Licensed clinical social worker recordSouth Carolina
Betsy Clark, LISW-CP, LCSW, CSW
South Carolina
Licensed clinical social worker - mood and life challenges
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- Credentials
- LISW-CP, LCSW, CSW
- Licensed in Georgia
- LCSW, licence CSW008529
- Licensed in South Carolina
- LISW-CP, licence 15491
- NPI
- 1295250876
- Experience
- 40 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- South Carolina
These details come from information Betsy supplied to BetterHelp. A licence can be checked with the social work board of the state that issued it, and an NPI with the national registry.
AAbout
- Depression and anxiety
- Parenting and career
- Chronic illness support
About Betsy
Betsy Clark is a licensed clinical social worker, holding LCSW and LISW-CP credentials and practicing in South Carolina and Georgia. She brings 40 years of professional experience to her work with people facing depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, relationship strain, parenting stress, career concerns, ADHD, and self-esteem difficulties.
She also offers support for life changes related to aging and geriatric issues, chronic medical conditions, cancer, hospice and end-of-life concerns, and blended family stress. Betsy has a long history of helping people cope with chronic pain, disability, and illness. She works with issues around communication, control, money, guilt, and forgiveness.
Sessions focus on straightforward conversation and practical strategies. Betsy draws on several approaches to help people identify what they want to change and how to do it. She uses cognitive-behavioral techniques to look at thinking patterns and behavior, acceptance-oriented methods to manage difficult feelings, and emotionally focused work to address relationship problems.
Her style is direct and respectful. She listens to problems and then helps people organize steps they can try between sessions. Betsy helps people sort priorities at home, work, and in relationships so progress feels manageable.
To begin, people complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session. Betsy notes that subscription sessions can be canceled at any time, and fees vary by location.
BHow sessions work
Therapeutic approaches and online care
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people notice painful thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, and then commit to actions that reflect their values. It can be useful for anxiety, depression, and for people feeling blocked by fear or uncertainty. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and testing small changes to reduce symptoms and improve daily functioning. It is commonly used for anxiety, depression, and stress related to work or parenting. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening and collaboration, helping people feel heard and then work toward clearer goals and decisions.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Betsy will work together with each person to choose which methods to try based on goals, needs, and preferences. She treats the choice of approach as a practical decision and adjusts it if something is not helping.
Confirm the available session formats before booking, since the biography does not list specific formats. In general, online sessions can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy day, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. They also let people work through health-related limits, such as chronic illness or caregiving demands, without arranging transportation. Talk with the therapist during the matching process to decide how sessions can best fit your routine and goals.
CAreas of focus
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Primary focus
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
40+ years
Listed in
Georgia, South Carolina
Languages
English
DQuestions
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address most often?
Betsy works with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, relationship and parenting concerns, career stress, ADHD, and self-esteem issues, among other life stresses.
What is her therapeutic approach and style?
She uses a mix of approaches including cognitive behavioral techniques, acceptance-based methods, emotionally focused work, and client-centered conversation to find practical steps forward.
How much experience does she have?
Betsy has 40 years of professional experience in social work and clinical practice.
What are her credentials and location?
She holds LISW-CP and LCSW credentials and practices in South Carolina, with licensure in Georgia noted as well.
Can I work with her if I live outside the United States?
Sessions are offered to international clients as indicated; sessions are conducted in English.
What session formats are available?
Confirm the specific session formats before booking, as the biography does not list explicit formats.
How are costs handled?
Fees vary by location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with a first session?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988. More crisis numbers