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Online therapist

Nina Thompkins

Calm, practical support for family concerns

Credentials
LCSW
Experience
11 years
Licensed in
Florida
Languages
English
Format
Online sessions

About Nina

Nina Thompkins is a licensed clinical social worker who focuses on practical, straight‑forward help for people feeling stuck by stress, anxiety, relationship strain, or family conflict. She uses a calm, respectful style and speaks plainly so parents and family members can understand next steps. Nina aims to make the first contact feel manageable and affirms the effort it takes to begin therapy.

Clients can expect conversations shaped to fit their situation.

Background and approach

Nina listens for what matters most and then adapts goals and techniques to match those priorities. She emphasizes small, workable changes that can reduce daily stress and strengthen connections at home. Her experience spans 11 years working with adults facing issues around self‑esteem, motivation, and life transitions.

That background informs an approach grounded in real problems people face, not jargon. Nina draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques and practical exercises to help people notice progress. Throughout work together she keeps a sensitive, compassionate tone.

Sessions focus on building coping skills, improving communication, and setting realistic steps toward healthier routines. Families and individuals receive care that reflects their specific needs and rhythms. Beginning therapy is framed as a partnership.

Nina works with each person to create a flexible plan and adjusts that plan as situations change. She aims to make therapy useful, understandable, and directly relevant to everyday life.

Evidence‑based methods and flexible online care

Many of Nina's techniques come from evidence‑based therapeutic approaches that focus on clear skills and behavior change. One common method emphasizes identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing them in day‑to‑day life to reduce anxiety and build confidence. This helps people notice patterns and try small, doable experiments to feel better.

Another approach centers on improving communication and problem solving within relationships and families. It teaches practical ways to express needs, set boundaries, and repair conflicts so household interactions feel more manageable. These techniques are useful for parents and partners trying to change routines or resolve recurring disagreements.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Nina will collaborate with each person to choose methods that match goals, preferences, and the issues at hand. She adjusts strategies over time based on what is most helpful for the client.

Online therapy with video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text‑based messaging offers flexibility for busy family lives. These formats let people connect from home, fit sessions around schedules, and continue work between meetings through messaging. Together these options aim to make consistent care easier to maintain while focusing on practical change.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does she address?
Nina helps with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, self‑esteem, and coping with life changes. These areas are central to her practice.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
She uses a plainspoken, compassionate approach and adapts sessions to each person. The work focuses on practical steps and clearer communication.
What is her background in therapy?
She has 11 years of experience working with adults on motivation, confidence, and everyday stressors. That experience shapes a solutions‑focused way of working.
Where is she licensed to practice?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, with license FL LCSW SW16840 and practices in Florida.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
What formats does she offer for sessions?
Therapy is available via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text‑based messaging. These options allow flexibility for different schedules.
How is payment handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and 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 then schedule according to therapist availability.

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Experience
11 years
Licensed
Florida
Languages
English

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