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Clare W.

(She/Her)
Licensed Mental Health Counselor

Accepts

Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, and Cigna

Specializes in

Cultural & Ethnic Issues, Stress, and Women's Issues

Great to meet you!

Clare is a compassionate and culturally competent Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) with a deep commitment to helping individuals navigate life’s challenges. With extensive experience in career counseling, life coaching, and supporting women’s issues, Clare brings a holistic, client-centered approach to therapy. Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, depression, or seeking guidance through life transitions, Clare offers a safe and nurturing environment to explore your concerns.

Clare is skilled in guiding individuals through career changes, goal-setting, and work-life balance challenges. She supports clients in identifying their strengths, exploring new professional opportunities, and overcoming barriers to career fulfillment.

Clare combines her therapeutic background with life coaching techniques to empower clients to achieve their personal and professional goals. Whether it's navigating a major life transition or seeking greater life satisfaction, Clare helps individuals develop the confidence and skills to create lasting change.

With a deep understanding of the unique challenges women face in both personal and professional realms, Clare offers specialized support for women navigating issues related to self-esteem, identity, relationships, and societal pressures.

Clare provides empathetic care for individuals struggling with anxiety and depression. Through evidence-based therapies such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and mindfulness practices, she helps clients manage their symptoms and develop healthier coping strategies.

A bit about my approach to therapy

Clare’s approach is built on cultural competence and respect for each individual’s unique background, values, and experiences. She believes in empowering clients to take an active role in their healing process, creating a partnership that fosters trust and growth. With a warm, non-judgmental demeanor, Clare works collaboratively with clients to understand their personal struggles and develop tailored treatment plans that align with their goals.

If you’re looking for a counselor who understands the intricacies of your experiences and is ready to help you move forward, Clare is here to support you on your journey to healing and personal growth.

What you can expect from our first session

Clients can expect to feel empowered, validated and supported after each session.


Clare's style is

Creative
Warm
Solution-oriented

Insurance carriers Clare accepts

Aetna
Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Carelon Behavioral Health
Cigna

More about Clare

MC (Masters in Counseling) at City University of New York (Queens College)
License type: LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor) (New York)
Gender: Cisgender Female
Ethnicity: Black or African descent
Languages: English
Works with: Adults
More specialties: Anxiety and Depression
Modalities: Attachment Based, Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT), Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), and Humanistic