Gary is an effective listener and offers great insight.
Gary Clark, LCPC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Gary is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 4.5 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Gary. View 7 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Maryland
Recent reviews
Gary is great! I’ve made so much progress with him by my side. Thank you for all you do!
More about Gary
- 30 years' experience
- Male
- LCPC
I am a licensed mental health counselor in Maryland. I have over 30 years experience counseling families and individuals and training graduate students to become counselors. In that time I've helped people with anxiety, depression, abandonment, physical and sexual abuse, grief and loss, family conflict and trauma recovery among other issues. Since I know that the decision to seek professional help for very personal concerns can feel risky, I like to take my time getting to know you before I make any suggestions or draw any conclusions about your life. My style is friendly and informal. I tend to focus on your strengths and abilities when we talk. You'll find that I'm much more interested in your successes than your failures.
My therapeutic orientations are Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy and Positive Psychology. Although we can't imagine it when we're in distress, we are actually in charge of our thoughts, feelings and behavior. Since thoughts produce emotions and emotions drive behavior we'll be spending time recognizing how that works for you. Remember, you are in charge of how you function. My professional and life experience has taught me that the generous application of humor, whenever possible, is good medicine. No bad side effects and it's totally free.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Parenting issues
Relationship issues
Intimacy-related issues
Sleeping disorders
Anger management
Self esteem
Depression
Coping with life changes
ADHD
Abandonment
Aging and geriatric issues
Blended family issues
Caregiver issues and stress
Communication problems
Family problems
Guilt and shame
Isolation / loneliness
Post-traumatic stress
Social anxiety and phobia
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Gary Clark's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1588605125.
- LCPC · Maryland · LC0902 · Expires January 2026
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Gary Clark
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Gary is an effective listener and offers great insight.
Gary is great! I’ve made so much progress with him by my side. Thank you for all you do!
Gary is a very helpful, insightful therapist. He also has a sense of humor which is very helpful. He went above and beyond to provide me with helpful tools. He is compassionate and empathetic. I would highly recommend.
Gary is awesome! He's wonderful at listening and offering thoughtful responses during our sessions. One major area he's working with me on is helping me to trust my instincts, and his validation has been invaluable.
Gary is kind, empathic and overall jovial. It always feels like you’re speaking to a friend or a really helpful older brother. His advice is always gently helpful and his feedback is always non-judgemental. He encourages self love and self care.
Gary is very patient and has keen perception. He also has a sense of humor, which is helpful. I feel like he listens to my concerns and issues and is nonjudgemental.
He helped me to overcome ten year relationship that I didn't want to end. I've been suffering for ten months since our break-up. No more suffering.
Frequently asked questions
Does Gary Clark offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Gary Clark works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Gary Clark speak?
Gary Clark speaks English.
How many years of experience does Gary Clark have?
Gary Clark has 30 years of experience.
Where is Gary Clark licensed to practice?
Gary Clark is licensed to practice in Maryland.
Does Gary Clark accept clients outside of the United States?
Yes, Gary Clark accepts clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Gary Clark offer?
Gary Clark offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Gary Clark?
Gary Clark can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Gary Clark?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.