Tracy Clarke, LPC
LPC specializing in addictions and trauma-informed care
- Addictions counseling expert
- Autism and disability experience
- Acceptance and commitment therapy
About Tracy Clarke
Tracy Clarke is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who brings a blend of formal training and hands-on experience to her work. She earned a master’s degree from California University of Pennsylvania and is completing the final semester of a PhD program in counselor education and supervision at Waynesburg University. She has worked in mental health since 2016 and has developed particular expertise in addictions counseling while also spending more than a decade supporting individuals with disabilities, including autism and intellectual disabilities.
Her clinical approach is intentionally eclectic, drawing from cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), person-centered therapy, motivational interviewing, and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), along with elements of existential theory. Those methods are applied with attention to each person’s unique background and goals, and she adapts techniques to match individual needs and preferences. Tracy emphasizes the therapeutic alliance as the foundation for meaningful work, focusing on building trust and a professional relationship that enables collaborative problem solving.
Tracy uses a range of strategies to help clients address addictions, trauma, anxiety, relationship and family concerns, mood struggles, and challenges related to neurodiversity and caregiving. She looks forward to working with prospective clients in the future.
Her clinical approach is intentionally eclectic, drawing from cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), person-centered therapy, motivational interviewing, and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), along with elements of existential theory. Those methods are applied with attention to each person’s unique background and goals, and she adapts techniques to match individual needs and preferences. Tracy emphasizes the therapeutic alliance as the foundation for meaningful work, focusing on building trust and a professional relationship that enables collaborative problem solving.
Tracy uses a range of strategies to help clients address addictions, trauma, anxiety, relationship and family concerns, mood struggles, and challenges related to neurodiversity and caregiving. She looks forward to working with prospective clients in the future.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily problemsFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHoardingImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Tracy Clarke have?
Tracy Clarke has 6 years of experience.
Is Tracy Clarke a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the LPC credential - Licensed Professional Counselor. License details: PA LPC PC013396.
In which languages does Tracy Clarke provide therapy?
Tracy Clarke provides therapy in English.
Where is Tracy Clarke located?
Tracy Clarke is located in Pennsylvania.
How can I work with Tracy Clarke as my therapist?
You can work with Tracy Clarke through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Tracy Clarke work with international clients?
Yes, Tracy Clarke works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Tracy Clarke cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches for Effective Online Care
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify their values and take committed steps toward a meaningful life despite difficult thoughts and feelings. It is useful for anxiety, stress, and challenges where avoidance has become a pattern. Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on patterns of relating that originate in early relationships and explores how those attachment styles affect current relationships and emotional regulation - it can be particularly helpful for intimacy issues, abandonment concerns, and relationship difficulties.
Client-centered therapy emphasizes a respectful, nonjudgmental therapeutic relationship in which the therapist provides empathy, unconditional positive regard, and support so the client can explore and grow at their own pace. This approach supports self-esteem, coping with life changes, and building trust in the therapeutic process.
Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Tracy Clarke works with each person to identify which methods feel most helpful given their goals, preferences, and life circumstances, and she adjusts the plan as progress unfolds. Licensed professionals often combine techniques to meet complex needs.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place by video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging - so care can fit into busy schedules, accommodate different communication styles, and reach people across distances. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care and access therapeutic support when and how it is most convenient.