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Paul Clark, LICSW, LCSW
Virginia
Licensed clinical social worker - anxiety and relationships
See online therapy options- CBT and ACT
- Veteran and military issues
- Solution-focused work
About Paul
Paul Clark is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) and a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Virginia with ten years of clinical experience. He focuses on stress, anxiety, relationship and family concerns, along with self-esteem, addiction, grief, anger, career issues, depression, and coping with life changes. He also pays attention to communication problems, forgiveness, guilt and shame, veteran and armed forces issues, and self-harm. He offers services in English and accepts international clients.
Paul was raised near Washington, D.C., served 20 years on active duty as a Chief Petty Officer, and earned both his Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Social Work from Norfolk State University. His military background informs his understanding of veteran and armed forces concerns. He brings practical experience working with depression, anxiety, and relationship challenges among diverse populations.
His approach combines straightforward conversation with structured methods. He draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Emotionally-Focused Therapy, and Existential Therapy when relevant. He also uses solution-focused work, motivational interviewing, narrative techniques, and mindfulness practices to support change.
Sessions are interactive and direct. Paul emphasizes respectful, non-stigmatizing dialogue and works with people to build on what already helps them. He collaborates with clients to set concrete goals and develop steps toward those goals.
Fees vary by location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. To begin, select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
How his approaches translate to online work
Paul commonly draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which focuses on noticing and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors to reduce symptoms and improve daily functioning. CBT tends to use clear exercises, practice tasks, and short-term goal setting to address anxiety, depression, and stress.He also uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), which helps people clarify values, accept difficult emotions, and commit to actions that fit their goals. ACT can help when emotions or avoidance interfere with daily life. Client-Centered Therapy is another part of his work and centers on listening and responding to what the person brings, helping them find their own solutions.
Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. He will review your needs, goals, and preferences in early sessions and suggest methods to try. That plan can be adjusted based on what is most useful for you.
The original biography does not specify session formats, so confirm the available online options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Therapists and licensed professionals often use structured homework and in-session skills practice the same way they do in person, helping clients apply new habits between meetings.
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Experience
10+ years
Listed in
Virginia, District of Columbia, New Jersey, Arizona
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he help with most often?
He works with stress, anxiety, relationship and family concerns, plus self-esteem, addiction, grief, anger, career issues, depression, and coping with life changes.
How would he describe his therapeutic style?
His style is direct and interactive. He uses practical conversation alongside structured techniques to address problems.
What is his clinical background?
He has ten years of clinical experience and served 20 years on active duty as a Chief Petty Officer before entering social work practice.
What credentials and location apply?
He holds DC LICSW and AZ LCSW credentials and practices from Virginia.
In what languages can sessions be held?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are accepted.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm the current session options before booking.
How are fees handled?
Fees vary with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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