Paul Thompson
Illinois LCSW focused on stress, anxiety, and anger
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About
Paul Thompson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Illinois with four years of professional therapy experience and fourteen years in the mental health field. He works with people facing stress, depression, anxiety, and challenges with anger management, offering steady support as they identify concerns and consider change.
He approaches care from a strengths-based, collaborative stance, respecting that each person brings knowledge and resources from their own life. He acknowledges that beginning therapy can take courage and affirms the effort involved in taking that step.
In sessions he partners with clients to explore what is most pressing, to surface strengths that can be applied to current difficulties, and to develop practical steps that align with each person’s priorities. He practices in Illinois and conducts work in English, maintaining a professional and approachable manner while focusing on the matters brought by those seeking support.
He approaches care from a strengths-based, collaborative stance, respecting that each person brings knowledge and resources from their own life. He acknowledges that beginning therapy can take courage and affirms the effort involved in taking that step.
In sessions he partners with clients to explore what is most pressing, to surface strengths that can be applied to current difficulties, and to develop practical steps that align with each person’s priorities. He practices in Illinois and conducts work in English, maintaining a professional and approachable manner while focusing on the matters brought by those seeking support.
- Location:
- Illinois, United States
- Years Experience:
- 4
- Gender:
- Male
- Languages Spoken:
- English
- Therapist of Color:
- No
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:Stress, Anxiety, Anger management
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: IL LCSW 149.030393
- NPI Number: 1922742972
- License: LCSW (Illinois)
Online and remote care with a strengths-based focus
Paul Thompson frames remote sessions around collaboration and respect for each person’s expertise in their own life. One documented emphasis in his profile is a strengths-based perspective. In accessible terms, that means he helps clients identify existing skills and resources and then uses those as a foundation for addressing stress, anxiety, depression, and anger-related concerns.
Another documented element is a client-centered collaboration in which the therapist and client work together to set goals and choose steps that fit the client’s priorities. This approach supports practical problem solving and the development of coping strategies that align with a person’s values and circumstances.
Paul offers remote sessions using video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These communication options allow clients to connect in the way that feels most comfortable while maintaining a collaborative, strengths-focused process.
What is Paul Thompson's clinical experience?
He has four years of professional therapy experience and fourteen years working in the mental health field.
What credentials does he hold?
Paul is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), licensed in Illinois. License details: IL LCSW 149.030393.
Which languages does he use in sessions?
He conducts sessions in English.
Where is he based?
He is licensed and practices in Illinois.
How can clients work with him remotely?
Communication options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging.
Does he accept international clients?
This profile indicates he does not accept international clients.
How is cost handled?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to get started?
To begin, use the Start Therapy button and complete a short matching questionnaire.