Gina McKinney-Thompson, LCSW

Experienced New York LCSW for complex challenges

Stress and anxiety
Trauma support
Relationship help

About Gina McKinney-Thompson

Gina McKinney-Thompson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in New York with 30 years of professional experience supporting people through stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, bipolar disorder, and depression. She approaches each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, shaping conversations and treatment plans to reflect the individual needs and circumstances of the person she is working with.

Gina recognizes that seeking change takes courage, and she focuses on empowering clients as they take steps toward a more fulfilling and balanced life. Her work emphasizes practical, person-centered support that honors each client’s pace and goals.

Throughout her long career she has remained committed to listening carefully, responding with empathy, and partnering with clients to develop approaches that fit their unique situations. Gina’s training as an LCSW means she is qualified to provide clinical psychotherapy and social work services aimed at improving emotional wellbeing and coping skills.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, Anxiety Trauma and abuseBipolar disorderDepression Coping with life changes

Also Specializes In

AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCompassion fatigue

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualityWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Gina McKinney-Thompson have?

Gina McKinney-Thompson has 30 years of professional experience.

Is Gina McKinney-Thompson a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details: NY LCSW 075785.

In which languages does Gina McKinney-Thompson provide therapy?

Gina McKinney-Thompson provides therapy in English.

Where is Gina McKinney-Thompson located?

Gina McKinney-Thompson is located in New York.

How can I work with Gina McKinney-Thompson as my therapist?

You can work with Gina McKinney-Thompson through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Gina McKinney-Thompson work with international clients?

Yes, Gina McKinney-Thompson works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Gina McKinney-Thompson cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Gina McKinney-Thompson often draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), which helps people clarify their values, accept difficult thoughts and feelings, and take committed action toward meaningful goals - this approach is useful for stress, anxiety, and coping with life changes. She also uses Attachment-Based Therapy to explore how early relationships influence current patterns, helping clients address attachment issues, relationship challenges, and trauma-related dynamics. Client-Centered Therapy is another foundation of her work, focusing on empathetic listening and collaboration so clients feel heard and able to shape their own progress.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey, and Gina works collaboratively with each person to identify what fits best based on needs, goals, and personal preferences. She partners with clients to adjust methods over time to ensure the work remains relevant and effective.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to accommodate schedules, mobility needs, and geographic distance. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care and to access support from licensed professionals when it is most convenient.

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