Chris Freeman-Clark, LISW

Chris Freeman-Clark is an independently licensed clinical social worker with a supervisory designation who brings more than 20 years of experience in mental health treatment. He practices with a focus on practical, compassionate support for people navigating stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, depression, and anger management. As a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW), he combines clinical training and supervisory experience to guide clients toward meaningful change.

He has particular experience working with adult survivors of dysfunctional family systems and with people who struggle with clutter or hoarding. Chris also works with clients who are motivated for change but feel unsure about how to begin. His approach emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and empathy, creating space for clients to explore patterns, set goals, and build skills that promote greater satisfaction in daily life.

Throughout his practice, Chris aims to support and empower individuals as they move toward a more satisfying and happier life, offering steady clinical guidance and collaborative problem solving tailored to each person’s needs.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Client-Centered Therapy prioritizes the client’s perspective, offering empathetic listening and support as individuals explore their values and goals. This approach helps people build self-awareness, increase confidence, and clarify what they want from relationships and life.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and adjusting unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. It is often used for anxiety, depression, stress, and patterns that interfere with daily functioning, giving clients concrete strategies to manage symptoms and solve problems.

Motivational Interviewing helps people who feel stuck or ambivalent about change by exploring their own motivations and strengthening commitment to realistic steps forward. It can be especially useful for clients working on addictions, hoarding, or other goals that require sustained effort.

Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the therapy process. Chris Freeman-Clark works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds.

Online therapy options - including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging - make it easier to arrange sessions around work, family, and other responsibilities. These formats increase flexibility and accessibility, allowing clients and licensed professionals to maintain continuity of care even when schedules or circumstances change.