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Entry 318559California / United States

Jerrica Barksdale

Jerrica Barksdale, LMFT

California 3 years in practice

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LMFT in California - self esteem and stress

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  • Stress and anxiety
  • Self esteem work
  • Identity and boundaries

About Jerrica

LMFT in California with three years of experience, Jerrica Barksdale helps people strengthen self-esteem and manage stress, anxiety, anger, depression, and major life changes. She focuses on helping clients reconnect with their sense of identity and voice so they can act with more clarity and confidence.

Barksdale describes her work as collaborative and strengths-based. She uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help people name patterns that keep them stuck. Sessions include practical tools for emotional regulation and clearer boundaries.

She pays attention to how past relationships and beliefs shape self-image. Conversations often look at identity development and how relational patterns affect everyday choices. The goal is to move from self-doubt toward more stable self-trust through steady, focused work.

When clients want it, faith and spirituality can be part of the sessions. Any spiritual work is client-led and integrated respectfully alongside other approaches. Barksdale says faith can offer meaning and resilience when it fits the client’s values.

Her style combines straightforward feedback with practical skills practice. Clients can expect a mix of talking through problems, learning short skills, and setting small goals between sessions. The emphasis is on usable steps rather than abstract insight.

Before starting, people typically complete a brief matching questionnaire and schedule a first session. Sessions are delivered through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. Confirm the current session formats before booking.

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How her approaches translate to online work

She uses evidence-based techniques such as cognitive-behavioral methods and mindfulness-based practices. Cognitive-behavioral methods focus on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing small behavior changes that reduce anxiety and low mood. Mindfulness-based practices teach short attention and breathing exercises to help manage strong feelings and improve emotional regulation.

She describes the choice of approach as a collaborative decision. The therapist and client review concerns, goals, and preferences together and then try methods that fit the person’s needs. Adjustments are made over time based on what is helpful in session work.

Practical benefits of working remotely include fitting sessions into a busy schedule and reducing commute time. Online work can make it easier to attend regular sessions and practice skills between appointments. The original biography does not specify which session formats are offered, so confirm current session options before booking. Many people find virtual sessions helpful for keeping momentum when life gets crowded.

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Areas of expertise

Experience

3+ years

Listed in

California

Languages

English

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Frequently asked questions

What concerns does she help with?

She supports people with stress, anxiety, anger, low self-esteem, depression, and coping with life changes. Additional focus areas include communication problems, forgiveness, loneliness, life purpose, and self-love.

What is her therapeutic style?

Her approach is collaborative and strengths-based. She mixes direct feedback with practical skills for emotion regulation and boundary setting.

How much experience does she have?

She has three years of clinical experience working as a therapist in California.

What are her credentials and location?

She is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT, practicing in California.

Which languages are supported?

Sessions are offered in English.

Does she work with international clients?

International clients are not currently accepted.

How does payment and cost work?

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

How do I begin working with her?

Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.

Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.

Jerrica Barksdale

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