Clare O'Toole, LMFT

Clare O'Toole holds a Master's Degree in Professional Counseling and is a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT). She has continued to deepen her training in attachment theory, trauma-informed care, harm reduction, mindfulness practices, and emotionally focused therapy (EFT), building a practice rooted in the idea that healing grows from connection with others and with oneself.

When working with adults she adopts a collaborative, nonjudgmental stance that pays close attention to each person's unique story and needs. Clare integrates evidence-based methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Internal Family Systems (IFS) while remaining flexible and client-centered in her approach.

She supports people who feel stuck in familiar patterns, who are overwhelmed by stress, or who are uncertain about next steps, offering space to slow down, reflect, and explore new ways forward. Her aim is to help clients feel more grounded, more connected, and more empowered as they navigate life changes. Clare brings warmth, presence, and genuine care to the therapeutic relationship and welcomes the opportunity to support those seeking growth and change.

Therapeutic Approaches for Online Care

Clare often draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), which helps people clarify their values, accept difficult thoughts and feelings, and take committed action toward a meaningful life. ACT can be helpful for stress, anxiety, and navigating life transitions.

Attachment-Based Therapy is another core approach she uses to explore how early relational patterns influence current relationships and emotional responses. This work can support people dealing with abandonment, attachment difficulties, trust issues, and relationship conflicts.

She also practices Client-Centered Therapy, offering empathic, nonjudgmental support that prioritizes the client's perspective and goals to bolster self-understanding and autonomy. As a licensed professional, Clare collaborates with each person to determine which approaches best match their needs, goals, and preferences - finding the right fit is part of the therapeutic process.

Online sessions via video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging make it easier to access care from different locations and schedules. These options provide flexibility for scheduling, allow clients to choose the communication style that feels most comfortable, and support continuity of care when in-person visits are not possible.