Licensed to practice in California and accepts 72 insurances. Specializes in Anxiety, Depression, Trauma and PTSD and 7 more.
Wisdom Thompson
(she/her)
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About me
Hi, my name is Wisdom and I am a LCSW. I have 7+s years as a therapist and became licensed in 2023. I received my undergraduate degree in 2013 from UCSB and my MSW in 2018 from CSUSM. I am certified in (C-DBT) , Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP). I believe that trauma, that is unprocessed and/or not fully integrated, can become stored in our bodies and lead to somatic, body, and/or emotional "tor-mentors" (Schwartz, 2023). As such, I utilize Complementary Alternative Medicine (CAM), such as massage therapy, acupuncture, meditation, and yoga, in therapy sessions and/or bridge outside connections to these resources. I am an Internal Family Systems (IFS) informed clinician and apply parts work in sessions that helps illuminate segments of ourself that holds onto certain burdens. Navigating through life can be quite complicated, though whether you choose to Accept this or not can allow room for Change or continued suffering.
Get to know me
In our first session together, here's what you can expect
During our first session, I will get to know you and what your goals are in treatment, including the symptoms that interfere with your daily life. As a team we will identify and develop a plan that is individualized and supported by evidence based practices (EBP). Strengths, interests, and hopes will also be identified and incorporated into a self-care routine that can help replenish and nurture change and growth. I may ask standardized questions, though you are the expert on yourself and
The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions
I believe that one of my greatest strengths lies in being able to self-reflect, introspection. I realize that I do not have all the answers, and never will have all the answers. Though with this understanding comes the ability to seek out the answer and learn from others.
The clients I'm best positioned to serve
I primarily work with adults (18+) who seek support for their anxiety, depression, and Trauma related symptoms. Often times along with these struggles comes a decrease in self-esteem, shame, or guilt that can further hinder progress. Our mind and body operate co-currently and thus a goal in treatment is to target both somatic and emotional "psychological kernels" (Jana Fisher) that may interfere with your daily life. Trauma often involves "normal responses to abnormal situations" (Mate, 2010) and the ability to normalization this is important and can be transformative.
Specialties
Top specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Trauma and PTSD
Other specialties
Addiction
Coping Skills
Racism
Self Esteem
Sexual Abuse
Substance Misuse
Suicidal Ideation
Identifies as
Black / African American
Woman
Serves ages
Adults (18 to 64)
Licensed in
California
Accepts
Aetna
Aetna - ASR Health Benefits
Aetna - Allied Benefits
Aetna - Lucent Health
Aetna - Luminare
Aetna - Medicare
Aetna - Moda
Aetna - WebTPA
Aetna – HealthEZ
All Savers
Ambetter from Health Net
Amerihealth Administrators
Amerihealth NJ Medicare Advantage
Anthem
Blue Cross
Independence Administrators
Independence Blue Cross
Arlo
AvMed
Blue Shield
Blue Shield of California - Medicare
Independence Personal Choice 65 PPO
Independence Keystone 65 HMO
Carelon Behavioral Health (Commercial)
Sutter Health Plan
IHSS Healthy Workers
Cash - $80 per session
Centivo
Central California Alliance for Health (Medi-Cal)
Cigna
Cigna - HealthEZ
EAP:Cigna
EAP:Evernorth
EAP:UnitedHealthcare/Optum
Evernorth
GTEB
Gold Coast Health Plan (Medi-Cal)
Gold Coast Health Plan Total Care Advantage (HMO D-SNP)
Golden Rule
Harvard Pilgrim/UnitedHealthcare
Health Net (Commercial)
Health Net (Medi-Cal)
Community Health Plan of Imperial Valley (Medi-Cal)
CalViva Health (Medi-Cal)
Health Plan of San Joaquin/Mountain Valley Health Plan – Medi-Cal
Humana - Medicare
Humana Dual (Medicare & Medicaid)
L.A. Care PASC-SEIU
L.A. Care Covered
L.A. Care Covered Direct
L.A. Care Health Plan (Medi-Cal)
L.A. Care Medicare Plus (HMO D-SNP)
UnitedHealthcare/Optum
Optum
OptumHealth Complex Medical Conditions
Oscar
Oxford
Partnership HealthPlan of California (Medi-Cal)
SFHP Care Plus (HMO D-SNP)
San Francisco Health Plan (Medi-Cal)
Santa Clara Family Health Plan - Medi-Cal
Scripps Health Plan
Sharp Health Plan
Surest (formerly Bind)
Tufts Health/Cigna
United Medical Resources
UnitedHealthcare Dual (Medicare & Medicaid)
UnitedHealthcare Life Insurance
UnitedHealthcare Shared Services
UnitedHealthcare StudentResources
UnitedHealthcare/Optum - Medicare
UnitedHealthcare Complete Care (C-SNP)
Location
Virtual
My treatment methods
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
I have been certified in DBT (C-DBT) and utilize the four pillars Mindfulness, Distress Tolerance, Interpersonal Effectiveness, and Emotional Regulation skills. These skills help facilitate a space for those who struggle with managing symptoms. This bottom- up approach allows us to work from a place where trauma is often stored, the body.
Polyvagal Therapy
I have taken several Polyvagal courses and utilize this approach to help those who have identified trauma remain regulated and understand our bodies response to the impact of trauma. I also hold a CCTP (Certified Clinical Trauma Professional) certificate that has allowed my to incorporated Polyvagal therapy and somatics, targeting both the body and mind simultaneously.
Psychoeducation
I believe that psychoeducation is the foundation to healing. My trainings and certifications have provided me with education about the mind-body connection and how our natural responses to external stimuli is biology based and should be normalized. Its hard to "fix" what you don't know. Being educated on these matters is very important and something that I often refer back to as the sessions continue.
5 ratings with written reviews
February 25, 2026
Wisdom is so caring in her approach & delivery. She provides context & perspective, integrating past sessions & building a steady web of support systems. Her work is invaluable as is her gentle approach.
Verified client, age 25-34
December 1, 2025
Wisdom let me walk her through the journey I have had so far, both with my extreme traumas and my work towards healing myself. She was able to pick up right from where I was in my healing and move forward with out having to rehash the stuff I already dealt with. I feel understood and feel no negative judgments from Wisdom. I wish I could clone her so she could be my wife's therapist as well. Thank you Wisdom.
Verified client, age 55-64
October 8, 2025
My first meeting with Wisdom was very promising. She was able to make me feel like I am in good hands. Very knowledgable about how to treat my PTSD and other symtoms. I look forward to developing a deeper trust and working on my issues.