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Damara Ferguson, LISW

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Damara is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

5.0 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Damara. View 22 reviews
Great news, Damara is accepting new clients!
She is normally fully-booked.
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Ohio and Oregon

Recent reviews

Damara is very professional and has helped me in the short time I have been seeing her. She is kind and very caring.

Reviewed July 2024

When I made my selections with BetterHelp in terms of what I needed in a counselor, I feel Damara was exactly that. It was so important to me that I had not just clinical, but spiritual advice from a professional. This is truly a gift that Damara has...she provides such a wonderful balance of both. I have learned many things about myself in my time with her. I am growing psychologically and spiritually more mature. I am very happy with time with her, the BetterHelp platform, and the amount for the services. It is money and time well spent and the best counseling I have had in my life.

Reviewed April 2023

More about Damara

  • 16 years' experience
  • Female
  • LISW, LCSW

Hello my name is Damara, pronounced (Damera). I am a licensed mental health professional in Ohio. I have over 9 years of clinical experience. I specialize in helping clients with stress, anxiety disorders, depressive disorders, addictions, self-esteem, and cognitive distortions. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. You’ve taken the first step to sign up for therapy, let take the second step together.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Family conflicts Self esteem Depression Coping with life changes Addictions Relationship issues Trauma and abuse Grief Eating disorders Parenting issues Anger management Career difficulties Bipolar disorder Coaching Compassion fatigue ADHD Abandonment Adoption and foster care Aging and geriatric issues Attachment issues Avoidant personality Blended family issues Body image Caregiver issues and stress Chronic pain, illness, and disability Co-morbidity Codependency Commitment issues Communication problems Coping with natural or human-caused disaster Dependent personality Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD) Dissociation Divorce and separation Domestic violence Drug and alcohol addiction Eating and food-related issues Emptiness Family of origin issues Family problems Forgiveness Guilt and shame Hospice and end-of-life counseling Impulsivity Infidelity Intellectual disability Isolation / loneliness Jealousy Life purpose Midlife crisis Mood disorders Multicultural concerns Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacks Paranoia Personality disorders Phobias Postpartum depression Post-traumatic stress Prejudice and discrimination Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling) Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Self-harm Self-love Sex addiction Sexual assault and abuse Social anxiety and phobia Somatization Traumatic brain injury Women's issues Workplace issues Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Attachment-Based Therapy
  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
  • Existential Therapy
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Narrative Therapy
  • Psychodynamic Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy
  • Internal Family Systems

Licenses

Damara Ferguson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1467041541.

  • LISW · Ohio · I.2203811-SUPV · Expires August 2026
  • LCSW · Oregon · L15324 · Expires August 2026

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling, sometimes called teletherapy, refers to talk therapy delivered remotely through digital platforms, such as video calls, phone calls, or chat. It can be a great option for people who face barriers to traditional face-to-face therapy, such as those living in remote areas, individuals with mobility issues, or people with busy schedules that make it difficult to attend in-person sessions.

Teletherapy also offers greater convenience and flexibility, allowing clients to access care from the comfort of their homes. Research shows that the treatment outcomes with online counseling are often just as effective as with traditional therapy, providing a viable alternative for individuals seeking mental health support.

Reviews for Damara Ferguson

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

5.0

22 reviews

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Clients mention: Wonderful Great Comfortable Easy Helped Professional Recommend The best Amazing Caring

Damara is very professional and has helped me in the short time I have been seeing her. She is kind and very caring.

Reviewed July 2024

When I made my selections with BetterHelp in terms of what I needed in a counselor, I feel Damara was exactly that. It was so important to me that I had not just clinical, but spiritual advice from a professional. This is truly a gift that Damara has...she provides such a wonderful balance of both. I have learned many things about myself in my time with her. I am growing psychologically and spiritually more mature. I am very happy with time with her, the BetterHelp platform, and the amount for the services. It is money and time well spent and the best counseling I have had in my life.

Reviewed April 2023

I have become much better at reflecting on my issues through my time with Damara. It has helped me greatly put pieces together within myself that I really needed to figure out. I appreciate her.

