About Clymie
Clymie Allen is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with four decades of clinical experience. She draws on long experience in outpatient and hospital settings to help people manage anxiety, depression, substance concerns, and relationship strain. Her approach aims to be straightforward and compassionate so people feel heard and understood from the first visit.
Clymie uses client-centered methods to focus on each person's strengths and goals. She pairs that with cognitive behavioral tools to help change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going. These approaches are practical and aim to produce clear steps people can try between sessions.
Her background includes work with veterans at a VA hospital in Los Angeles and with adults, adolescents, children, and older adults in community outpatient care. That variety informs her ability to adjust pace and language to fit different life stages and challenges. She also has experience addressing grief, trauma and abuse, and issues around parenting and blended families.
Clymie lists codependency among her additional focus areas, and she helps people untangle patterns that create unhealthy reliance in relationships. She also assists with coping during major life changes, caregiver stress, and complex family concerns.
People who choose Clymie can expect a practical, respectful style that emphasizes clear communication and gradual progress. She encourages collaborative goal-setting and regular review so work in therapy stays focused and useful.
How Clymie's Approaches Work Online
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and building trust. It prioritizes the person's perspective and helps people set their own goals and move at a comfortable pace. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at patterns of thought and behavior and teaches concrete techniques to reduce symptoms like anxiety or low mood. These methods work well for problems such as depression, anxiety, stress, and unhealthy relationship patterns.Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. That means trying practical exercises, reviewing what helps, and adjusting the plan over time as needed.
Confirm the session formats available before booking so you know how sessions will be delivered. Online therapy can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy life, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It also lets people use video or phone options when quieter surroundings or lower bandwidth are important. Talk with the therapist about what will work best with your schedule and day-to-day routines.
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Experience
40+ years
Credentials
California, Texas
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Clymie address?
She sees a wide range of issues including stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, grief, trauma and abuse, relationship and intimacy-related problems, eating and sleeping difficulties, parenting challenges, and codependency.
How would you describe her therapy style?
Clymie blends client-centered listening with cognitive behavioral techniques to create practical steps. The work tends to be focused on clear goals and real-life changes.
What kind of experience does she bring?
She has 40 years of clinical practice, including work at a VA hospital in Los Angeles and in outpatient community settings with people across the lifespan.
Where is she licensed and based?
She holds LCSW credentials and practices from California. License details include TX LCSW and CA LCSW as provided.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she work with international clients?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions scheduled and what does cost look like?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to therapist availability.
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