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Clarence McCray

IL LCSW 149027144
Credentials
IL LCSW 149027144
NPI Number
1790526879
Location
Illinois
Languages
English
Clarence McCray
4 years experience | Counselor of Color

About Clarence McCray

I am licensed in Illinois with 3 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with grief and loss, anger management, & depression. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Licenses

LCSW
149027144

Professional experience

  • Anger management
  • Coping with life changes
  • Depression
  • Grief
  • Stress, Anxiety

Additional Focus Areas

  • Communication problems
  • Forgiveness
  • Guilt and shame
  • Isolation / loneliness
  • Life purpose
  • Self-love
  • Social anxiety and phobia

Clinical Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Solution-Focused Therapy

Languages

  • English

15 Reviews

“I have been working with Clarence for over a year now, and can't say thank you enough to him for everything he has provided in our sessions together. Reflecting back over this past year, I am able to see so much growth in myself through our work together. He is a great listener and takes diligent notes which allows him to sit with our conversations and really digest what is at the root of the conversation while simultaneously connecting it with previous themes. This has been such a huge help in allowing me to see my own tendencies and patterns that have not ben readily apparent to me. I look forward to continuing my work with Clarence.”

“Clarence exudes an immense positivity and delivers it with a sincere thoughtfulness that is undeniable, and sets him apart. I think everyone could use more of what Clarence offers in their life. I could not recommend him any more highly.”

“He’s great”

“He’s great”

“I always look forward to talking with Clarence. When I started I was skeptical about therapy and now I recommend it to everyone. All thanks to him.”

“He listens and helps me understand. He challenges me to look inward and holds me accountable for my actions”

“Clarence, has been amazing to work with. He listens and guides each session based on the needs that are facing me at that time. He has a great ability to sift through what I am saying to find the root cause of my emotions and help me to understand what they are representing on a larger scale. I would also like to note while he takes every conversation seriously he also brings a light, calming, and fun energy to the sessions giving space to laugh and joke when suitable while being able to bring the conversation back to the subject at hand. It has been a true pleasure working with him and I look forward to the continued growth that I am able to make through working together.”

“Clarence is a great listener and does a great job of making you feel seen if no one else does.”

“Clarence is very in tune individual excited to help his clients and connect their worries into a smoother route! He’s a great listener and compassionate about his clients feelings making it a trustworthy process, always looking forward to the next session”

“Testimonial<br /> <br /> I’ve been in therapy on and off since I was a kid, and over my lifetime I’ve worked with more than 13 therapists. When I found BetterHelp, I was in a really dark place. I was spiraling from pain and grief, deeply depressed, and honestly close to breaking down. I felt tired, overwhelmed, and didn’t know how much more I could carry. I also didn’t have insurance and truly believed therapy was something I couldn’t afford.<br /> <br /> BetterHelp showed up right when I needed it most.<br /> <br /> Almost two years later, I have Clarence and he is the best therapist I’ve ever had. He truly listens to me. He asks questions that make me pause and think. He’s honest, intentional, and fully present. He gives me homework, takes time to read my journal entries, and responds with real, thoughtful feedback. Talking to him feels like talking to my brother. I feel safe. I feel seen. I can finally be myself.<br /> <br /> In our sessions, I can laugh, cry, be frustrated, or even be angry, and he stays calm and grounded the entire time. He prays with me, supports me, and offers guidance that actually helps me move forward. I never feel rushed or dismissed. I genuinely feel like he cares, not just about my progress, but about me as a person.<br /> <br /> Because of Clarence, I learned how to trust therapy again during a season when I had almost given up. I honestly can’t imagine working with another therapist.<br /> <br /> Finding Clarence didn’t just help me cope. It helped save me during a season when I truly needed support the most.”

“An exceptional therapist with exceptional expertise”

“He was really good at making me feel calm because I was nervous to open up. I left the call smiling and feeling hopeful again.”

“I highly recommend Clarence McCray as a therapist. He demonstrates exceptional professionalism, empathy, and genuine care for his clients. Within only a few sessions, I’ve felt a strong sense of trust and connection, as though I’ve known him much longer. His approach fosters comfort, honesty, and real growth. I really feel like I have known him my whole life.”

“He makes sure that you are heard, & challenged by his session to push for you to be better as a person”

“Been very supportive”

These reviews represent a few of the most recent positive reviews from the therapist's clients on BetterHelp. Some people's experience may be different.
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