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Hayley McLemore, LCSW
California
LCSW - Anxiety and mood concerns
See online therapy options- CBT focused work
- ACT strategies
- American Sign Language
About Hayley
Hayley McLemore is an LCSW with seven years of clinical experience based in California. She helps people handle stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, bipolar symptoms, depression, grief, trauma and abuse, addiction concerns, anger, career worries, and coping with life changes. Sessions are offered in English and American Sign Language. Hayley accepts international clients and works with adults facing a range of emotional and behavioral challenges.
Her approach blends practical methods that focus on thoughts, feelings, and actions. She uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify unhelpful thinking patterns and test new ways of responding. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ideas help people notice difficult feelings while choosing actions that match their values. Client-Centered Therapy and Motivational Interviewing guide conversations so clients set goals and discover their own motivation.
Hayley aims for clear, structured sessions where goals are defined and progress is tracked. She often combines short-term solution-focused techniques with longer work on patterns that keep problems recurring. People who come for help can expect direct discussions about coping skills and behavioral changes they can try between sessions.
Her background includes licensed clinical social work across multiple US states and seven years of practice supporting adults with co-occurring issues such as chronic pain, substance use, attachment concerns, and caregiver stress. She also addresses issues related to communication problems, codependency, and feelings of isolation.
Practical matters like scheduling and billing are handled through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. To begin, prospective clients complete a brief matching questionnaire and schedule an initial appointment through the online therapy options.
How CBT, ACT, and client-centered work online
Hayley uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice unhelpful thoughts, test them, and try different behaviors. CBT sessions typically focus on specific problems, with exercises and small experiments to change how someone thinks and acts. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy is used to help people accept difficult feelings and commit to actions that reflect their values, which can be useful for ongoing mood or stress issues. Client-Centered Therapy guides the conversation around the client's priorities, encouraging reflection and self-directed goals.Choosing an approach is collaborative. Hayley will discuss goals and preferences, try methods that fit the situation, and adjust the plan as needed. That means sessions can mix structured CBT tools with acceptance work or motivational interviewing depending on what helps in real life.
The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm the current online options before booking. Many people find that online sessions make it easier to fit therapy into work or family schedules, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. Online work can let clients practice skills in day-to-day settings and bring concrete examples to sessions for problem-solving.
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Experience
7+ years
Listed in
New York, Oregon, Washington, California, Colorado, Ohio, Texas, Wisconsin, Virginia
Languages
English, American Sign Language
Frequently asked questions
What types of problems does she help with most often?
She helps people with stress, anxiety, self-esteem, bipolar and depression, grief, trauma, addictions, anger, career concerns, and coping with life changes.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
The style is practical and structured, using goal-focused conversations, skills practice, and clear steps to test new ways of thinking and behaving.
What is her clinical experience?
She has seven years of professional experience working with adults who face co-occurring challenges and complex stressors.
What credentials and location are listed?
She holds the LCSW credential and is based in California.
Which languages are supported during sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and American Sign Language.
Can people outside the United States work with her?
She accepts international clients, so people outside the U.S. can inquire through the platform.
What session formats are offered?
The original profile does not list specific session formats; confirm current session options before booking.
How does the billing and first session work?
Costs vary with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time; to start, complete the short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session via the online therapy options button.
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