Pyol Thompson , LCPC

Pyol Thompson is a non-binary, pansexual, fem-presenting queer multiracial therapist who centers work with people and communities often pushed to the margins. Pyol is driven to support clients from LGBTQ, polyamorous, and kink communities, as well as individuals navigating multiracial family dynamics and identities that may feel overlooked or misunderstood.

Having witnessed how stressful it can be to live on the borders of social acceptance, Pyol creates a non-judgmental space where concerns that are frequently unheard can be named and explored. Pyol offers motivational talk therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and is certified in basic EMDR therapy to address trauma, anxiety, depression, and grief. Pyol also holds an LCPC - a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor - reflecting formal clinical training and licensure.

The therapeutic aim is to empower clients to develop lasting coping skills so they can manage challenges without ongoing intervention. Pyol frames change as a collaborative process that requires steady, mutual effort and attention to small shifts that add up over time. With a focus on compassion, validation, and practical tools, Pyol seeks to help people recognize their value and build resilience. Pyol looks forward to seeing if there is a good fit to begin that work together.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Pyol draws from evidence-based methods to tailor care to each person's needs. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying patterns of thinking and behavior that contribute to stress or mood concerns and teaches practical skills to shift those patterns; it is often helpful for anxiety, depression, sleep difficulties, and everyday coping. EMDR, provided at a basic certification level, uses structured attention to help the brain process and reduce the intensity of traumatic memories and the symptoms that follow trauma. Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative, nonconfrontational method that helps people find their own reasons for change and strengthen motivation when facing difficult life transitions or persistent habits.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Pyol will work collaboratively with each client to explore goals, preferences, and needs, and will recommend or combine approaches that best match the situation. The focus is on finding practical, respectful strategies that fit each person.

Online therapy options - including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging - provide flexibility for scheduling around work, family, and accessibility needs. These formats make it easier to maintain continuity of care, engage in shorter check-ins or in-depth sessions, and access licensed professionals from different locations, which can support sustained progress and greater convenience.