Ciara Pierce, LCSW - Therapist at Grow Therapy

Ciara Pierce

Ciara Pierce

(she/her)

LCSW
13 years of experience
Virtual

Feeling overwhelmed, lost, or confused? Do you need support and direction? I provide space for people of color to overcome the burden of depression, anxiety, trauma, and burnout. I use humor and casual conversation to get to the root of your challenges. I have a direct, yet nonjudgemental approach to support you in getting to the heart of the matter. Whether you're dealing with education and career setbacks, relationship struggles, or spiritual questions I'm here to help. Together, we can identify what's not working and get you back to balance. Using a holistic approach, we can address the needs of your mind, body and spirit. You deserve a safe space to heal and grow. In our sessions together, I'll meet you with compassion and evidence-based techniques so you can develop a healthier relationship with yourself and your environment.

Get to know me

In our first session together, here's what you can expect

You can expect to leave with new tools, perspective, and a sense of relief.

The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions

My effectiveness lies in my intuitive skills and awareness of how our sociopolitical landscapes affect our lives. This includes the influences of social media, popular culture, and the current financial and political climate.

The clients I'm best positioned to serve

early and mid-career professionals, students, LGBTQ+, young couples

About Ciara Pierce

I identify as

Black / African American

Specialties

AnxietyDepressionTrauma and PTSDAnger ManagementSelf EsteemSpirituality

Serves ages

Appointments

Virtual

My treatment methods

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

I weave this into sessions as an introductory way to support a shift in perspective and increase awareness of cognitive and emotional patterns that work against us.

Brainspotting

This is a favorite as many people struggle with sitting with emotions, memories and experiences. I find brainspotting to be incredibly effective in getting unstuck and opening new neuro pathways that will allow for fuller, balanced, and fulfilling mental and emotional experiences. Clients can learn to listen and hear their bodies and minds as well as build tolerance for uncomfortable feelings.

EMDR

This is used to process memories and experiences that are particularly deeply ingrained and painful. There is a shorter version that can be used for more minor issues as well. It is structured and requires consistent sessions.

Person-centered (Rogerian)

Person centered is really about meeting clients where they are and validating their experiences. It allows for flexibility and flow during the therapeutic process and centers them as the expert of their lives.

Psychodynamic

I guide clients in examining how early caregiving experiences and relational templates continue to shape their current relationships, self-concept, and emotional responses. This often includes linking present interpersonal conflicts or internal distress to earlier developmental wounds. It is especially effective for clients with persistent relational wounds or those seeking depth-oriented work beyond symptom management.