Insightful, practiced and professional, an incredible help in my journey dealing with LGBTQ identity.
Maricia Thompson, LCSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Maricia is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 4.5 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Maricia. View 3 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in New York
Recent reviews
Maricia has made my first time in therapy a great experience, I have not worked with her for long but I am eager to continue my journey with her. She enables me to put things together with such ease that I don't realize she is taking me down a specific path until after we are there. Thank you for your patience, compassion, calming aura and your ability to guide me to articulate my thoughts and feelings from a positive prospective!
More about Maricia
- 15 years' experience
- Female
- LCSW
I am a dedicated Clinical Social Worker licensed in New York with over 15 years of experience working in combined fields. I specialize in working with children and adults with special needs, individually and with their families, adults with struggles in a variety of areas including general mental health, registered sex offenders, depression, stress and anxiety disorders, general relationship challenges, self esteem and confidence building. I also help families with children both diagnosed and pre diagnosed on the autism spectrum. I work one on one with the children utilizing an intervention known as Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) and also conducting therapy with the parents and caregivers as they navigate the very difficult emotional and life changing transition that comes with such a diagnosis within the family.
My therapy approach comes from a place of compassion where one of my main goals is making sure my client feel as supported, heard and empowered as possible. Therapy is not a one size fits all and the approach used with each client individually should reflect this. I help each client articulate their thoughts and feelings in order to get a better understanding of what is causing the depression/anxiety/stress/unhappiness. I approach therapy from an integrative perspective, taking interest in the clients cultural background and experiences and tailoring a therapeutic modality that is the best fit for them. This incorporates facets of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, A Strength Based Perspective, Behavior Modification, Solution Focused, Rational Emotive, Psychodynamic and Narrative Therapy Approaches.
Just like therapy, healing is also not a one size fits all and I understand that making the first steps into therapy, and towards that healing, may have been a difficult decision and I applaud your courage for making that first step. With your desire for change and my commitment to support and empower you, we will navigate a pace that works best for you to strengthen all aspects of your body and mind and the connection they have to each other.
I look forward to working with you.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
LGBT
Parenting issues
Self esteem
Depression
Relationship issues
Intimacy-related issues
Anger management
Autism and Asperger Syndrome
Communication problems
Infidelity
Prejudice and discrimination
Self-love
Women's issues
Treatment Approaches
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative Therapy
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Maricia Thompson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1013324326.
- LCSW · New York · 092002-01 · Expires December 2026
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Maricia Thompson
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Insightful, practiced and professional, an incredible help in my journey dealing with LGBTQ identity.
Maricia has made my first time in therapy a great experience, I have not worked with her for long but I am eager to continue my journey with her. She enables me to put things together with such ease that I don't realize she is taking me down a specific path until after we are there. Thank you for your patience, compassion, calming aura and your ability to guide me to articulate my thoughts and feelings from a positive prospective!
I started BetterHelp because I was at a loss for what to do. I couldn't handle parenting and my old stand-by coping mechanisms didn't work. Maricia has really helped me dig down and figure out what scares me, what helps me find peace, and what helps me handle the difficult situations of parenting that had gotten me stuck, stressed out, and at times, angry. Maricia is very good at walking me through what I'm struggling with, helping me see patterns, and really empowering me to tackle those patterns. I came to therapy to walk through parenting difficulties, but I think that no matter what issue someone is struggling with, they would benefit from a few sessions with this therapist.
Frequently asked questions
Does Maricia Thompson offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Maricia Thompson works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Maricia Thompson speak?
Maricia Thompson speaks English.
How many years of experience does Maricia Thompson have?
Maricia Thompson has 15 years of experience.
Where is Maricia Thompson licensed to practice?
Maricia Thompson is licensed to practice in New York.
Does Maricia Thompson accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Maricia Thompson does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Maricia Thompson offer?
Maricia Thompson offers clients Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Maricia Thompson?
Maricia Thompson can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Maricia Thompson?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.