Carri McClellan, LPC, LPC-MHSP
Addiction and trauma-focused counselor
- 16 years experience
- Trauma and addiction
- Flexible online sessions
About Carri McClellan
Carri McClellan is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and holds the LPC-MHSP designation, a licensed professional counselor who is also recognized as a mental health service provider. With 16 years of clinical experience, she specializes in addiction and trauma care while supporting people through anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, grief, and a wide range of life transitions. Her training includes a Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology from Pacific University and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from The University of Tennessee.
Her practice is rooted in evidence-based techniques, drawing on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy alongside trauma-informed methods. When appropriate, she weaves mindfulness strategies into sessions to strengthen emotional regulation and resilience. Carri’s primary clinical background is in substance use treatment, and she works comfortably within both harm reduction and abstinence-based frameworks to honor each person’s recovery path.
Carri emphasizes a client-centered, collaborative approach that prioritizes respect, listening, and practical tools tailored to individual goals and values. She aims to build a therapeutic relationship that supports meaningful change and whole-person healing. She serves clients in Oregon and Tennessee and is a Mental Health Service Provider in Washington. Please note she is not currently accepting new adolescent clients.
Her practice is rooted in evidence-based techniques, drawing on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy alongside trauma-informed methods. When appropriate, she weaves mindfulness strategies into sessions to strengthen emotional regulation and resilience. Carri’s primary clinical background is in substance use treatment, and she works comfortably within both harm reduction and abstinence-based frameworks to honor each person’s recovery path.
Carri emphasizes a client-centered, collaborative approach that prioritizes respect, listening, and practical tools tailored to individual goals and values. She aims to build a therapeutic relationship that supports meaningful change and whole-person healing. She serves clients in Oregon and Tennessee and is a Mental Health Service Provider in Washington. Please note she is not currently accepting new adolescent clients.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
Relationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-loveSex addictionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Carri McClellan have?
Carri McClellan has 16 years of clinical experience.
Is Carri McClellan a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credentials LPC and LPC-MHSP. LPC stands for Licensed Professional Counselor, and LPC-MHSP indicates a Licensed Professional Counselor who is designated as a Mental Health Service Provider. License details are OR LPC C5566 and TN LPC-MHSP 6664.
In which languages does Carri McClellan provide therapy?
Carri provides therapy in English.
Where is Carri McClellan located?
Carri is located in Tennessee.
How can I work with Carri McClellan as my therapist?
You can work with Carri through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Carri McClellan work with international clients?
Carri McClellan does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Carri McClellan 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 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.
Approaches That Translate Well to Online Therapy
Carri uses Client-Centered Therapy to create a supportive, nonjudgmental space where the client's priorities guide each session. This approach emphasizes empathy and collaboration and is helpful for people working through relationship concerns, self-esteem, and life transitions.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and developing practical skills to change them. CBT is effective for managing anxiety, depression, stress, and patterns that interfere with daily functioning.
Mindfulness-based strategies are also integrated when helpful to teach attention and grounding practices that support emotional regulation and resilience, particularly for trauma-related distress and ongoing stressors.
Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Carri works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting techniques as progress unfolds.
Online sessions by video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging offer flexibility for people balancing work, caregiving, or mobility limits. These options make it possible to receive consistent care from licensed professionals without needing to travel, and they allow therapy to fit into a variety of schedules and lifestyles.