CLARENCE E. McCRAY, MSW, LCSWLicensed Clinical Social Worker • Online Therapy Throughout Illinois
THERAPY FOR PEOPLE WHO
HAVE A LOT ON THEIR SHOULDERS.
You can have your life together and still not feel okay. Therapy can be a place to put some of that weight down, speak honestly, and figure out what you want next.
YOU CAN BE DOING WELL AND STILL KNOW SOMETHING NEEDS TO CHANGE.
Maybe you're the one people depend on. You work, handle your responsibilities, show up for everyone else—and from the outside, things may look pretty good.But privately, you may be stressed, anxious, frustrated, disconnected, questioning your relationship, or wondering why you just don't feel like yourself lately.You don't have to be falling apart for therapy to make sense.
HOW I CAN HELP
You don't have to come to therapy with everything figured out. Maybe anxiety has been running the show, your relationship feels off, work is draining you, or life simply doesn't feel like it should.I help adults slow things down, understand what's really going on, and make changes that actually carry into everyday life.
Anxiety • Relationships • Men’s Issues • Stress & Burnout • Life Transitions
What Therapy With Me Is Like.
Therapy with me is a real conversation. I’ll listen without judgment, help you make sense of what’s happening, and also challenge you when I think it can help you grow.We’ll look at the patterns keeping you stuck, build practical tools you can actually use, and focus on changes that make a difference outside of our sessions.You can expect therapy that feels human, collaborative, and focused on you—not a textbook.
Meet Clarence
MSW • LCSW • Licensed in Illinois • Telehealth
I’m Clarence McCray, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker providing online therapy to adults throughout Illinois. I earned my Master of Social Work from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and have spent years helping people navigate anxiety, relationships, stress, life transitions, and personal growth.I believe therapy works best when you can actually be yourself. You don’t need the perfect words or have to pretend everything is okay. My job is to meet you where you are, help you understand what’s happening, and work with you toward where you want to be.
Online Therapy, Made Simple.
Online therapy for adults throughout Illinois
Sessions are held securely online, so you can meet from a private space that works for you—without adding another commute to your day.
$125 per session • Private Pay • Individuals & Couples
I do not participate with insurance networks. If you have out-of-network benefits, I can provide a superbill that you may submit to your insurance company for potential reimbursement.
Not sure if we’re a good fit?
Start with a free 15-minute consultation. No pressure—just a chance to talk and see if working together feels right.
Ready When You Are.
You don't have to have everything figured out before reaching out. If you're ready to talk about what's been going on and see whether therapy with me feels like the right fit, let's start with a conversation.
Clarence E. McCray, MSW, LCSW
Licensed Clinical Social Worker — Illinois
Online Therapy • Adults & Couples
Chicago, Illinois
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