Chris Freeman-Clark, LISW

Chris Freeman-Clark is a licensed independent social worker with more than 21 years in mental health care. He helps people who feel overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, depression, anger, and relationship strain. He also supports those facing trauma, grief, addiction, or struggles with self-esteem and life changes.

Chris uses straightforward, practical methods to help people make changes they request. Sessions focus on understanding what’s getting in the way, trying small steps, and building new habits that fit daily life. He brings steady support and respect while people work through difficult problems.

He has long experience assisting adults who come from dysfunctional family backgrounds and those dealing with hoarding or clutter. He also helps people who want change but are unsure how to begin, including concerns around parenting, intimacy, career stress, and ADHD challenges. His background includes a supervisory role and many years of direct clinical work.

Chris draws on approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, client-centered work, and motivational interviewing to tailor sessions to each person. Conversations are practical and goal-focused, with attention to small, workable steps. He aims to empower people to make meaningful, sustainable shifts.

Located in Ohio, he provides care with attention to respect and sensitivity. People seeking a calm, experienced guide for everyday struggles and deeper wounds may find his style approachable and direct.

Practical approaches for online therapy and change

Chris uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people identify unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and replace them with more workable patterns. CBT is often useful for anxiety, depression, stress, and problems tied to daily routines.

He also uses client-centered therapy, which focuses on listening closely and following the person’s priorities. That approach helps people feel understood and clarifies what matters most to them in therapy.

Motivational interviewing is used when someone wants change but feels stuck. It supports exploring ambivalence and boosting motivation for concrete next steps.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Chris will talk about goals, try methods, and adjust based on what works best. Clients and the therapist figure out the fit together rather than following a fixed plan.

Online sessions are offered by video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to make care flexible. Video lets people work face-to-face from their own schedules, phone can be lower bandwidth, and messaging or chat can suit quick check-ins or shorter updates. These options help people keep therapy consistent around work, family, or other commitments.