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Judy Thompson, LMFT

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Judy is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

4.7 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Judy. View 43 reviews
Great news, Judy is accepting new clients!
She is normally fully-booked.
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in California and Florida

Recent reviews

Judy is awesome. She listens and takes time to really understand and support you through whatever situation you are facing. She provides applicable resources and navigates you through them. Very patient and knowledgeable

Reviewed April 2025

Judy is very knowledgeable and Super understanding with her responses in therapy. She delivers kindness and takes the time to make sure her delivery is understood. She offers the right questions to spark insightful discussions!

Reviewed March 2025

More about Judy

  • 12 years' experience
  • Female
  • LMFT

My name is Judy Thompson. I have been a licensed marriage and family therapist since 2015.

My communication style is supportive and educational.

My approaches include Family Systems (good for understanding and improving boundaries, communication, and relationship dynamics); Motivational Interviewing (good for addressing 'addictions', codependency, and persistent compulsive behaviors); and 12-Step Recovery approach (helpful in learning to apply spiritual/biblical principles to find greater peace in one's self and in one's relationships).

I offer 30 - 45 minute PHONE sessions (only). Subscribers typically schedule sessions once a week, but are welcome to schedule more frequently.

Specialties

Relationship issues Family conflicts Abandonment Attachment issues Blended family issues Codependency Control issues Divorce and separation Emptiness Family problems Life purpose Post-traumatic stress

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Existential Therapy
  • Gottman Method
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Judy Thompson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1811321268.

  • LMFT · California · 86907 · Expires December 2026
  • LMFT · Florida · MT3344 · Expires March 2027

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling, sometimes called teletherapy, refers to talk therapy delivered remotely through digital platforms, such as video calls, phone calls, or chat. It can be a great option for people who face barriers to traditional face-to-face therapy, such as those living in remote areas, individuals with mobility issues, or people with busy schedules that make it difficult to attend in-person sessions.

Teletherapy also offers greater convenience and flexibility, allowing clients to access care from the comfort of their homes. Research shows that the treatment outcomes with online counseling are often just as effective as with traditional therapy, providing a viable alternative for individuals seeking mental health support.

Reviews for Judy Thompson

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

4.7

43 reviews

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Judy is awesome. She listens and takes time to really understand and support you through whatever situation you are facing. She provides applicable resources and navigates you through them. Very patient and knowledgeable

Reviewed April 2025

Judy is very knowledgeable and Super understanding with her responses in therapy. She delivers kindness and takes the time to make sure her delivery is understood. She offers the right questions to spark insightful discussions!

Reviewed March 2025

Judy is kind and very professional. She strikes a lovely balance of listening, letting the session unfold, and then bringing it to a close with wise reflection and very helpful insights. She is a fabulous partner in my growth moment. Thank you, Judy!

Reviewed January 2025

Judy's listening skills are finely honed and she completely understands what and how I express myself. I greatly appreciate her kindness & empathy,

Reviewed November 2024

Judy is a great therapist. She is gentle, professional, and knowledgeable. She is a great listener, provides helpful resources and really shows care and concern. I felt comfortable with her right away and really enjoy our sessions and look forward to the next one.

Reviewed November 2024

I like that she’s upfront and direct with me. I have a strong personality and I need someone to put me in my place when needed. Lol

Reviewed November 2024

Judy is very hopeful and attentive. She checks in on me often to see how I’m doing. She is really caring.

Reviewed November 2024

Judy is an incredible therapist! Her experience, patience, and care stand out! She asks the right questions and truly listens. I give her a 10 out of 10!

Reviewed July 2024

Within a couple of sessions and Judy has challenged me in various ways, given me tools to try, and pointed out things I would not have thought of myself.

Reviewed May 2024

Judy's wisdom and questions have been such a light for me! I have stopped and restarted therapy and always when I come back, it is so helpful. She is quick to respond and so thorough with her responses that help me create a better sense of myself and my needs and processing.

Reviewed January 2024

Judy is a wonderful listener definitely would recommend her. Lots of good advice, and she remembers things.

Reviewed November 2023

She is very Professional and she comes up with great solutions to help me heal.

Reviewed July 2023

Judy is wise and thoughtful. I appreciate her counseling

Reviewed June 2023

Grateful for Judy and her wisdom. She is warm and caring and has lots of life experiences. It’s nice to have a therapist you can trust and feel heard.

Reviewed April 2023

Judy is such a help and encouragement to me! She is a good listener and offers wise counsel.

Reviewed April 2023

Judy was warm, encouraging, compassionate and attentive from the moment I selected her as my therapist. She immediately reached out to me via messaging, asked questions that built a safe and open communication. Within the first 5 minutes of our initial therapy session I knew I was in good hands and had the right person. She heard me, reflected and gave me homework which I welcomed. I for the first time in over a year feel hopeful for my future.

Reviewed March 2023

I already recommended Judy to someone who seeks help.

Reviewed March 2023

So far so good, she listens to all of my garbage coming out of my mouth and responds in a manner that allows me to think about things without getting defensive. She appears to me that she will be a great cheerleader in getting me back on a better track to my life improving with my own work and her tool box of ways to help me.

