Licensed clinical social worker recordIllinois
Clarence McCray, LCSW
Illinois
Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Stress and Anxiety
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- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in Illinois
- LCSW, licence 149027144
- NPI
- 1790526879
- Experience
- 4 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- Illinois
These details come from information Clarence 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
- CBT techniques
- Mindfulness practices
- Solution-focused goals
About Clarence
Clarence McCray is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Illinois with four years of clinical experience. He helps people manage stress and anxiety, cope with grief and loss, and address depression and anger. He also works with concerns such as communication problems, guilt and shame, loneliness, life purpose, and social anxiety.
Clarence uses straightforward conversation to clarify what matters most to each person. Sessions focus on practical steps you can use between meetings. He draws on cognitive behavioral techniques to identify unhelpful thoughts and on solution-focused methods to set short-term goals.
Mindfulness practices are offered to help slow racing thoughts and to create brief moments of presence during stressful days. Motivational interviewing is used when someone wants support staying motivated through change, such as changing routines or repairing relationships.
Clarence approaches the work with respect and sensitivity. He listens first, then suggests options that match what a person wants to try. He and the client work together to track progress and adjust the plan as needed.
Sessions are practical and aimed at day-to-day improvement. People leave with small, concrete strategies for managing feelings and improving interactions. To begin, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session through the site.
BHow sessions work
How Clarence applies approaches in online sessions
Clarence commonly draws on cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness practices in session. CBT is about spotting thoughts and behaviors that increase stress and testing small changes to see if they help. Mindfulness work teaches short exercises to ground attention and reduce reactivity during tense moments.He also uses solution-focused techniques to set clear, short-term goals and motivational interviewing to help people build momentum for change. Deciding which approach to prioritize is collaborative. The therapist and client discuss goals and preferences, then try methods that fit the person’s day-to-day life and commitments.
Confirm current session options before booking, since formats are not listed here. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week. It can reduce travel time, allow quicker check-ins during breaks, or let someone use shorter, focused meetings when that fits best. The therapist will help shape how sessions are scheduled and what approaches to use so therapy fits practical needs.
CAreas of focus
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
4+ years
Listed in
Illinois
Languages
English
DQuestions
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Clarence help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, grief, anger, depression, and coping with life changes. He also addresses communication problems, guilt and shame, isolation, life purpose, self-love, and social anxiety.
What is his general therapy style?
He uses a practical, conversational style that focuses on clear steps and short-term goals. Techniques come from client-centered work, CBT, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused therapy.
How much clinical experience does he have?
Clarence has four years of professional experience working with the concerns listed above.
Where is he licensed to practice?
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, credentialed as an IL LCSW 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 does pricing work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to start therapy?
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, call 911, or call or text 988. More crisis numbers