Reviewed March 2023

She’s very easy to talk to and easy to get in contact with through the app. She goes above and beyond and I feel like she’s very invested in helping me with my mental health. Couldn’t ask for better!!!

Reviewed March 2023

Damara really listens to what you are saying and is really able to sort through your words to the root of what is going on. She does not judge you which makes you feel free to really open up to her.

Reviewed February 2023

Damara is amazing! She's caring, wonderful, thoughtful, and she really helps. I was struggling so bad and I feel like a new person already. I feel blessed that she came into my life! She sends resources and exercises to do between appointments. You can feel that she has a good soul from the second she says hello. She really cares and she gives you the best level of therapy you can get. I would recommend her to anyone!

Reviewed February 2023

I absolutely love her approach and how she helps me

Reviewed February 2023

I am proud of myself and everyone first off for taking care of themselves. I am grateful and beyond blessed that there are professions like Damara's and especially therapists like herself that are available, resourceful. My sessions have gone deep and I looked forward to talking to Damara every time. Definitely aligned with everyone, she is a keen listener and has helped me find the root cause of some of my issues and how to prevent them moving forward. God bless you and thank you so much you are truly an angel and instrument used to give great direction, there are no words to express but continue saving lives and souls to be healed.

Reviewed January 2023

Damara is a great therapist!

Reviewed January 2023

First visit was very comfortable. Damara was very intuitive as well

Reviewed January 2023

She is amazing at what she does , she really knows how to help you locate things that affect you being trauma and other life issues she is a very great listener she understands I would recommend her to anyone

Reviewed December 2022

She has been wonderful.

Reviewed December 2022

Damara was the best! A very kind person who listened to me and was able to help me process some things. Thanks Damara

Reviewed December 2022

I absolutely love her. I get clinical and spiritual therapy from her and it is meaningful.

Reviewed December 2022

I've only had a few sessions with Damara so far but from the beginning she was very professional and willing to listen and try to identify the root of my problems. I can't begin to thank her enough for helping me through such a hard time. I wish I could talk to her every single day.

Reviewed December 2022

Damara is wonderful to work with. She creates a safe and comfortable setting and is very easy to talk to. Damara asks insightful questions to elicit deeper processing. Her cat even cofacilitates from time to time! I definitely recommend Damara as a counselor.

Reviewed November 2022

She is amazing

Reviewed November 2022

Damara is an incredible listener and therapist. She listens to what I’m going through, gently prompts me to dig deeper into my experiences to understand what’s driving my motivation, and helps me find practical solutions. I was nervous to start, but Damara helped me feel comfortable right off the bat. It truly has been so wonderful working with her, and I’d recommend her to anyone!

Reviewed November 2022

I feel very heard and understood by Damara. She is very easy to talk to.

Reviewed November 2022

Damara is kind insightful genuinely caring and proactive. I look forward to our sessions always and am very grateful. She is truly one of a kind balancing listening and giving tools and allowing me to feel really seen and heard with progress made along the way via insights and actions to take. Thank you Damara bless you.

Reviewed November 2022

investing in my mental health was the best decision I could have made in years, Damara if a wonderful listener and great at giving insight to help navigate difficult situations and relationships. Thank you Better Help!

Reviewed November 2022

Damara is great! Since the first session she has made me feel comfortable in sharing anything with her. She is very professional and gives welcoming energy. So glad she’s my therapist!

Reviewed September 2022

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Frequently asked questions

Does Damara Ferguson offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Damara Ferguson works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Damara Ferguson speak?

Damara Ferguson speaks English.

How many years of experience does Damara Ferguson have?

Damara Ferguson has 16 years of experience.

Where is Damara Ferguson licensed to practice?

Damara Ferguson is licensed to practice in Ohio and Oregon.

Does Damara Ferguson accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Damara Ferguson does not accept clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Damara Ferguson offer?

Damara Ferguson offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Existential Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, and Internal Family Systems.

How can I communicate with Damara Ferguson?

Damara Ferguson can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Damara Ferguson?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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