Gina Licursi , LISW

Gina Licursi is a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) practicing in Ohio with eight years of professional experience. She specializes in helping people navigate stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, addictions, LGBT issues, parenting challenges, self-esteem concerns, and major life transitions. Her additional focus includes support for those affected by domestic violence, post-traumatic stress, and sexual assault and abuse.

Gina works from the perspective that each person is the expert on their own life and brings strengths that can be used to overcome current challenges. She aims to create a warm, accepting, and nonjudgmental environment where clients can explore their experiences and build practical skills for coping and growth. Her approach integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) techniques to help identify unhelpful thoughts and patterns and to develop clearer, more effective ways of responding to stressors.

Gina seeks to collaborate with clients to set realistic goals and to tailor strategies that fit each individual situation. She communicates in English and holds the professional credential LISW, which indicates independent clinical social work practice in Ohio.

Combining CBT and Online Support for Everyday Challenges

Gina uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients identify unhelpful thought patterns and to practice skills that change reactions to stress, anxiety, and mood challenges. CBT is practical and goal-oriented, making it useful for issues like anxiety, depression, and coping with life transitions.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process, and Gina partners with clients to determine what works best for their needs, goals, and preferences. This collaborative process allows adjustments over time so therapy stays relevant and effective for the individual.

Online therapy offers flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, making it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules or to access support from home. These options allow licensed professionals and therapists to deliver consistent care while accommodating different communication styles and day-to-day demands.