Cathy Thompson(She/Her/Hers)
Psychologist, PhD
California
Identity development- LGBTQIA, gender, & sexuality topics- Life transitions-Race & cultural identity- Relationship issues-Racism, oppression, and discrimination-
Cathy Thompson
(She/Her/Hers)
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Professional statement
Dr. Cathy (Cat) Thompson is a licensed psychologist who specializes in cultural and identity issues. She has a bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Sociology from the University of California, San Diego, and a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology with a Cultural Emphasis from the California School of Professional Psychology. She has done research on the racial identity development of biracial Black/White adults. She has worked with children, adults, and families in various settings, such as hospitals, crisis centers, and universities. She also served as a military psychologist in the United States Navy for four years. She currently works at the University of California San Diego Faculty and Staff Assistance Program, where she provides counseling and consultation to faculty and staff members.
Work and Education
Years of Experience: 25 years
California School of Professional Psychology, Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology with Cultural Emphasis, 1999
Licensure
California: 17056Languages
EnglishSpecialties
Identity development - Understanding, accepting, and strengthening one’s sense of self through the exploration of family, work, and personal values; addressing issues such as, race, class, gender, and sexual orientation, in the context of self experience
LGBTQIA, gender, & sexuality topics - Exploring topics of sexuality, gender, and identity; coping with discrimination and oppression; navigating relationship, family, and cultural challenges
Life transitions - Coping with difficult or impactful life changes, such as moving to a new area, relationship transitions, child rearing, or career changes; learning self-care to better manage resulting stress
Race & cultural identity - Exploring topics of racial, cultural, and ethnic background as it relates to one’s family origins and personal identity
Relationship issues - Understanding one’s wants and needs in relationships; exploring patterns of interaction, addressing concerns, and strengthening satisfaction in relationships and dating
Racism, oppression, and discrimination - Exploring how racism, oppression, and discrimination impacts one’s life, including relationships, work life, and self-esteem; growing self-care practices to combat the negative emotions that arise when faced with identity-based adverse experiences
General expertise
Treatment approaches
Clientele
- Adults (24+)
- Couples
- Parents
- Young adults (18-24)
- Loveland Therapy Fund Clients
Locations & Hours
Insurance
Cathy Thompson is not in-network with any insurances.
Read about the benefits of seeing an out-of-network provider here.
Out-of-pocket fees
- Individual sessions:$300 (50min)
- Couples sessions:$475 (80min)
- Family sessions:$475 (80min)
- Couples sessions (abbreviated) $325 (50min)
- Family sessions (abbreviated) $325 (50min)
Additional session information
Therapist's note
We currently only accept credit cards and some HSA for payment. We do not accept insurance.
We can provide an invoice or superbill for services so you can seek reimbursement through your insurance.
We also offer a service that allows you to only pay your co-insurance if your insurance reimburses for out-of-network providers. We charge a fee of $15 convenience fee for this service, but we can waive that fee if you meet certain financial criteria.