Ina Thompson, LPC
Experienced Virginia LPC for diverse life challenges
- Adults and adolescents
- English and German
- Video phone chat messaging
About Ina Thompson
Ina Thompson is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Virginia with more than 23 years of clinical experience. As an LPC, she holds professional licensure to provide counseling and therapeutic services to children, adolescents, and adults.
Over the course of her career she has supported people facing a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, trauma and abuse, stress, anger and impulse control, grief, challenges related to aging and adjustment, low self-esteem, attention differences and autism spectrum issues, relationship and family difficulties, substance use concerns, parenting struggles, military and veteran issues, caregiver fatigue and burnout, gender dysphoria and LGBT matters. Her practice also addresses eating and sleeping problems, bipolar disorder, ADHD, addictions, and coping with life transitions.
Her clinical approach draws on several evidence-based methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Client-Centered Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), trauma-focused techniques, solution-focused methods, emotionally focused work, psychodynamic ideas, motivational interviewing, and attachment-based skills. She emphasizes a strength- and goal-oriented stance that helps clients build on existing resources.
Ina views each person as the expert of their own story and aims to create an open, nonjudgmental environment where feelings and thoughts can be explored. She offers services in English and German and works collaboratively with clients to identify goals and practical steps toward greater relief and functioning.
Over the course of her career she has supported people facing a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, trauma and abuse, stress, anger and impulse control, grief, challenges related to aging and adjustment, low self-esteem, attention differences and autism spectrum issues, relationship and family difficulties, substance use concerns, parenting struggles, military and veteran issues, caregiver fatigue and burnout, gender dysphoria and LGBT matters. Her practice also addresses eating and sleeping problems, bipolar disorder, ADHD, addictions, and coping with life transitions.
Her clinical approach draws on several evidence-based methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Client-Centered Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), trauma-focused techniques, solution-focused methods, emotionally focused work, psychodynamic ideas, motivational interviewing, and attachment-based skills. She emphasizes a strength- and goal-oriented stance that helps clients build on existing resources.
Ina views each person as the expert of their own story and aims to create an open, nonjudgmental environment where feelings and thoughts can be explored. She offers services in English and German and works collaboratively with clients to identify goals and practical steps toward greater relief and functioning.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTraumatic brain injuryTrichotillomaniaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Ina Thompson have?
She has 23 years of professional experience providing therapy to children, adolescents, and adults.
Is Ina Thompson a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential LPC. License details are VA LPC 0701006300.
In which languages does Ina Thompson provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English and German.
Where is Ina Thompson located?
She is located in Virginia.
How can I work with Ina Thompson as my therapist?
Clients can work with Ina Thompson through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Ina Thompson work with international clients?
Ina Thompson does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Ina Thompson cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as 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 with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with the 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 with Ina Thompson
Ina Thompson draws from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), which helps people clarify personal values and take meaningful action despite difficult thoughts or feelings - this approach can be helpful for managing anxiety, depression, and life transitions. She also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), a practical method that examines connections between thoughts, emotions, and behaviors to build skills for coping with depression, anxiety, and stress-related problems. In addition, Attachment-Based Therapy skills are part of her work to explore relationship patterns and strengthen emotional bonds, which can benefit clients dealing with family issues, abandonment wounds, or relational trauma.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Ina collaborates with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting techniques over time so the work remains relevant and client-centered. Licensed professionals and therapists can combine these approaches to tailor care to individual circumstances.
Online therapy with Ina is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, which makes scheduling more flexible and accessible for busy lives or those who prefer remote care. These formats support continuity of treatment and allow clients to engage in therapy from familiar settings while working toward their goals.