Tracy Clarke , LPC

Tracy Clarke is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who blends clinical training with practical experience to support people facing addiction, trauma, stress, and a wide range of life challenges. She earned her master’s degree from California University of Pennsylvania and has worked in mental health since 2016. She is currently completing the final semester of a PhD program in counselor education and supervision at Waynesburg University.

Her therapeutic approach is intentionally eclectic, drawing primarily from cognitive behavioral therapy, client-centered methods, motivational interviewing, and acceptance and commitment therapy, with influences from existential theory. She is highly specialized in addictions counseling and brings a strong background supporting people with disabilities, including experience with autism and intellectual disabilities.

Tracy emphasizes the therapeutic relationship as the foundation for meaningful change, focusing on building trust and collaborative goals. She tailors interventions to each person’s priorities and preferences, using evidence-informed techniques to address symptoms, relationships, and coping strategies. She is not currently accepting new clients.

Could Remote Therapy Be a Good Match?

Many people ask whether meeting with a therapist online can really help. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, or navigating life transitions, online therapy has been shown to be comparable in effectiveness to traditional in-person care.

One of the main benefits is flexibility. Individuals can choose the way of connecting that fits their routine and comfort level - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging - which makes it easier to attend sessions around work, family, and other commitments.

Licensed professionals provide these services, and clients have the option to change therapists if they’d like a different fit. For many people, remote therapy offers practical access to consistent support while addressing the same issues commonly treated in face-to-face settings.