Dr. Jessica Curd, LCSW - Therapist in Indiana

About Jessica

Dr. Jessica Curd is a licensed clinical social worker based in Indiana who helps people facing stress, anxiety, trauma, grief, parenting concerns, and identity questions. She uses straightforward talk and practical skills to help clients manage emotions, cope with life changes, and build confidence.

Her approach blends problem-solving with emotional support so people leave with usable tools. Dr. Curd draws on 19 years of experience as a social work clinician.

Background and approach

She tailors sessions to what each person needs, combining evidence-based techniques with a warm, listening style. Expect work that focuses on clear goals and steps you can try between meetings. She applies Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to notice and change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy adds skills for emotion regulation and distress tolerance when feelings feel overwhelming. Emotionally-Focused Therapy is used when relationships and connection are central concerns. Her practice also addresses ADHD and autism-related challenges, along with grief, caregiver stress, chronic illness, and communication problems.

Dr. Curd aims to make therapy concrete - teaching strategies, practicing them together, and checking progress over time. Outside of work she values time outdoors, being active, and creative writing.

That practical, life-oriented perspective shows up in sessions and guides the steps she suggests.

Approaches that translate well to online therapy

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating a respectful, listening space where the client's priorities guide the work. The therapist follows the person's lead and helps them clarify goals and choices, which can be useful for parenting concerns and life transitions.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at how thoughts, feelings, and actions connect. It teaches concrete tools to change patterns that feed anxiety or low mood and works well through video sessions or phone work where homework practice is assigned.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy, DBT, offers skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and better interpersonal communication. These practical techniques can be practiced in-session and reinforced between meetings using text or chat check-ins.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. The therapist collaborates with each person to choose methods that fit their goals, needs, and preferences. She will review what is helping and adjust the plan together so therapy stays relevant and useful.

Online formats offer flexibility for busy schedules and varied needs. Video calls let people work face to face from home. Phone sessions remove travel barriers and can feel less formal. Live chat and text-based messaging make it easier to check in between sessions or to use brief coaching when practice is needed. These options aim to make therapy fit into real life while keeping focus on progress and practical skills.

Client-Centered Therapy

The direction comes from you rather than from a set programme. The therapist offers a warm, non-judgemental space to think out loud and work at your own pace. Online, this rests on the relationship rather than on being in the same room.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

CBT looks at the link between what you think, how you feel, and what you do. You work on noticing unhelpful patterns and practising steadier responses. It suits online sessions well, because much of the work happens between appointments and can be talked through from anywhere.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

Concrete skills for riding out strong emotion, tolerating distress, and handling relationships without things escalating. The skills are practised in daily life, so between-session support by message or phone fits naturally.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Dr. Curd work with?

She supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting issues, ADHD, depression, bipolar, relationship and career concerns, and related areas such as caregiver stress and chronic illness.

What is her general therapy style?

She uses a collaborative, practical style that focuses on listening, setting clear goals, and teaching skills to manage emotions and life challenges.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She has 19 years of experience as a social work clinician working with a range of concerns from grief to neurodiversity-related issues.

What are her credentials and where is she located?

She is a licensed clinical social worker - LCSW, credential number IN LCSW 34006064A, and practices in Indiana.

Which languages are supported and can she see international clients?

Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.

What session formats are available?

She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to provide flexible ways to connect.

How are sessions paid for and what does cost look like?

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

How do I begin working with her?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to therapist availability.

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Experience: 19 years
Licensed: Indiana
Languages: English

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