About Thiesha
Thiesha Ricketts is a licensed clinical social worker with seven years of experience. She helps people who are feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, trauma or abuse. Thiesha also supports clients navigating major life changes and those trying to regain motivation and confidence.
She draws on experience from behavioral health and the medical field. Sessions focus on clear, practical steps you can use between meetings. Thiesha aims to build an open space where people can talk about their thoughts and feelings without judgment.
How Thiesha works
Her work emphasizes treating and preventing emotional and behavioral difficulties. She listens for what matters most to each person and tailors the work to fit their goals. Progress can come from small, steady changes and learning new ways to cope.
Thiesha holds LCSW credentials and is licensed in Illinois and Indiana. She frames therapy as a partnership and encourages clients to take an active role in shaping their path forward. The first visit typically focuses on understanding current struggles and setting practical goals.
People who want straightforward support and hands-on coping tools often find this approach helpful. Thiesha offers multiple ways to meet, so therapy can fit into busy schedules. She emphasizes respect, patience, and steady encouragement throughout the process.
What Thiesha works with
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Training and background
| Register | LCSW |
|---|---|
| Years in practice | 7 |
| Languages | English |
| Session format | Online: video, phone, live chat or messaging |
| Country | Indiana |
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Approaches and online therapy options
Thiesha uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques focused on practical change. One common approach is skills-based coping work that teaches tools for managing stress and anxiety, such as breathing, grounding, and thought-challenging strategies. These techniques help when anxiety or stress make daily tasks harder.Another approach emphasizes trauma-informed support that helps people make sense of difficult experiences and reduce their impact on daily life. This work often involves pacing the conversation, building safety, and learning ways to manage strong emotions over time.
Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss options, listen to your goals, and adjust methods to match what helps most. Together you decide whether to focus on coping skills, trauma processing, mood management, or a mix of techniques.
Online therapy offers several practical benefits. Video calls let you work face-to-face from wherever you are, while phone sessions use less bandwidth and can fit into a busy day. Live chat and text-based messaging make it easy to check in between sessions or use brief support when schedules are tight. These options are designed to make regular work on goals more flexible and accessible.
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