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Dr. Nazeer Zerka II, LCSW
Indiana
LCSW focused on anxiety and ADHD
See online therapy options- CBT informed
- Mindfulness practice
- Neurodivergent perspective
About Nazeer
Dr. Nazeer Zerka II is an LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) with nine years of clinical experience based in Indiana. He offers individual therapy and wellness coaching and lists concerns such as stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, ADHD, addictions, relationship and intimacy issues, grief, and coping with life changes.
He uses direct, practical conversations to identify unhelpful thoughts and habits. Sessions are straightforward and may include goal setting, skill practice, and problem-solving. He also draws on his life experience growing up in Flint and Saginaw, Michigan, and his perspective as a neurodivergent man of color when working with clients.
His approach blends Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with client-centered work and elements of Dialectical Behavior Therapy and mindfulness. That combination aims to help people notice thinking patterns, try new behaviors, and manage strong emotions. He also mentions existential themes and motivational strategies when relevant to a person's goals.
Dr. Zerka highlights support for people exploring identity and sexual orientation, neurodivergent adults, and student-athletes. He names practical topics such as job functioning, interpersonal skills, and ADHD-related challenges as common session material. Outside of clinical work he hosts a podcast and keeps active with basketball, weightlifting, yoga, and reading.
People considering a first appointment are asked to use the site process to match and schedule. Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How his approaches translate to online sessions
Dr. Zerka combines Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, client-centered methods, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy in ways that fit remote work. CBT focuses on spotting unhelpful thoughts and testing small behavior changes to see what helps with anxiety, depression, sleep, or ADHD challenges. Client-centered techniques prioritize listening and reflecting so people can clarify goals and feel understood. DBT offers concrete skills for managing strong emotions and improving day-to-day coping.Deciding which approach to use is collaborative. He will work with each person to identify goals, try strategies, and adjust methods based on what works. That process means checking in about which skills help and shifting emphasis when needed rather than sticking to one fixed plan.
Confirm the exact session formats before booking, since formats were not specified in the biography. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when time is limited, and reduce travel time. Many people find remote sessions help them practice skills in real life between meetings and keep momentum while managing school, work, or caregiving responsibilities.
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Experience
9+ years
Listed in
Indiana
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, ADHD, addictions, relationship and intimacy issues, grief, and coping with life changes among other concerns.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
He uses practical, structured conversations that focus on noticing thoughts and trying new behaviors, combined with skill practice and problem-solving.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has nine years of experience providing individual therapy and wellness coaching.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is an LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) practicing in Indiana.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he work with international clients?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions billed and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What should I do to begin working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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