Licensed clinical social worker recordCalifornia
Katranker Thompson, LCSW
California
Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Stress and Aging
Continue with KatrankerCredentials check
- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in California
- LCSW, licence 8000
- NPI
- 1942236898
- Experience
- 30 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- California
These details come from information Katranker supplied to BetterHelp. A licence can be checked with the social work board of the state that issued it, and an NPI with the national registry.
AAbout
- CBT methods
- Solution-focused work
- Caregiver support
About Katranker
Katranker Thompson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in California with 30 years of experience. She focuses on common life struggles such as stress, anxiety, grief, anger, depression, and coping with big life changes. She also works with people facing addictions, relationship strain, bipolar concerns, and challenges tied to aging and caregiver stress.
Her approach is direct and interactive. She helps people name the specific problem and then sets clear, practical goals. Sessions involve talking through feelings and testing small changes that can make daily life easier.
Katranker uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify unhelpful thoughts and shift behaviors that keep problems going. She also draws on Solution-Focused Therapy to map realistic steps and build on what already works. Both approaches aim to produce manageable strategies you can use between sessions.
She has a long history in social work, including work with people experiencing depression, anxiety, anger, and adjustment after life transitions. Her background includes supporting caregivers and addressing aging and geriatric issues. Katranker has also worked with Veterans and their significant others around stress and anxiety.
The first part of working together is practical: pick a goal, try a change, and review what helps. Communication between sessions is used to check progress and adjust plans. Prospective clients should confirm current session options before booking and follow the platform steps to schedule a first appointment.
BHow sessions work
How her approaches translate to online work
Both Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution-Focused Therapy adapt well to online sessions. CBT looks at the link between thoughts, feelings, and actions, and helps people test small behavioral changes to reduce anxiety or lift mood. Solution-Focused Therapy concentrates on clear, short-term goals and builds on strengths and past successes to create practical next steps.Finding the best approach is collaborative. The therapist and client will discuss goals, try methods, and adjust the plan based on what helps. She will work with the client to decide which strategies fit their priorities and daily routine.
The original biography lists telephone and video as the platforms used for therapy. If you prefer a different format, confirm available session types before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into work and family schedules, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time. The focus remains on practical problem solving and skills you can use between appointments.
CAreas of focus
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
30+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
DQuestions
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, grief, anger, depression, addictions, relationship issues, bipolar concerns, and caregiver or aging-related stress.
What is her therapeutic style?
She uses a practical, interactive style that sets clear goals and focuses on small, doable changes using CBT and solution-focused techniques.
How much experience does she have?
She brings 30 years of experience in social work, including work with people facing depression, anxiety, adjustment issues, and caregiving challenges.
What are her credentials and location?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in California.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
What session formats are used?
The original biography mentions telephone and video as platforms. Confirm current session options before booking to make sure they fit your needs.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session through the platform.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988. More crisis numbers