Thomas McClernon, LCSW

Thomas McClernon is a licensed clinical social worker who uses practical tools to help people manage stress, anxiety, depression, grief, and anger. He draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy alongside mindfulness and acceptance-based ideas to help clients notice unhelpful thinking and try new, workable habits.

He has eight years of clinical experience and has supported people in outpatient, inpatient, and virtual settings. Sessions focus on clear goals and simple steps that people can practice between meetings. Thomas keeps the conversation straightforward and grounded so worried clients can take small actions that add up.

His approach weaves mindfulness practices with skills for handling intense emotions. That can include breathing and grounding exercises, sorting thoughts that fuel anxiety, and testing new behaviors that reduce stress. He aims to teach tools people can use when things feel overwhelming.

Thomas also brings attention to issues that often sit behind symptoms, such as attachment concerns, family of origin struggles, caregiver stress, chronic illness, and end-of-life matters. He will listen for what matters most and help prioritize what to work on first.

People seeking help can expect a respectful, nonjudgmental space where feelings are heard and practical plans are made. Thomas supports people as they try different strategies, notice what helps, and adjust plans to fit real life.

CBT, ACT, and Mindfulness adapted for online care

Thomas blends Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and mindfulness practices to meet real problems. CBT helps people identify and test thoughts that increase anxiety or low mood, and then try new behaviors to change daily routines. ACT focuses on clarifying values and taking small steps toward them even when tough emotions remain. Mindfulness work teaches simple attention and breathing exercises to reduce reactivity and bring clearer choices in stressful moments.

Finding the right approach is a team effort. Thomas will talk with each person about their goals, what has helped before, and what feels doable. Together they choose techniques to try, review what worked, and adjust the plan so it fits day-to-day life.

Online sessions are offered by video, phone, live chat, or text messaging to make therapy fit different needs. Video calls allow more face-to-face interaction for skills practice, while phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited. Live chat and text are useful for shorter check-ins, coaching, or staying connected between sessions. These options help people schedule care around work, caregiving, or mobility limits and keep momentum between meetings.