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Jill Clark

Jill Clark, LICSW, LCSW

Therapist in Texas · 18+ years of experience

Calm, practical therapy for stress and anxiety

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  • Practical coping skills
  • Goal focused work
  • Down to earth support

About Jill

Jill Clark is a licensed clinical social worker who focuses on helping people manage stress and anxiety. She brings 18 years of experience across clinics, schools, shelters, and private practice. Jill writes plainly and works to meet people where they are in life. Her approach centers on listening first and building a practical plan together. She uses client-centered and solution-focused methods to set immediate goals and make small, useful changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and mindfulness tools are used when helpful to reduce worry and improve sleep. Jill has supported people through trauma, grief, addiction, and relationship strain. She also addresses parenting challenges, body image, and the emotional effects of adoption and abandonment. Her experience includes work with individuals facing bipolar symptoms, ADHD, and co-morbid concerns. Sessions emphasize clear steps and everyday skills. Jill helps people learn how to set boundaries, manage anger, and rebuild self-esteem. She also works on coping strategies for life transitions and compassion fatigue. People who meet with Jill can expect straightforward conversations and practical homework between sessions. Her goal is to help clients move out of stuck patterns and toward healthier routines and relationships.

Areas of expertise

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAttachment issuesBlended family issuesBody imageCo-morbidityCommitment issuesControl issuesDependent personalityDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSelf-harmSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Mindfulness TherapySolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

18+ years

Credentials

Utah, Texas, Massachusetts

Languages

English

How Jill's Approaches Work Online

Jill commonly uses Client-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in her work. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and building a trusting relationship so clients can explore issues at their own pace. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy looks at patterns of thought and behavior and teaches practical skills to reduce worry and improve sleep and mood.

She treats the choice of approach as a collaborative process. Jill will discuss what matters most to the client, try approaches that fit their needs, and adjust the plan over time based on what helps. The aim is to match techniques to goals, whether those goals are reducing panic, improving relationships, or coping with grief.

If you plan to try online therapy, confirm which session formats are currently offered before booking. Many people find online sessions helpful because they can fit into a workday, avoid travel, and make it easier to keep regular meetings. Others prefer a shorter check-in when schedules are tight. Talk with Jill about what will work best for your routine and goals.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Jill commonly address?

She helps people with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, addictions, and self-esteem among other issues.

What is Jill's therapy style like?

Her style is client-centered and straightforward, focusing on listening, setting goals, and teaching practical skills like mindfulness and cognitive-behavioral techniques.

How much experience does she have?

Jill has 18 years of experience working in children shelters, hospitals and clinics, schools, and private practice.

What credentials and location are listed?

She holds MA LICSW and UT LCSW credentials and is based in Texas.

Which languages are supported?

Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not currently accepted.

What session formats are available?

Please confirm current session options before booking so you know which formats are offered for appointments.

How does cost and billing work?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working together?

Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.

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