- Men's wellbeing ally
- Practical skill building
- Neurodivergent perspective
About Nazeer
Dr. Nazeer Zerka II offers therapy for a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, trauma, depression, addiction, ADHD, self-esteem, grief, and issues around intimacy and relationships. He is based in Indiana and brings nine years of clinical practice to his work as an LCSW. Dr. Zerka aims to make sessions approachable and direct, with space for humor alongside serious conversation.
Clients can expect a conversational, person-focused style that centers their goals. He mixes practical skills with moments of reflection and gentle challenge. That might mean working on coping skills for anxiety, pacing behavior changes for addiction, or building clearer communication habits for relationship struggles.
Dr. Zerka draws on several therapeutic approaches to match what a person needs. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is used to identify and change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns. Dialectical Behavior Therapy supplies skills for emotional regulation and managing intense feelings. Client-Centered Therapy keeps sessions focused on the client’s values and priorities.
He also brings lived experience as a neurodivergent man of color into sessions, which he says shapes how he understands identity and practical daily challenges. Outside work he follows basketball, lifts weights, practices yoga, and reads widely. He co-hosts a podcast with a large audience that reflects his interest in candid conversations about mental health.
People who choose Dr. Zerka typically want a straightforward, engaged therapist who balances empathy with real-world tools. To begin, users select the Start Therapy button and complete a short matching questionnaire before scheduling sessions according to therapist availability.
How his approaches translate to online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on the person’s priorities and values, creating space for them to set the pace and topics for sessions. It helps when someone needs a respectful, goal-driven conversation about life changes or identity. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) targets the link between thoughts and behaviors and teaches concrete techniques to reduce anxiety, manage mood, and change unhelpful habits. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) provides practical skills for regulating emotions and improving distress tolerance during high-stress moments.Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will discuss goals, try strategies, and adapt methods based on what helps most. Clients are invited to give feedback so the plan changes when something is or isn’t working.
Confirm current session options before booking to know which formats are offered. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy routine, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. They also let people use visual tools, shared worksheets, or skill-practice between meetings in ways that often support progress while balancing everyday responsibilities.
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Experience
9+ years
Credentials
Indiana
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he address?
He supports people coping with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, addictions, ADHD, grief, eating and sleeping problems, anger, career struggles, and intimacy-related issues.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
His style is conversational and person-centered, blending practical tools with reflective discussion and occasional challenge to help people move toward their goals.
What is his clinical experience background?
He has nine years of experience in clinical practice and combines that with lived experience as a neurodivergent man of color.
Which credentials and region are listed?
He holds an LCSW and is located in Indiana.
What languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are fees and billing handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What is the process to begin working with him?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions based on therapist availability.