Dr. Sonya McCurdy, LICSW
LICSW helping with anxiety, trauma, and life changes
- Anxiety and depression
- Trauma and abuse
- Parenting and relationships
About Dr. Sonya McCurdy
Dr. Sonya McCurdy is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) with 21 years of experience supporting people through a wide range of mental health concerns. She has worked with anxiety disorders, depression, PTSD, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and personality disorders, and offers care for stress, trauma and abuse, anger, self-esteem struggles, relationship and family difficulties, grief, intimacy issues, parenting and career concerns, ADHD, and coping with life changes. Her practice emphasizes a client-centered stance, adapting conversations and treatment plans to each person’s specific needs and circumstances. She blends evidence-informed techniques from cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavior therapy with motivational interviewing strategies to help clients build practical skills and insight. Dr. McCurdy approaches every person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and when a better fit can be found elsewhere she will provide referrals to other professionals.
If someone is ready to pursue change, she offers supportive guidance and empowerment through the therapeutic process. Additional information about her background and approach can be found on her Psychology Today profile and her website at https://restorationfaithbasedcounseling.org/.
If someone is ready to pursue change, she offers supportive guidance and empowerment through the therapeutic process. Additional information about her background and approach can be found on her Psychology Today profile and her website at https://restorationfaithbasedcounseling.org/.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Relationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEating and food-related issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Dr. Sonya McCurdy have?
Dr. Sonya McCurdy has 21 years of experience.
Is Dr. Sonya McCurdy a licensed therapist?
Yes, holds these credentials: LICSW. License details: AL LICSW 3703C.
In which languages does Dr. Sonya McCurdy provide therapy?
English.
Where is Dr. Sonya McCurdy located?
Alabama.
How can I work with Dr. Sonya McCurdy as my therapist?
You can work with Dr. Sonya McCurdy through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Dr. Sonya McCurdy work with international clients?
Dr. Sonya McCurdy does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Dr. Sonya McCurdy cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Evidence-Informed Approaches for Online Treatment
Dr. Sonya McCurdy uses therapeutic methods that focus on practical change and personal values. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps people clarify what matters to them and build committed action toward those values while learning to accept difficult thoughts and feelings - it is useful for stress, anxiety, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, teaches strategies to identify and shift unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors, which can be effective for depression, anxiety, and mood regulation. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a collaborative, nonjudgmental relationship in which the therapist follows the client's lead and supports self-directed growth, which can help with confidence, relationship challenges, and coping with change.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic work. Dr. McCurdy collaborates with each person to determine which strategies and combinations best match their goals, needs, and preferences, and adjusts the plan over time as progress unfolds.
Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These formats make it easier to access licensed professionals from home or work, maintain continuity through life transitions, and fit therapy into a busy routine.