LCSW

Dr. Jessica Curd, LCSW

Experience19 years
LocationIndiana
Focus areasADHD, Stress and Anxiety, and Trauma and abuse
Therapy approachesClient-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

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About Jessica

Dr. Jessica Curd is an LCSW-based therapist in Indiana who supports people facing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, life transitions, ADHD, depression, bipolar disorder, relationship challenges, parenting concerns, self-esteem issues, career questions, and compassion fatigue.

Background and approach

She also works with a broad range of related concerns such as abandonment, attachment issues, autism and Asperger syndrome, caregiver stress, chronic illness and pain, codependency, communication difficulties, dissociation, divorce and separation, domestic violence, family of origin problems, and forgiveness.

With 19 years of clinical experience, she brings a collaborative, client-centered style that emphasizes listening and building a respectful therapeutic partnership. Her approach integrates evidence-based methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), and existential perspectives to address symptoms, patterns, and meaning in clients' lives.

Dr. Curd aims to help people increase coping skills, boost motivation, and improve emotional regulation through practical tools and reflective work.

Sessions are offered through multiple online formats to fit different schedules and preferences. She provides support in English and practices from Indiana as an LCSW under license number IN LCSW 34006064A.

Prospective clients can begin by using the platform’s matching process and scheduling according to her availability.

Approaches that guide online therapy and practical options

Client-centered therapy focuses on creating a respectful, empathic relationship where the client’s perspectives guide the work; it helps when someone needs a supportive space to explore feelings and make personal changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) offers concrete skills to identify and shift unhelpful thinking and behaviors, which can be especially useful for anxiety, depression, and motivation concerns. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) emphasizes emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness and can be helpful for people managing intense emotions or patterns that interfere with daily functioning.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with each person to understand their goals, symptoms, and preferences and then blend methods as needed so the plan fits the individual rather than forcing a single technique.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, giving flexibility for different lifestyles and schedules. These formats make it easier to access consistent care without commuting, and they allow sessions to adapt to what works best for communication and practice between meetings.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does she commonly address?

She works with a wide range of issues including stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, ADHD, depression, bipolar disorder, relationship and parenting challenges, self-esteem, career concerns, and compassion fatigue.

What is her general therapeutic style?

Her style is collaborative and client-centered, prioritizing empathy and partnership while helping clients explore thoughts, feelings, and goals in a nonjudgmental way.

How long has she practiced clinically?

She has 19 years of counseling experience working with diverse concerns and integrating multiple therapeutic approaches to support client needs.

Where is she licensed and practicing?

She is licensed in Indiana as an LCSW with license number IN LCSW 34006064A and offers services from that location.

Does she provide therapy in other languages or to international clients?

Sessions are offered in English only, and she is not accepting international clients at this time.

Which session formats are available?

Clients can work with her via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging according to their preferences and schedule.

How are fees and subscriptions handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

What is the process for getting started?

Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling sessions based on the therapist’s availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, Anxiety Trauma and abuse Grief Coping with life changes ADHD

Also works with

LGBTRelationship issuesParenting issuesSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoachingCompassion fatigue

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issues Autism and Asperger SyndromeCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommunication problemsDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / loneliness Life purposeMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Existential TherapyEye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)Imago Relationship TherapyMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapySomatic TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

19+ years

Licensed

Indiana

Languages

English