Grief, Trauma / PTSD, Sleep / Insomnia, Women’s Issues, Coping Skills
Accepted insurance & self-pay
About Geraldine
Dr. Geraldine Hickerson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 16 years of experience working with teens, adults, and seniors. She specializes in treating PTSD, mood disorders, stress, women's issues, substance use, panic disorder, anger, behavior issues, trauma, and more.
Dr. Hickerson obtained her Master's degree in Social Work from Spalding University in her Doctorate of Social Work from Capella University. She has a strong interest in helping people reach their mental health and life goals and in sessions, utilizes cognitive reprocessing therapy (CPT), faith-based therapy (FBT), family systems therapy (FST), mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT), solutions-focused brief therapy (SFBT), and much more.
Life can be challenging and we all experience ups and downs. Dr. Hickerson is confident that she would be able to support you through the many challenges life can bring. With compassionate and a caring approach, she can help you regain your strength and confidence to overcome life’s hurdles. If you are ready and willing to do the work schedule an appointment with her today.
"As a compassionate person by nature my practice is centered around ensuring that my clients receive ethical and effective mental health treatment."
Get to know Geraldine
Why did you decide to become a counselor?
I became a counselor because I genuinely love people and enjoy helping others. I am able to for rapport and trust with others quickly and this inspired me to choose a field that would require me to be in a hr Helping profession.
What types of clients do you work with best?
I work best with most clients and do my best work with those over the age of 18.
What type of clients are you most excited to work with?
Women and geriatric population.
What's one thing you wish all clients knew?
That they are capable of attaining a balanced mental health state and they have a purpose in life.
Why did you choose to practice at Thriveworks?
I enjoy working with other disciplines to provide the best care for clients.
What inspires you?
To see others overcome obstacles.
What can clients expect in their first session with you?
They can expect to be made to feel special and important. They can expect to become comfortable and safe during the first session and to have an understanding of the therapeutic partnership we will develop to help the. With their care needs.
What do you want to accomplish with an individual in their first session?
Establish rapport and trust.
What should clients know about you before scheduling a first counseling session?
To relax and focus and to trust me as their guide. I want them to know that they can trust me with their care.
What do you do for fun/on your time off?
Travel.
What's one thing about you that defines you (non-professional)?
I am a happy person and motivated to enjoy life and family.
Other areas of focus
Education and training
- Years in practice
- 15 years
- Graduating institute
- Spalding University
- Graduating degree
- Master of Social Work
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