Reviewed February 2023

Judy takes in all the information and then is answers me with questions I wouldn’t think to ask myself, and her response time is great.

Reviewed February 2023

I got so many gems from working with Judy -- she helped me see old issues in new ways and trust myself more. I was impressed by how she took time to get more information about things I was working with and remember than session after session. Judy makes you feel cared for.

Reviewed February 2023

Judy Thompson has been an amazing support for me. She is professional, thoughtful, kind and thorough. She has provided me with great tools to help me sort through my issues.

Reviewed December 2022

I went through maybe four or five other counselors before finding Judy. It’s hard to put into words, but I could not ask for a better match with someone who has experience wisdom empathy, loves God and truly wants to help. I’m in a much better place as a result of time spent with her. She is gentle and kind and loves the Lord and yet can be very bold telling me what I need to hear in a way that I can understand. I highly recommend her but I hesitate doing that because if I do then she may come so busy I won’t be able to get an appointment!

Reviewed February 2022

Judy has listened intently, offered advice, and encourages me all the way. I didn't think I would ever find another therapist like Marcella. Thank God I found Judy. A lot of our philosophies of life align completely. I feel very fortunate and blessed to have Judy Thompson as my therapist. Thank you. Faithful Counseling/BetterHelp.

Reviewed February 2021

Ms. Judy Thompson has a listening ear. She lets you talk and then give a response. She do her best to help you to feel free, open up and talk. God's Word is also use in your time with her. Thank you. God bless you, Ms. Judy Thompson.

Reviewed November 2020

Judy helped me through a time of crisis related to a complicated (for me) negative relationship with a supervisor which turned out to trigger childhood traumas. She used cognitive process therapy tools and helped me to separate my worth from how I was treated by my abusers. I always felt a balance of encouragement and challenge to think differently. I highly recommend her!

Reviewed November 2022

Judy right away made me feel at home. She's kind , smart and a great listener and is very compassionate too! I'm liking my visits and she's helping me find my way - MY WAY!! THANK YOU JUDY I CANT WAIT TO SEE WHAT'S UP ahead for me....I'm so hopeful now!!!

Reviewed July 2022

I have seen two therapists with BetterHelp and have been very happy with them both as well as the transfer from one to the other (due to my desire for a deeper look at traumas I wanted to work on with someone more experienced with them).

Reviewed March 2022

Judy is the best. She offers insight into how I view the world and she is so encouraging and you can tell she cares.

Reviewed February 2022

Judy has been wonderful and very informative. She has helped me get though a rough patch in my life and I feel better. I am better equipped to handle my anxiety and negative thoughts. The variety of ways of communication is great. Thank you!

Reviewed January 2022

Kind supportive respectful

Reviewed November 2021

Judy, is a kind and amazing therapist. She has helped me through my difficult process. I would highly recommend her

Reviewed September 2021

Judy is great, kind, compassionate and informative :).

Reviewed May 2021

Judy has been a god sent me

Reviewed April 2021

Judy is incredibly helpful and is so empathetic to my problems and concerns. She is so understanding, and I never feel any judgment from her. I would absolutely recommend her to anyone who is looking for some extra support.

Reviewed February 2021

Judy’s compassion and ability to focus on clients’ needs and struggles but also identify what is best for a family unit especially those with children is extremely valuable in not only growing as a person but as a parent.

Reviewed February 2021

Judy has helped me with giving practical insights and tools on how to process some tangled relationships in my life. I love her caring spirit and appreciate her practical knowledge ! Highly recommend Judy!

Reviewed February 2021

Judy is a great listener. She is very empathetic and is great with helping me problem-solve and think more critically. She has helped me to understand that I can talk about and explore my past and that this is not complaining/dwelling- it is part of understanding myself and healing.

Reviewed January 2021

She’s a great active listener and offers meaningful insight

Reviewed December 2020

I have only had one session with her, but I was impressed and I am looking forward to working with her.

Reviewed December 2020

Absolutely amazing sessions. She’s very kind and a good listener. Implementing some of her strategies really helped me. Would definitely do this again.

Reviewed December 2020

Judy is an amazing listener. She offers guidance and support and I am very thankful and grateful for her.

Reviewed November 2020

Judy is real good, she is really helping me a lot. Every week I’m learning something new about myself and I’m changing day by day.

Reviewed November 2020

My counseling Miss Judy is so helpful and lovely to talk to and comfortable

Reviewed November 2020

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Frequently asked questions

Does Judy Thompson offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Judy Thompson works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Judy Thompson speak?

Judy Thompson speaks English.

How many years of experience does Judy Thompson have?

Judy Thompson has 12 years of experience.

Where is Judy Thompson licensed to practice?

Judy Thompson is licensed to practice in California and Florida.

Does Judy Thompson accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Judy Thompson does not accept clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Judy Thompson offer?

Judy Thompson offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Existential Therapy, Gottman Method, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Judy Thompson?

Judy Thompson can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Judy Thompson?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.