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Kristel Thompson-Bush

(she/her)
Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Accepts

Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, and Cigna

Specializes in

Anxiety, Depression, Grief, Loss, and Relationship Issues

Great to meet you!

Welcome! I'm so glad that you're taking time to prioritize your mental health. As a board-certified therapist, I believe mental health is crucial to finding contentment and stability in life. I’ve had the privilege of working in diverse settings, offering individual and group therapy, behavioral health assessments, in-home therapy, and crisis support. I enjoy working with adults of all ages and couples helping them navigate grief, anxiety, depression, mood disorders such as bipolar disorder, and cultural and relationship challenges. Creating safe, supportive spaces is a core value of mine, and I am proudly gender-affirming and LGBTQ+ inclusive.

A bit about my approach to therapy

I believe everyone deserves therapy that's tailored to them and allows for an active role in their healing process. My goal is to create a space where you feel comfortable, safe, and respected—so you can be open and honest without fear of judgment. I'll listen carefully, offer thoughtful feedback, challenge you when needed, and provide practical tools to help along the way. Together, we’ll draw from different therapeutic methods to find what works best for you and your unique needs.

What you can expect from our first session

In our first session, I’ll take time to get to know you and hear your story. This is a chance for you to share what you're hoping to achieve in therapy and to ask any questions you might have, so you can feel confident about working together. My goal is to create a warm, welcoming environment where you feel comfortable to speak freely, build trust, and be vulnerable, all while knowing you’re in a secure space. After the introductory session, we’ll schedule follow-up sessions to continue working toward your goals.


Kristel's style is

Solution-oriented
Affirming
Participatory

Insurance carriers Kristel accepts

Aetna
Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield
Cigna

More about Kristel

MSW (Master of Social Work) at New York University
License type: LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (Virginia)
Gender: Cisgender Female
Ethnicity: Black or African descent and Hispanic
Languages: English
Works with: Adults and Seniors
More specialties: LGBTQIA+, Stress, Cultural & Ethnic Issues, and Women's Issues
Modalities: Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Trauma Focused CBT, Strength-Based, Relational, Gottman Method / Gottman Couples, and Attachment Based