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Katranker Thompson, LCSW
California
Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Stress and Anxiety
See online therapy options- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Caregiver stress
About Katranker
Katranker Thompson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, with 30 years of experience based in California. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, grief, anger, depression, coping with life changes, addictions, relationship issues, and bipolar-related concerns. She also focuses on aging and geriatric issues and on caregiver stress. Katranker communicates in English and does not take international clients.
She uses practical, structured approaches in sessions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is part of her work, alongside solution-focused techniques. Sessions aim to identify unhelpful thoughts and habits, then try different ways of responding. Clients can expect concrete strategies to manage mood, manage stress, and handle day-to-day challenges.
Her style is interactive and respectful. She emphasizes setting clear goals and working together on a plan. Clients are invited to give feedback and take an active role between sessions through suggested exercises and practice.
Katranker trained at Smith College School of Social Work and holds a California LCSW credential. Over three decades she has worked with people from a range of backgrounds, including veterans and those adjusting to life transitions. Her experience includes grief work and caregiver stress support.
Initial steps involve selecting the online therapy options and completing a short matching questionnaire before scheduling a first session. Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Prospective clients should confirm current session formats when they schedule.
How her CBT and solution-focused work adapts to online sessions
Katranker uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people identify specific thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going. CBT sessions are practical and include skill practice, behavior experiments, and short exercises to try between meetings.She also draws on Solution-Focused Therapy, which narrows in on small, achievable changes and on what is already working. That approach is useful when someone wants brief, goal-oriented sessions to address particular problems or transitions.
Choosing the right approach is part of the process. Katranker will collaborate with each person to decide whether CBT, solution-focused techniques, or a mix makes the most sense. She frames decisions around the client’s goals, daily life, and preferences so sessions focus on what helps most.
Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. People sometimes prefer phone or video for different reasons - for example, video lets the therapist and client use visual cues, while phone can require less bandwidth and be easier to join from a break at work. Licensed professionals can adapt exercises and homework to work across formats to keep sessions practical and focused.
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Experience
30+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What issues does she help with most often?
She works with stress, anxiety, grief, anger, depression, addictions, relationship concerns, and bipolar-related issues. She also focuses on aging and caregiver stress.
How does she use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy?
She uses CBT to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and habits and to practice alternative responses. CBT sessions include concrete techniques and homework practice between meetings.
What kind of experience does she bring?
She has 30 years of social work experience, including work with veterans and people facing major life transitions. Her background includes grief work and caregiver support.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, licensed in California. Her practice is located in California.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she work with international clients?
She does not accept international clients.
How are session costs handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What should I do to begin?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.
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