Tracy Clarke, LPC
LPC specializing in addictions and trauma
- Addictions care
- Attachment-focused work
- Online therapy options
About Tracy Clarke
Tracy Clarke is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who brings a thoughtful, evidence-informed approach to mental health care. She earned her master’s degree from California University of Pennsylvania and has been working in mental health since 2016. Currently she is completing the final semester of a PhD program in counselor education and supervision at Waynesburg University, deepening her skills in training and clinical oversight.
Her practice is eclectic by design, blending cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), person-centered approaches, motivational interviewing, and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), along with elements of existential theory. This mix allows her to tailor interventions to each person’s goals, preferences, and life context. She is highly specialized in addictions counseling and has extensive experience supporting people with disabilities, including autism and intellectual disabilities.
Tracy emphasizes the therapeutic alliance as the foundation of effective work, prioritizing trust and a professional relationship that supports collaborative problem solving. She uses a range of techniques to help clients address stress, anxiety, trauma, relationship and family concerns, mood struggles, and issues related to self-esteem, grief, and coping with life changes. Her style is warm and pragmatic, focused on meeting clients where they are and helping them move toward meaningful change.
Her practice is eclectic by design, blending cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), person-centered approaches, motivational interviewing, and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), along with elements of existential theory. This mix allows her to tailor interventions to each person’s goals, preferences, and life context. She is highly specialized in addictions counseling and has extensive experience supporting people with disabilities, including autism and intellectual disabilities.
Tracy emphasizes the therapeutic alliance as the foundation of effective work, prioritizing trust and a professional relationship that supports collaborative problem solving. She uses a range of techniques to help clients address stress, anxiety, trauma, relationship and family concerns, mood struggles, and issues related to self-esteem, grief, and coping with life changes. Her style is warm and pragmatic, focused on meeting clients where they are and helping them move toward meaningful change.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily problemsFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHoardingImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Tracy Clarke have?
Tracy Clarke has 6 years of experience in the mental health field.
Is Tracy Clarke a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the LPC credential, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor. License details: PA LPC PC013396.
In which languages does Tracy Clarke provide therapy?
Tracy Clarke provides therapy in English.
Where is Tracy Clarke located?
Tracy Clarke is located in Pennsylvania.
How can I work with Tracy Clarke as my therapist?
You can work with Tracy Clarke through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Tracy Clarke work with international clients?
Yes, Tracy Clarke works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Tracy Clarke cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps clients clarify their values and take committed steps toward a meaningful life, even when difficult thoughts or feelings are present. ACT is useful for anxiety, stress, and situations where avoidance limits living fully.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and adjusting unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors. CBT is practical and goal-oriented, often used for anxiety, depression, and habit-related concerns such as sleep or eating difficulties.
Attachment-Based Therapy explores how early relationships influence current patterns in relationships and emotion regulation, which can support work on intimacy, abandonment, and relationship challenges.
Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process, and Tracy works collaboratively with clients to determine what methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. Together they explore techniques and adjust the plan as progress is made.
Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options allow clients to fit therapy into busy schedules, engage from different locations, and choose the communication style that feels most comfortable while working with licensed professionals and therapists.