- Anxiety and panic
- Addiction support
- LGBTQ affirmative
About Kimberly
Kimberly Tope, LCSW, helps people manage stress, anxiety, panic attacks, and issues related to mood and addiction. She is based in Texas and works with people who want practical tools to feel calmer and more steady. Kimberly aims to create a space where clients can talk honestly about what they are facing and begin to make small, sustainable changes.
Kimberly focuses on real-life coping skills and steady progress. She draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address anxiety, panic disorder and panic attacks, depression, and substance use concerns. Sessions emphasize learning skills for managing strong emotions and changing unhelpful habits over time.
She has six years of clinical experience and holds the Licensed Clinical Social Worker credential, LCSW. Kimberly also provides anger management certification for people who need it for court requirements or personal growth. She approaches each person as the expert in their own life and builds on existing strengths.
Kimberly is proud to work with LGBTQ+ clients and aims to offer respectful, straightforward care. She helps people talk through isolation, forgiveness, social anxiety, workplace stress, and questions about life purpose. Her style is direct, supportive, and focused on practical steps clients can try between sessions.
To begin, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule according to availability. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time, and cost varies with location and therapist availability. Confirm current session options before booking to make sure they match your needs.
Therapeutic approaches and remote care
Kimberly uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on skills and behavior change. One common approach she uses helps people learn practical strategies to reduce anxiety and manage panic attacks, such as breath-based grounding and stepwise exposure to feared situations. These techniques aim to reduce the intensity and frequency of panic symptoms over time.Another approach emphasizes recognizing and adjusting patterns of thinking and behavior that feed mood problems and substance use. This method involves identifying unhelpful thoughts, testing them against reality, and practicing alternative responses that lead to different outcomes in everyday life.
Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Kimberly works with each person to identify goals and preferences, then tailors methods to fit those priorities. She reviews progress and adjusts plans so the work stays focused and useful.
Confirm current session options before booking, as formats are not specified here. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule and allow for consistent check-ins without travel. They also let people use shorter or more flexible time blocks when needed, which can help maintain momentum between appointments.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
6+ years
Listed in
Texas
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Kimberly address?
She works with stress, anxiety, panic disorder and panic attacks, depression, addictions, and related issues like social anxiety, anger, and workplace stress.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her approach is practical and direct, focusing on building coping skills and small changes clients can use between sessions.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has six years of clinical experience working with people facing mental health and substance-related challenges.
What are her credentials and where is she located?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, licensed in Texas and practices from that state.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions paid for and how much do they cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What do I need to do to begin therapy?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a session according to the therapist's availability.