Regina Thompson, LCSW
Licensed Clinical Social Worker – Arizona (LCSW-22387)
Direct, Practical, and Compassionate Therapy
I don’t believe in sugarcoating. Life is complicated, messy, and sometimes downright unfair—but that doesn’t mean you have to stay stuck. My approach is direct, realistic, and solution-focused, helping you move from where you are to where you want to be. I’ll listen—really listen—but I’ll also challenge you to step outside your comfort zone, recognize patterns, and make meaningful changes.
With over ten years in practice and fifteen years in the helping field, I specialize in trauma, anxiety, depression, substance use, and grief. I work with individuals, couples, and families, offering a no-nonsense, yet deeply compassionate space where you can process, heal, and grow.
My therapeutic approach draws from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Trauma-Focused Therapy. I also integrate Mindfulness and Internal Family Systems (IFS) to provide a holistic, whole-person approach that helps you develop coping skills, resilience, and self-awareness.
What You Can Expect Working With Me:
Honest, clear, and direct guidance. I won’t just sit and nod—I’ll help you break through barriers.
Practical tools and strategies. You’ll leave every session with something useful to apply in real life.
A judgment-free zone. Whether you're navigating grief, anxiety, trauma, relationships, addiction, or identity struggles, I provide a space where you can be fully yourself—without stigma.
Collaborative, goal-driven sessions. Therapy isn’t just about talking; it’s about progress. Together, we’ll identify what’s holding you back and create a plan to move forward.
Areas of Focus:
Trauma & PTSD (including childhood trauma, complex PTSD, and emotional abuse)
Anxiety & Stress Management (panic attacks, generalized anxiety, social anxiety)
Depression & Mood Disorders
Substance Use & Recovery
Grief & Loss
Parenting Challenges & Family Dynamics
Self-Esteem & Motivation
Anger Management & Emotional Regulation
ADHD & Executive Functioning
Relationship Issues, Attachment, and Communication Struggles
I Also Support Clients With:
LGBTQ+ concerns and identity exploration
Kink, BDSM, and alternative relationship dynamics
Process addictions (porn, gambling, shopping, social media)
First responder and frontline worker challenges
End-of-life counseling and hospice support
If you’re looking for a therapist who will listen, challenge, and guide you toward real change, let’s work together. You don’t have to do this alone.
Services Offered:
✅ Video, Phone, Live Chat, and Messaging Therapy
Additional areas of focus: Relationship issues, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Sleeping disorders, Career difficulties, Depression, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, Abandonment, Adoption and foster care, Attachment issues, Avoidant personality, BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture, Blended family issues, Body image, Cancer, Caregiver issues and stress, Chronic pain, illness, and disability, Codependency, Communication problems, Dependent personality, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD), Dissociation, Divorce and separation, Family problems, Fatherhood issues, Fertility issues, First responder issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Impulsivity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Men's issues, Money and financial issues, Mood disorders, Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Personality disorders, Postpartum depression, Pregnancy and childbirth, Prejudice and discrimination, Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling), Self-harm, Self-love, Sexual assault and abuse, Sexuality, Smoking / vaping cessation, Social anxiety and phobia, Traumatic brain injury, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: 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, Somatic Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems, Systemic Therapy
AZ LCSW LCSW-22387
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Regina Thompson. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
Regina is great! I'm so thankful we met!
Written on Dec 17, 2024 after therapy with Regina for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar dis
She was easy to relax and relate to. It was comfortable to chat without feeling like I'm overwhelming or a burden.
Written on Dec 11, 2024 after therapy with Regina for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self esteem, career difficulties, and adhd
Regina has a way of engaging that makes you feel like a normal human before she gives you the tools to be a normal human. There is no perpetuation of stigma in the space she holds for you- you are in control and never villainized. She truly believes in her clients and doesn’t just listen- she hears. She is realistic and sets the pace that you need. I am so appreciative of her and her approach. I am grateful I got matched with Regina.
Written on Dec 08, 2024 after therapy with Regina for 2 weeks on issues concerning addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, and coping with life changes
Regina is an incredible listener and very knowledgeable. She explains things in a very relatable way and helps guide you through what you might be feeling.
Written on Aug 03, 2024 after therapy with Regina for 2 weeks on issues concerning eating disorders
Regina is amazing and I feel that I finally found a therapist who can help me in the areas I struggle. She truly understands how I am feeling and this is so refreshing. I am so grateful to have her as a therapist!!
Written on Jul 29, 2024 after therapy with Regina for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and adhd