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Dr. Monique Thompson

Direct, practical therapy for relationships and trauma

LPC Texas

Experience
23 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Trauma and abuse
Approaches
Gottman Method, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Languages
English

About Monique

Dr. Monique Thompson is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with 23 years of clinical experience.

Background and approach

She practices from Texas and focuses on clear, direct work that aims for practical change. She often helps people managing stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, trauma and relationship ruptures.

Her style is straightforward and solution-focused. She asks simple, revealing questions that help people clarify goals and notice small shifts.

Many clients appreciate timely responses and sessions that move toward concrete steps between meetings. About 60% of the caseload involves adult survivors of sexual trauma, people struggling with addictions, and partners recovering from affairs.

She also provides general mental health counseling after hospitalization or when adults notice new symptoms. Additional work covers issues such as attachment, abandonment, caregiver stress, and communication problems.

Dr. Thompson uses several therapeutic approaches to match a person’s needs.

Her practice includes Gottman Method work for relationship concerns alongside Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and Existential Therapy. She also leads group therapy and offers pre-surgery psychological evaluations.

She is the author of Infidelity Recovery Workbook for Couples: Tools and Exercises to Rebuild Your Relationship, published in 2021. The book offers exercises and structured steps for partners rebuilding trust and communication.

Prospective clients can expect a direct, practical approach that focuses on real-world change.

How her approaches translate to online therapy

Dr. Thompson often blends Gottman Method principles for relationship repair with Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help people notice values and take committed action. Gottman-informed work focuses on improving communication patterns and rebuilding trust, which can help partners address issues like infidelity and repeated conflict. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) teaches practical skills for managing painful thoughts and emotions while moving toward a chosen life, useful for anxiety, depression, and trauma recovery.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process and she treats that as a team effort. She will talk with each person about their goals, what feels most comfortable, and try different techniques to see what helps. That collaborative stance means the plan may shift as progress and needs become clearer.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, which make therapy easier to fit into busy schedules. Video sessions allow face-to-face interaction for relational work and exercises. Phone sessions can be a simpler option when bandwidth is limited. Live chat and messaging support shorter check-ins, ongoing encouragement, and written exercises between sessions. These flexible options help people continue consistent work regardless of location or travel constraints.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does she address?
She helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, trauma and abuse, and relationship issues. Additional topics include infidelity recovery, attachment and caregiver stress.
What is her therapeutic style?
Her style is straightforward and solution-focused, with questions that clarify goals and prompt reflection. Sessions emphasize practical steps people can take between meetings.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She brings 23 years of psychotherapy experience and thousands of client hours to her work. That background informs her practical, results-oriented approach.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in Texas. Her practice and professional work are based in Texas.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients may also work with her.
What session formats are offered?
She meets with clients via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options allow for flexible ways to connect.
How is payment handled and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and uses a subscription model. The subscription can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button and completing a short matching questionnaire. Then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseBipolar disorderDepression

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Existential TherapyGottman MethodMotivational InterviewingPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

23+ years

Licensed in

Texas

Languages

English