapist's clients on BetterHelp. Some people's experience may be different.
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