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Tierra Rushing

Therapist guiding practical change with compassion

LCSW Florida

Experience
6 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, Family, Self esteem
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
Languages
English
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About Tierra

Tierra Rushing is a licensed clinical social worker who focuses on helping people manage stress, mood concerns, and relationship challenges while building practical skills for everyday life. She creates a compassionate environment where clients can explore obstacles, identify personal strengths, and practice strategies to reach their goals.

Background and approach

Tierra emphasizes client autonomy, offering guidance and tools while supporting each person’s capacity to make meaningful change. With a Master of Social Work from Florida Atlantic University and a Bachelor’s in Social Work from the University of Central Florida, Tierra brings six years of clinical experience across diverse settings and intervention types.

Her work includes treating depression, anxiety, trauma, family conflict, and stress-related issues using a mix of approaches tailored to individual needs. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is a recurring part of her practice alongside mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and client-centered and psychodynamic elements.

She also integrates psychoeducation and referrals when additional resources are helpful. Tierra believes wellbeing depends on honest self-reflection and cultivating healthier relationships with oneself and others.

She works collaboratively with clients to build skills for coping with life transitions, improving communication, and moving forward toward a more fulfilling life.

Approaches that guide online work and growth

Online therapy with Tierra draws from practical, evidence-informed methods to help clients build coping skills and increase insight. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thoughts and behaviors to reduce symptoms such as anxiety and depression and to improve daily functioning. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a respectful, nonjudgmental space where the therapist follows the client’s lead, fostering self-awareness and personal growth.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process; Tierra works together with clients to identify which methods fit their goals and preferences and may combine techniques as needs evolve. She prioritizes clear communication and practical skill-building so that clients feel involved in shaping their treatment plan.

Online sessions are offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to accommodate different schedules and communication styles. This flexibility makes it easier for clients to attend regularly and to practice new skills between sessions while maintaining continuity of care across life’s demands.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does Tierra commonly address?
She works with a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting challenges, relationship issues, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and career-related struggles.
What is Tierra's therapeutic style like?
Her style blends compassionate, client-centered support with practical techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, motivational interviewing, and mindfulness to help clients develop skills and insight.
How much clinical experience does she have?
Tierra has six years of professional experience providing both short-term and longer-term interventions across varied settings and client needs.
What credentials and location are listed for this therapist?
She is licensed as an LCSW in Florida with license number FL LCSW SW15530 and practices from that state.
Does Tierra offer sessions in languages other than English?
Sessions are provided in English; she is not currently accepting international clients.
Which session formats are available with Tierra?
Clients can choose from video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging depending on what suits their needs.
How are fees and scheduling handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and therapy is delivered through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to begin working with Tierra?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a brief matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to her availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsSelf esteemCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue

Also works with

Relationship issuesTrauma and abuseGriefParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoachingADHD

Additional focus areas

Body imageCo-morbidityCommunication problemsControl issuesDissociationEmptinessFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPrejudice and discriminationSelf-harmSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

6+ years

Licensed

Florida

Languages

English