Lindsay McClernan, LCSW
Wisconsin LCSW for trauma and life transitions
- Trauma-informed care
- Person-centered approach
- Flexible online sessions
About Lindsay McClernan
Lindsay McClernan is a licensed therapist in Wisconsin who brings 11 years of experience to work with people facing complex life challenges. As an LCSW - Licensed Clinical Social Worker - she combines a trauma-informed, person-centered stance with evidence-based techniques to support individuals coping with stress, anxiety, trauma, family dynamics, and major life transitions.
Her practice emphasizes creating an affirming, compassionate environment where clients can explore their experiences and develop practical strategies for growth. Lindsay focuses on helping people build self-love, strengthen communication, reduce isolation, and reconnect with a sense of purpose while addressing issues such as mood disorders, relationship struggles, addiction, and parenting concerns.
She works closely with diverse populations, including young adults, women, and those navigating multicultural challenges, prejudice, or discrimination. Drawing on approaches that honor attachment patterns and individual strengths, Lindsay aims to help clients heal from past wounds and develop greater resilience. Her style is collaborative and empathetic, supporting clients as they identify goals and take concrete steps toward meaningful change.
Her practice emphasizes creating an affirming, compassionate environment where clients can explore their experiences and develop practical strategies for growth. Lindsay focuses on helping people build self-love, strengthen communication, reduce isolation, and reconnect with a sense of purpose while addressing issues such as mood disorders, relationship struggles, addiction, and parenting concerns.
She works closely with diverse populations, including young adults, women, and those navigating multicultural challenges, prejudice, or discrimination. Drawing on approaches that honor attachment patterns and individual strengths, Lindsay aims to help clients heal from past wounds and develop greater resilience. Her style is collaborative and empathetic, supporting clients as they identify goals and take concrete steps toward meaningful change.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesGriefParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesDepressionCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDissociationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameImmigration issuesIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Attachment-Based Therapy 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 Internal Family Systems
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Lindsay McClernan have?
Lindsay McClernan has 11 years of experience.
Is Lindsay McClernan a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential LCSW - Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details: WI LCSW 9648-123.
In which languages does Lindsay McClernan provide therapy?
Therapy is provided in English.
Where is Lindsay McClernan located?
Lindsay McClernan is located in Wisconsin.
How can I work with Lindsay McClernan as my therapist?
You can work with Lindsay McClernan through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Lindsay McClernan work with international clients?
Lindsay McClernan does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Lindsay McClernan 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.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care
Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early relationships shape emotional patterns and helps clients understand and repair relational wounds. This approach can be useful for people dealing with abandonment, attachment issues, blended family dynamics, or challenges in close relationships.Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a respectful, nonjudgmental therapeutic relationship where the client leads the pace and topics of work. It supports self-exploration, self-esteem, and empowerment and is often helpful for those facing life transitions, grief, or identity concerns.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) addresses unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns by teaching practical skills to manage anxiety, depression, and stress. CBT is goal-oriented and often used to develop coping strategies for mood disorders, addiction triggers, and everyday stressors.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Lindsay McClernan collaborates with clients to select methods that match their needs, goals, and preferences. She and the client will review options and adjust the plan as progress unfolds.
Online therapy options - including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging - make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life and reach licensed professionals from home or elsewhere. These formats offer flexibility in scheduling, allow for continuity during life changes, and let therapists tailor communication styles to what works best for each client.