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Clarence McCray

Therapist focused on practical, compassionate support

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About Clarence

Clarence McCray is a licensed clinical social worker who supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, grief, anger, depression, and major life transitions. He brings a compassionate, respectful approach and aims to tailor conversations and treatment plans to each person's distinct needs.

Background and approach

With four years of professional experience, Clarence focuses on helping clients address communication difficulties, feelings of guilt or shame, isolation and loneliness, and questions of life purpose and self-love. His work blends practical, evidence-informed techniques with an emphasis on the therapeutic relationship.

Clarence uses methods such as cognitive behavioral strategies to identify and shift unhelpful patterns, mindfulness practices to increase present-moment awareness, and solution-focused steps to build on clients' strengths. He also incorporates client-centered principles and motivational interviewing to support motivation and personal agency.

Based in Illinois and licensed as an LCSW, he offers a collaborative space for people ready to explore change and find more fulfilling ways of living.

Approaches for Online Growth and Change



Clarence integrates cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness therapy into online work. Cognitive behavioral therapy helps identify and change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns, making it useful for anxiety, depression, and stress-related difficulties. Mindfulness therapy emphasizes present-moment awareness and gentle acceptance, which can reduce reactivity to strong emotions and support coping during life transitions.

Finding the right approach is part of the process and will be a collaborative effort. Clarence tailors methods to each person's goals and preferences, inviting clients to weigh what feels most helpful and adjusting techniques over time to match progress and changing needs.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These formats make it easier to fit consistent work into a busy life, maintain momentum between sessions, and choose the communication style that best supports engagement and comfort with the therapeutic process.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does this therapist address?
Clarence works with stress, anxiety, grief, anger, depression, and coping with life changes, and also attends to communication problems, forgiveness, guilt and shame, isolation, life purpose, self-love, and social anxiety and phobia.
How would sessions with this therapist feel?
Therapy emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and compassion, with dialogue and treatment plans tailored to each client's specific needs and goals.
What is his professional background?
He has four years of professional experience providing clinical support for a range of emotional and interpersonal concerns.
What credentials and location are listed?
Clarence holds an LCSW and is licensed in Illinois under IL LCSW 149027144.
Does he offer services in multiple languages or accept international clients?
Sessions are offered in English, and international clients are not currently accepted.
Which session formats are available?
He provides video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to begin therapy?
To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to therapist availability.

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Experience
4 years
Licensed
Illinois
Languages
English