- Stress and anxiety
- Grief and loss
- Mindfulness and CBT
About Clarence
Clarence McCray is an Illinois licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) with four years of experience. He focuses on stress, anxiety, grief, anger, depression, and coping with life changes. He also pays attention to communication problems, forgiveness, guilt and shame, isolation and loneliness, life purpose, self-love, and social anxiety or phobia.
Clarence works in a direct, practical way. He listens first, then helps people name what feels off. Sessions often involve talking through recent events, identifying unhelpful thinking or behavior patterns, and trying small changes to see what helps. He draws on Client-Centered ideas to keep conversations grounded in the person's concerns.
He uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to spot links between thoughts, feelings, and actions. That can make stress or anxiety easier to manage day to day. Mindfulness techniques are offered to build attention and calm in tense moments. Motivational Interviewing and Solution-Focused Therapy help people clarify goals and find workable next steps when they're unsure what to try next.
Clarence keeps things straightforward and pragmatic during sessions. He will collaborate on a plan and adjust it as needed. The emphasis is on small, achievable changes that fit into everyday life rather than big, abstract promises.
People interested in addressing life purpose or making meaning after change will find his approach centered on clear questions and practical options. He asks about values and priorities, then helps untangle barriers so people can act on what matters next.
How therapeutic approaches guide online work
Clarence blends a few straightforward evidence-based approaches. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going and testing small behavioral changes to reduce symptoms like anxiety or low mood. Mindfulness Therapy trains simple attention and breathing skills to reduce reactivity and build steadier focus in stressful moments. Client-Centered Therapy prioritizes listening and reflecting so people can speak freely about values, life purpose, and what they want to change.Finding the right mix of these methods is part of the work. Clarence treats the choice of approach as collaborative. He will talk about goals, try techniques, and adjust the plan based on what helps most for the client's situation and preferences.
If you plan to use online sessions, confirm the current session options before booking since formats are not specified here. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when schedules demand, and avoid travel time. It also makes it possible to practice mindfulness or CBT exercises between sessions and bring real-life examples back to the next meeting.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
4+ years
Listed in
Illinois
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What issues does he help with?
He supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, grief, anger, depression, and coping with life changes. Additional focus includes communication problems, guilt and shame, loneliness, life purpose, self-love, and social anxiety.
How does he approach feeling stuck?
He uses practical conversation to clarify what feels stuck and then tests small changes. Methods include client-centered listening, CBT, mindfulness, and solution-focused steps to build momentum.
How much experience does he have?
He has four years of professional experience as an LCSW working with the concerns listed above.
What credential and location details are on file?
He is an Illinois LCSW. His practice is based in Illinois.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He is not currently accepting international clients.
How are session costs handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What should I do to begin?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.