Kimberly Thornton, LCSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Kimberly is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in California
More about Kimberly
- 20 years' experience
- Female
- LCSW
Kimberly is an experienced therapist with more than 25 years in the mental health field in various settings of residential, schools, in home, non-profits, community, hospital, and outpatient settings. Kimbelry has experience working with diverse clients, adults, children, adolescents, families, couples, individuals. Kimberly is passionate about providing client centered care, providing support for clients to live healthy, safe, and balanced lives. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Family/Marital Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment (ACT), Dialectical (DBT), Motivational Interviewing,
Approach that helps to achieve the right mix of physical and mental wellbeing. Through healthy lifestyle habits it promotes a balanced state of emotional, physical, and mental health. It helps to strengthen relationships, increase confidence and life satisfaction and release stress and anxiety.
Specialties
Licenses
Kimberly Thornton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1891127312.
- LCSW · California · 28122 · Expires September 2025
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.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Kimberly Thornton offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Kimberly Thornton 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 Kimberly Thornton speak?
Kimberly Thornton speaks English.
How many years of experience does Kimberly Thornton have?
Kimberly Thornton has 20 years of experience.
Where is Kimberly Thornton licensed to practice?
Kimberly Thornton is licensed to practice in California.
Does Kimberly Thornton accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Kimberly Thornton 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."
How can I communicate with Kimberly Thornton?
Kimberly Thornton 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 Kimberly Thornton?
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.