Derica Blackmon, LCSW - C, MD | Psychotherapist

What patients are saying

Overall rating

5.00

Average wait time

5.00

Bedside manner

5.00

About Derica Blackmon

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Individuals

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Family Systems

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Internal Family Systems (IFS)

Dialectical (DBT)

Motivational Interviewing

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Derica Blackmon

At Empower Psychotherapy, I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with experience in outpatient therapy, telehealth, medical social work, and behavioral health. Before becoming a social worker, I spent 12 years in elementary education, where I developed a strong understanding of child development, family relationships, and advocacy. Today, I work with young adults and adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship challenges, and major life transitions. I’m passionate about helping clients feel understood, build confidence, and create meaningful change in their lives.

What should a new client know about working with you?

I believe therapy should feel like a safe and supportive space where you can be yourself and explore what you're going through without judgment. My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and culturally responsive, and I’ll meet you where you are while respecting your pace and readiness for change. Together, we’ll focus on your strengths and develop practical tools to help you manage emotions, strengthen boundaries, improve communication, and feel more confident in your decisions. Your experiences, identity, relationships, and personal history all matter in our work together.

What is your typical process for working with clients?

At Empower Psychotherapy, we’ll begin by getting to know you, understanding what brought you to therapy, and identifying what you hope to accomplish. From there, we’ll work together to understand the thoughts, emotions, relationships, and life circumstances that may be affecting your well-being. I draw from approaches such as CBT, ACT, DBT skills, Motivational Interviewing, mindfulness, and family systems strategies, tailoring our work to your individual needs and goals. We’ll regularly check in on your progress and adjust our approach along the way so that therapy remains meaningful and useful to you.

In-network insurances

Popular visit reasons

Agoraphobia

New Patient Visit

Nightmares

Pain Management Consultation

Psychosexual Evaluation

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Sleep Problems

Agoraphobia

New Patient Visit

Nightmares

Pain Management Consultation

Education and background

Practice names

Empower Psychotherapy, LLC

Education and training

University of Kentucky, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1679439475

Patient reviews

All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.

Overall rating

5.00

Wait time

5.00

Bedside manner

5.00

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Derica Blackmon?

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Is Derica Blackmon accepting new patients?

Derica Blackmon generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Derica Blackmon's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.

Does Derica Blackmon accept my insurance?

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Can I make an appointment with Derica Blackmon online?

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What practice does Derica Blackmon work with?

Derica Blackmon works with Empower Psychotherapy, LLC.

What are common reasons for patients to see Derica Blackmon?

Derica Blackmon frequently sees patients for New Patient Visit, Pain Management Consultation, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Derica Blackmon on their profile.

What languages does Derica Blackmon speak?

Derica Blackmon speaks English.

How do patients rate Derica Blackmon in reviews?

2 patients have reviewed Derica Blackmon. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.