Therapist profile
Jshaquerriah Ferguson, LCSW
Indiana
Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Anger and Anxiety
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- CredentialsLCSW
- LicenseLCSW, Kentucky / LCSW00001139; LCSW, Indiana / 34012544A
- NPI1881565315
- Experience4 years
- LanguagesEnglish
- LocationIndiana
About
- evidence-based techniques
- Christian-informed option
- skills for emotion regulation
About Jshaquerriah
Jshaquerriah Ferguson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Indiana with four years of experience. She helps people who are coping with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger, low self-esteem, and depression. Sessions may also address related issues like abandonment, caregiving strain, communication problems, and isolation.
Her style is straightforward and practical. She uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help clients notice patterns, manage strong emotions, and make small changes that add up. Conversations focus on what is happening now and what can be tried between sessions to reduce reactivity and improve daily functioning.
Jshaquerriah can integrate Christian-informed counseling when a client requests it, bringing spiritual values into sessions while respecting each person's beliefs. She describes therapy as collaborative and paced to the client's comfort, with concrete steps rather than long abstract plans.
In typical sessions she listens for triggers, helps name feelings, and works through behavioral changes to handle anger and stress more effectively. She also addresses trauma-related symptoms and supports people working through grief, separation, or family-related strain.
Her background as an LCSW means she brings clinical social work training to conversations about coping, support systems, and navigating life stressors. People who want clear, doable strategies for managing anger, anxiety, or low mood may find her approach practical and direct.
How sessions work
How therapeutic methods translate to online sessions
Many of the evidence-based techniques Jshaquerriah uses focus on emotion regulation and behavior change. One common approach teaches skills to notice bodily signs of anger, pause, and use breathing or grounding to reduce escalation; this helps in situations like snapping at a partner or feeling overwhelmed at work. Another approach addresses trauma-related reactions by helping people process distressing memories and learn safety-focused coping strategies that reduce intrusive reminders and intense emotional responses.Choosing an approach is collaborative. Jshaquerriah will work with each client to figure out which techniques fit their goals and preferences. That process may include trying different strategies over a few sessions and adjusting based on what helps most with anger, anxiety, or low mood.
Session formats were not specified in the original profile, so confirm available options before booking. Online work can make sessions easier to fit into a busy week and allows for shorter check-ins when needed. It can also remove travel time and let someone schedule therapy during a lunch break or between commitments. Licensed professionals often adapt exercises for a virtual visit so clients can practice skills between sessions.
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Experience
4+ years
Listed in
Kentucky, Indiana
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger, self-esteem, and depression, plus related issues like abandonment, caregiver stress, and isolation.
How would she describe her therapeutic approach?
She uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques and practical steps to manage emotions, reduce reactivity, and improve daily functioning.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has four years of experience providing mental health services as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is an LCSW licensed in Kentucky and Indiana and practices from Indiana.
Does she offer sessions in other languages or accept international clients?
Sessions are offered in English and she does not accept international clients at this time.
What session formats are available?
The original profile does not list specific session formats; confirm the current session options before booking.
How are sessions paid for and what does cost look like?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with a first appointment?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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