Shavondria "Vonda" Jacobs, LCSW, CSW

Shavondria "Vonda" Jacobs is a licensed clinical social worker who helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, grief, and major life changes. She also supports those struggling with self-esteem, career uncertainty, trauma and abuse, and coping after loss.

Vonda takes a warm, interactive approach in sessions. She listens closely and works with each person to set clear, manageable goals. Sessions focus on practical steps people can try between meetings, not just talk about problems.

Her methods lean on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and EMDR among other approaches. She uses techniques that help people notice unhelpful thoughts, reconnect with values, and process difficult memories when appropriate. She also mixes in motivational and solution-focused strategies to keep work action-oriented.

Vonda brings six years of experience as a clinical social worker. She holds the credential Licensed Clinical Social Worker, abbreviated LCSW, and also CSW. Her practice reflects work with a wide range of concerns including caregiver stress, cancer-related issues, hospice and end-of-life counseling, and multicultural matters.

Sessions are offered to people located in Oklahoma and are conducted in English. Vonda offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different needs and schedules. If someone wants to start, they complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule according to therapist availability.

How therapeutic approaches translate to online care

CBT, or Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, helps people notice and change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns. It is often used for anxiety, depression, and stress and focuses on practical skills and homework between sessions.

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, guides people to clarify their values and take committed actions toward them even when uncomfortable thoughts or feelings appear. It can help with life transitions, meaning, and motivation.

EMDR is an approach used to process distressing memories. In online sessions the therapist guides clients through focused memory work and coping strategies to reduce the intensity of traumatic memories when appropriate.

Finding the right approach is collaborative. The therapist will discuss goals, try methods, and adjust plans with the client to find what fits best for their needs and preferences. Progress is measured in small, practical steps.

Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging. Video lets people see visual cues and use worksheets together. Phone sessions can be a simpler option with lower bandwidth. Live chat or text messaging work well for shorter check-ins, quick coaching, or when typing feels easier than talking. These options make it easier to fit therapy into work, caregiving, or travel schedules while keeping sessions consistent.