01
- Stress and anxiety
- Trauma and abuse
- Grief and loss
About Thomas
Thomas McClernon, LCSW, is licensed in Pennsylvania and has eight years of clinical practice. He focuses on stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger, career issues, depression, and grief. He uses approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and Mindfulness Therapy to guide sessions.
Thomas works in outpatient, inpatient, and virtual settings. He helps people talk through difficult feelings and events. Sessions emphasize practical skills and mindful awareness. He aims to reduce overwhelming reactions and improve daily coping.
His background includes years of social work experience prior to clinical practice. That experience informs how he approaches problems across settings and life stages. He can address caregiver stress, chronic illness and pain, aging and geriatric issues, and concerns tied to cancer and hospice care.
He also addresses family of origin issues, blended family concerns, communication problems, control issues, and forgiveness work. Additional focuses include first responder issues, domestic violence, attachment problems, guilt and shame, and end-of-life counseling.
In sessions he combines skill teaching with reflective conversation. Clients can expect straightforward discussion, practice of coping techniques, and support in setting realistic goals. Thomas aims to help people regain steadiness and clearer direction after hard experiences.
02
Therapeutic approaches and how they translate online
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify what matters to them and take action aligned with those values. It combines acceptance of difficult thoughts with steps toward meaningful goals and can help with anxiety, depression, and grief. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thought patterns and testing new behaviors to reduce symptoms. It is useful for stress, anxiety, anger, and mood concerns. Mindfulness Therapy teaches present-moment awareness and simple practices to reduce reactivity and improve focus, which supports work on trauma recovery and chronic stress.Finding the right approach is part of the first sessions. The therapist will work collaboratively to decide which methods fit a person’s goals and preferences. This can include mixing approaches and adjusting pace based on progress and feedback.
The biography indicates experience in virtual spaces, but it does not list specific session formats here. Confirm current online session options before booking. In general, online work can make it easier to schedule appointments around work or caregiving, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Licensed professionals can use the same ACT, CBT, and mindfulness tools in remote sessions that they use in person, focusing on practical exercises, homework, and skill practice that fit into everyday life.
03
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
8+ years
Listed in
Pennsylvania, Virginia, Delaware
Languages
English
04
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he commonly address?
He works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger, career concerns, depression, and grief. He also addresses a wide range of related issues such as caregiver stress, chronic illness, and family of origin problems.
What therapeutic approaches does he use?
He uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and Mindfulness Therapy. These approaches guide skill work, values clarification, and emotional regulation.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has eight years of clinical practice. He also has additional years of social work experience before clinical practice.
Where is his license based?
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Pennsylvania. Sessions are provided with that licensure in mind.
What languages are offered for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English. He also accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
The original biography notes work in outpatient, inpatient, and virtual spaces. Confirm the current session formats before booking to ensure they meet your needs.
How is cost handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing depends on your chosen location.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session. That starts the onboarding and booking process.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988.