Ina Thompson, LPC
Collaborative therapy for resilience and meaningful change
- Adults and youth support
- Trauma stress and mood
- English and German sessions
About Ina Thompson
Ina Thompson is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Virginia with more than 23 years of experience supporting people through a wide range of mental health concerns and everyday life challenges. She works with adults as well as children and adolescents, helping clients navigate concerns such as depression, anxiety, stress, grief, trauma and abuse, anger and impulse control difficulties, low self-esteem, attention challenges, and adjustment to major life changes. Her background also includes work with autism spectrum-related needs, relationship and marital concerns, parenting stress, substance use issues, caregiver fatigue and burnout, and concerns affecting military members and veterans, as well as gender dysphoria and LGBTQ issues.
Her style draws from several evidence-informed modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Client-Centered Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and attachment-based skills, along with mindfulness, solution-focused strategies, motivational interviewing, psychodynamic therapy, and other goal- and strengths-oriented techniques. Ina approaches therapy with the belief that each person is the expert on their own story, and that personal strengths can be used to move through what feels stuck or overwhelming.
In sessions, she aims to foster an open, supportive environment where thoughts and emotions can be shared without judgment. Therapy is a collaborative process focused on identifying meaningful goals and building practical tools that can ease current stressors and support a more satisfying life. Ina provides therapy in English or German.
Her style draws from several evidence-informed modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Client-Centered Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and attachment-based skills, along with mindfulness, solution-focused strategies, motivational interviewing, psychodynamic therapy, and other goal- and strengths-oriented techniques. Ina approaches therapy with the belief that each person is the expert on their own story, and that personal strengths can be used to move through what feels stuck or overwhelming.
In sessions, she aims to foster an open, supportive environment where thoughts and emotions can be shared without judgment. Therapy is a collaborative process focused on identifying meaningful goals and building practical tools that can ease current stressors and support a more satisfying life. Ina provides therapy in English or German.
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?
Ina Thompson has 23 years of professional experience providing therapy.
Is Ina Thompson a licensed therapist?
Yes. Ina Thompson is an LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) and is licensed in Virginia (VA LPC 0701006300).
In which languages does Ina Thompson provide therapy?
Ina Thompson provides therapy in English and German.
Where is Ina Thompson located?
Ina Thompson is located in Virginia.
How can I work with Ina Thompson as my therapist?
You can work with Ina Thompson through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, depending on what you prefer and what is available.
Does Ina Thompson work with international clients?
No. Ina Thompson does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Ina Thompson cost?
The cost of therapy can vary based on factors like your location and the therapist’s availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For the most up-to-date pricing and details, click the “Start Therapy” button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the “Start Therapy” button and complete a short questionnaire to help match you with your 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 Tools That Translate Well to Online Care
Ina Thompson integrates structured, skills-based methods with a supportive, person-centered style to help clients work through stressors and build momentum toward meaningful goals. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on noticing patterns in thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, then practicing practical strategies that can be useful for concerns like anxiety, depression, stress, and anger.Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) emphasizes coping and emotional regulation skills, including ways to handle intense feelings, communicate more effectively, and respond thoughtfully rather than impulsively. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps clients make room for difficult internal experiences while taking values-based steps forward, which can be especially helpful during life transitions, grief, and ongoing stress.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. Ina works collaboratively with clients to understand what is bringing them to therapy, what has or has not helped in the past, and what they want to be different. Together, goals and strategies can be adjusted over time to better match needs, preferences, and day-to-day realities.
Online therapy offers flexibility in how support happens, with options that can include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. This can make it easier to stay consistent, fit sessions into a busy schedule, and access care from a comfortable, familiar setting.