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Fanshen ThompsonLCSW

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Location

Virtual, California

Insurance Accepted

Anthem Blue Cross Of CA, Aetna, Health Net/MHN, Cigna/Evernorth, Blue Shield of California

Communication Style

Calming, Empowering, Mindful, Open-minded, Warm

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Focus areas

Anger Issues, Anxiety, Burnout, Couples Therapy, Cultural Issues/Racial Stress, Depression, Family Conflict, Grief, Life Transitions, Premarital Counseling, Relationship Concerns, Sleep, Stress, Substance Use, Women's Issues, Workplace Stress

Experienced with

Black community, Indigenous Americans, Parents, Immigrants, Students

Years of Experience

16+

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My approach is to assist clients to connect with the strengths and resilience they may or may not be aware they have.

License number

#25004

Therapy style

My approach in sessions is to assist clients to connect with the strengths and resilience they may or may not be aware they have and support them to utilize those to make changes in their lives that are consistent with their goals in therapy. I work collaboratively with clients to be sure that therapy feels meaningful and beneficial. I believe strongly that each human has the capacity to heal, no matter how large or small their challenge appears.

Approaches

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Harm Reduction
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Relational
  • Solution-focused
  • Strengths-based

Languages Spoken

English

Education

MA - Social Work, San Francisco State University

Interests

I love taking walks with my pandemic puppy Georgia, laughing with my family, seeing live music, and eating good food!