Dr. Jessica Curd , LCSW

Dr. Jessica Curd is a licensed therapist in Indiana with over 17 years of counseling experience. She holds a PhD in social work, a doctoral degree that denotes advanced training in clinical practice and research, and she is a nationally certified grief and loss and end-of-life counselor, reflecting focused preparation to support people facing bereavement and end-of-life concerns.

Her clinical experience includes helping people manage stress and anxiety, recover from trauma and abuse, and cope with grief and loss. She works with clients on building self-esteem and confidence and on increasing motivation. Dr. Curd also specializes in supporting individuals with Autism and ADHD and provides guidance for parents and caregivers who are navigating those challenges.

Outside of her professional work, she enjoys spending time with family and their dog companions, being outdoors, running, hiking, camping, traveling, learning new things, and creative writing. These personal interests inform a practical, engaged approach to life and therapy.

In her practice she collaborates with clients to create an open, nonjudgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be explored. She frames seeking change as a courageous step and offers steady professional support to help people move toward a more fulfilling and satisfying life.

Approaches for Online Therapy and How They Help

Dr. Curd incorporates Client-Centered Therapy, which emphasizes the client ’s own experience and priorities and relies on empathy and collaboration to support personal growth. This approach is useful for people seeking a respectful, strength-based space to explore feelings and goals.

She also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), a practical method that helps identify unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and develop concrete strategies to reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, and stress. CBT is often applied to make measurable changes in daily routines and coping skills.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is another tool she draws on to teach emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal skills. DBT can be especially helpful when emotions feel overwhelming or when relationship conflicts and intense reactions are present.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey. Dr. Curd works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place by video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging - which makes it easier to fit therapy into busy lives. Licensed professionals and therapists can deliver these evidence-informed approaches remotely, helping people access consistent care from wherever they are.