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Dr. Kristina Thompson

Compassionate counselor for life and relationship stress

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Credentials
LPC
Experience
13 years
Licensed in
Mississippi
Languages
English
Format
Online sessions

About Kristina

Dr. Kristina Thompson is a licensed professional counselor who helps people managing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, anger, ADHD, addictions, grief, parenting challenges, and a wide range of relationship and intimacy concerns. She works with issues like self esteem, body image, sleeping and eating problems, and life changes that feel overwhelming.

She practices in Mississippi and speaks English. Her style is warm and straightforward. She focuses on building rapport first and then helping clients find practical coping skills.

Background and approach

Sessions are conversational and nonjudgmental, with an emphasis on what will move a person forward day to day. Dr. Thompson uses methods drawn from client-centered therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy to help people change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors.

She also uses EMDR for trauma work and motivational interviewing when substance use or ambivalence toward change is present. Narrative therapy helps people reframe difficult experiences into clearer stories. With 13 years of counseling experience and the LPC credential, she adapts techniques to each person’s needs rather than applying one fixed method.

That means treatment plans are practical and goal-focused, and the approach can shift as progress is made. She recognizes that starting counseling is a big step and aims to offer support, encouragement, and direction along the way. The emphasis is on skills and strategies that clients can use between sessions to handle stress and improve daily functioning.

Approaches that translate to online care

Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and reflecting what a person says so they feel understood. It helps people clarify goals and build confidence in their own choices. Cognitive behavioral therapy, or CBT, looks at how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors interact and teaches skills to change unhelpful patterns. It is often used for anxiety, depression, and stress management.

Choosing the right method is a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences, and the problem areas to decide which approaches to try first. Plans can change over time if something isn’t helping or if new needs appear.

Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to make therapy more flexible. Those options let people fit sessions into busy schedules, continue work while traveling, or choose the format that feels easiest to use. The goal is to make consistent support practical and accessible while using the same clinical tools she would use in person.

Client-Centered Therapy

The direction comes from you rather than from a set programme. The therapist offers a warm, non-judgemental space to think out loud and work at your own pace. Online, this rests on the relationship rather than on being in the same room.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

CBT looks at the link between what you think, how you feel, and what you do. You work on noticing unhelpful patterns and practising steadier responses. It suits online sessions well, because much of the work happens between appointments and can be talked through from anywhere.

EMDR

A structured protocol used with distressing memories, pairing recall with guided attention tasks. Some therapists adapt it for video sessions; whether that fits is worth asking about directly.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does she address?
She supports people with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, anger, ADHD, addictions, grief, intimacy and relationship issues, parenting challenges, self esteem, bipolar symptoms, and other life changes.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her approach is warm, open, and nonjudgmental. She focuses on building rapport and working with clients in a conversational, practical way.
What training and experience does she bring?
She has 13 years of experience as a counselor and holds the LPC credential. Her background includes working across many mental health issues and adapting methods to individual needs.
Where does she practice and what are her credentials?
She practices in Mississippi and holds the LPC designation with the notation MS LPC 2556.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
What formats are available for sessions?
Sessions can take place via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
How is cost handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to therapist availability.

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Experience
13 years
Licensed
Mississippi
Languages
English

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