Therapist profile
Chris Freeman-Clark, LISW
Licensed Independent Social Worker - Family and parenting focus
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- CBT techniques
- Motivational interviewing
- Client-centered care
About Chris
Chris Freeman-Clark is an Ohio LISW - a Licensed Independent Social Worker - with 21 years of clinical experience. He focuses on common household strains like stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, parenting concerns, and depression. He also helps people facing addiction, grief, trauma and abuse, and struggles with self-esteem and anger.
Chris works with adults who are dealing with problems rooted in family life and long-standing patterns. He has experience supporting people who grew up in dysfunctional families, those coping with clutter or hoarding, and adults who want to make change but are unsure how to begin. He lists areas like fatherhood issues, blended family challenges, and adoption and foster care among his additional focus areas.
His approach draws on client-centered methods, cognitive behavioral techniques, and motivational interviewing. In practice he listens for what matters most, then helps people try practical steps that fit their day-to-day life. Sessions often include clear, manageable goals and strategies people can test between meetings.
Chris describes himself as respectful and sensitive in how he works. He aims to support people through concrete problem-solving and skill building rather than abstract talk alone. Many come for help with communication problems, family of origin concerns, or to cope with big life changes.
People considering work on parenting strain, relationship stress, or long-term patterns of avoidance may find his blend of straightforward techniques and collaborative planning a useful match.
How sessions work
How his approaches are used in online sessions
Client-centered therapy focuses on the person's priorities and gives them space to talk about what matters most. It helps when someone needs a respectful listener and collaborative problem-solving. Cognitive behavioral therapy, or CBT, looks at thoughts and behaviors and uses short practical exercises to change unhelpful patterns. It is often used for anxiety, depression, and problems like anger or motivation. Motivational interviewing helps people who feel stuck or uncertain about change by exploring ambivalence and building internal reasons to try something different.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Chris will discuss goals and try methods that fit the client's needs and preferences. He aims to be collaborative about which techniques to use and adjusts the plan based on what is most helpful in practice.
Confirm the exact session formats before booking because the profile does not list specific options. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into busy days, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. They also let people try practical CBT exercises between meetings and use motivational interviewing to build momentum outside of sessions. If scheduling around work, parenting, or other household responsibilities is important, ask about session lengths and timing when you arrange the first appointment.
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Experience
21+ years
Listed in
Ohio
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
Can he help with parenting stress and strained relationships at home?
Yes. He lists parenting and relationship concerns among his core areas and works with adults who want help managing those home pressures.
What kind of therapy style does he use?
He uses client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and motivational interviewing to focus on practical steps and personal goals.
How much experience does he have in mental health?
He has 21 years of mental health treatment experience, working with a range of adult concerns.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is an Ohio LISW, which stands for Licensed Independent Social Worker, and he practices in Ohio.
Does he offer sessions in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English. He is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats does he provide?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as the profile does not specify exact formats.
How are fees handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started if I want to schedule with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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