Gina McKinney-Thompson , LCSW

Gina McKinney-Thompson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in New York with 30 years of professional experience. She provides therapy for people coping with stress and anxiety, survivors of trauma and abuse, and those managing bipolar disorder or depression. Her practice emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and compassion as core elements of care.

Gina customizes conversations and treatment plans to reflect each person's distinct circumstances and goals. She works collaboratively to identify practical steps forward while honoring the courage it takes to seek change. Her aim is to support and empower clients as they move toward a more fulfilling and balanced life.

Throughout her career she has focused on creating an environment where people feel heard and understood, and where treatment is adapted to meet specific needs. As an experienced New York LCSW, she combines clinical knowledge with a person-centered approach to help clients navigate difficult emotions and life transitions.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care with Gina McKinney-Thompson

Gina McKinney-Thompson employs Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Attachment-Based Therapy along with a client-centered stance to guide online work. ACT focuses on helping people clarify their values and build psychological flexibility - it supports those struggling with anxiety, depression, and difficult life transitions by teaching skills to accept feelings while pursuing meaningful goals. Attachment-Based Therapy explores early relationship patterns and how they shape current connections - it can be especially useful for clients dealing with relationship challenges, abandonment, or attachment-related difficulties.

Gina pairs these approaches with a client-centered outlook that prioritizes the person in front of her, shaping treatment collaboratively around each individual’s needs and preferences. She works with clients to determine which methods fit best, adjusting the plan as therapy progresses to remain aligned with goals.

Online therapy with Gina can take place via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for varying schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care, access support from different locations, and choose the communication style that works best for each person.