Therapist profile
Dr. Jessica Curd, LCSW
Dr. Jessica Curd, LCSW - Stress and parenting support
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- Stress and anxiety
- Parenting concerns
- CBT and DBT techniques
About Jessica
Dr. Jessica Curd is an LCSW in Indiana with 19 years of clinical experience. She works with adults on stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, coping with life changes, ADHD, LGBT concerns, relationship issues, parenting strain, self-esteem, career questions, bipolar disorder, depression, coaching, and compassion fatigue.
Jessica uses straightforward talk and practical tools. She draws on client-centered methods to listen and understand what matters most to each person. She also brings cognitive behavioral ideas to help shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, and elements of dialectical skills for emotional regulation.
Her practice includes attention to family of origin issues, attachment concerns, abandonment, caregiving strain, chronic illness and pain, and communication problems. She also supports people facing divorce and separation, domestic violence aftermath, dissociation, and forgiveness work. The writing and outdoors activities she enjoys inform a relaxed, grounded style in sessions.
Sessions focus on clear goals and simple strategies people can try between meetings. Jessica helps people break big problems into smaller steps and track what changes. She pays attention to how life roles - such as parenting or caregiving - affect stress and coping.
Clients can expect an approach that balances listening with practical skill-work. Decisions about pacing, homework, and focus are made together. To begin, visitors follow the online matching steps to schedule an initial appointment and see the options for sessions.
How sessions work
Therapeutic approaches and how they work online
Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and understanding each person's priorities. The therapist follows the client's lead, reflects concerns back, and helps clarify what matters most in everyday life. This approach helps people who need a space to sort their thoughts and make practical decisions.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at the connections between thoughts, feelings, and actions. It uses simple exercises to test unhelpful thoughts and to build new routines. CBT is often used for anxiety, depression, and stress-related problems where changing a few habits can make day-to-day life easier.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, offers skills for managing intense emotions and improving communication. It teaches short, repeatable strategies for calming down, tolerating distress, and handling conflicts. These skills are useful for people who want clear tools to use during stressful moments.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. The therapist will talk with the client about goals, preferences, and life demands, and then recommend which methods to try. That decision is collaborative and may change as progress is tracked.
The biography did not list specific session formats, so confirm options before booking. Many people find online sessions easier to fit into busy days, allow quieter surroundings, reduce travel time, or make shorter check-ins possible. A therapist can help arrange a cadence and session length that fits a client's schedule and responsibilities.
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Experience
19+ years
Listed in
Indiana
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, ADHD, relationship strain, parenting concerns, depression, bipolar disorder, and related areas listed in her specialties.
How would you describe her therapy style?
Her style combines client-centered listening with practical skills from CBT and DBT. Sessions balance talking through issues and trying small, concrete strategies between meetings.
How much experience does she have?
She has 19 years of counseling experience working with adults on a range of concerns including grief, trauma, and caregiving stress.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is an LCSW licensed in Indiana and practices from that state.
Does she offer sessions in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English and she does not accept international clients at this time.
What session formats are available?
Specific session formats were not listed in the biography; please confirm current session options before booking.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with scheduling?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session through the platform.
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