Thompson, LPC-A
Author of Black Women Can Do Therapy: Your Therapeutic Roadmap to Breakthrough
Kelly R. Thompson is a Licensed Professional Counseling Associate (LPC-A), supervised by Diana Ham, LPC-S. She earned her Master’s degree in Counseling with high academic achievement from Dallas Baptist University and holds a Bachelor of Science in Psychology with an emphasis in Drama from Oral Roberts
University. She is also a certified coach through The CaPP Institute, where she trained in coaching leaders forward. Kelly has completed 24 hours of certification in Eco-Systemic Family Therapy (ESFT) and has extensive training and experience in Imago Therapy for couples and marriage counseling. With more than 20 years of experience in the behavioral health field, Kelly specializes in trauma recovery and crisis intervention. Her compassionate heart, laser-focused skill, and direct yet supportive approach have helped thousands of individuals and families heal, grow, and build healthier patterns of living. Professional Experience
Intensive Outpatient Groups:
Leads eating disorder, mood, and anxiety groups for ERC Pathlight, teaching DBT, ACT, and mindfulness skills, incorporating behavioral activation and art therapy exercises, and facilitating process groups. Outpatient Treatment:
Owner of Ready Path Psychotherapy, PLLC
Provides Virtual outpatient treatment for Texas residents for depression, anxiety, grief, relationships, and menopause support. Provided Pastoral Behavioral Health Support for adult survivors of childhood trauma, premarital couples, and marriages at TPH Center for Counseling and Behavioral Health. International Coaching Work:
Recognized worldwide as a master coach and lay minister through Ready Path Wellness Solutions, PLLC, guiding clients in health, career, purpose, boundaries, and inner growth. Intensive In-Home Support:
Assisted severely dysregulated children and families in the Raleigh/Durham area during the pandemic. Intake & Assessment:
Provided care and resources to more than 6,000 crisis cases at The Potter’s House. Academic Teaching:
Appointed adjunct faculty at Pepperdine University Graduate School of Education and Psychology. Radio Broadcasting:
Host of Conversations with Kelly and The Navigation Room, interviewing leaders on faith, family, and health through Life Choice Radio, reaching audiences from Dallas, TX to Pakistan. Recent Speaking:
2025 Terri Raven Ministries - Monthly Exhortation and Mental Health Check In, Raleigh, NC
2025 Mind Over Stigma-The Bridge Frisco Young Adult Ministry Mental Health Professional Panelist
2024 International Leadership Summit Panelist for Mental Health
2024 The Armstrong Center For Hope - Wednesdays At The Well [- Supporting Menopausal Clients: What Every Therapist Needs To Know
2023/2-2024 Facebook Live Faith-Based collab; Psychoeducation Series
Editorial Research & Writing:
Tenured psycho-social editorial researcher for Bishop T.D. Jakes, contributing to his New York Times bestselling works (Destiny, Instincts: The Power to Unleash Your Inborn Drive, and Let It Go: Forgive So You Can Be Forgiven), supporting his top-rated daytime talk show, and contributing op-eds and research-based articles to nationally recognized publications. Advocacy:
Featured at Duke University’s Global Center for Women’s Health & Technologies / Pratt School of Engineering for advocacy in minority women’s health through artistic writing and oration. Moderator for Surgical Menopause Support Group of 12.2K members, facilitator of discussions on menopause, and clinical trainer of therapists regarding identifying perimenopause and menopause symptoms, implementing supportive interventions, and referring clients to appropriate resources during this life transition. Therapeutic Approach:
Kelly integrates psychodynamic therapy, narrative and creative expression, CBT, DBT, ACT, and ESFT, with a faith-based perspective woven throughout, tailoring treatment to meet the unique needs of each client. Memberships & Affiliations
APA (Divisions 38, 10, & 36); AACC; ABSAME; ESFT; Emerald Classic Theatre. Availability:
Counseling Services: Provided through Ready Path Psychotherapy, PLLC (supervised by Diana Ham, LPC-S). Coaching Services: Offered through Ready Path Wellness Solutions, PLLC. Appointments and inquiries may be made at KellyRThompson.com or via her
Psychology Today profile: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/kelly-r-thompson-ready-path-psychotherapy-pllc-mckinney-tx/1019863
