Clare Smith, LCSW, Cary, NC | Psychotherapist

About Clare Smith

Focus areas

Anxiety

Bullying

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Psychological Trauma

Autism Spectrum Disorder

Mood Disorders

Clientele seen

Children (<13)

Individuals

Young adults (18-24)

Families

Teenagers (13-17)

Treatment approaches

Play Therapy

Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Art Therapy

Internal Family Systems (IFS)

EMDR

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Clare Smith

I’m Clare Smith, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Registered Play Therapist. I’m passionate about using creative modalities to help clients find themselves and grow, and my work focuses primarily on children, adolescents, and young adults, using Play Therapy, Art Therapy, and EMDR to make it easier to communicate and process life’s challenges. I have extensive experience and training in trauma-informed care and helping families heal from difficult experiences. I’m LGBTQ+ affirming and have worked with individuals from many different backgrounds. My goal is to help families learn to communicate effectively and treat one another with kindness.

What should a new client know about working with you?

I create a non-judgmental space where you and your family can tell your story in whatever way feels most comfortable — that might mean talking it through, or it might mean play, art, or other creative approaches, especially for children and teens who don’t always have the words yet. I bring a trauma-informed lens to everything I do, and I’m LGBTQ+ affirming, with experience supporting individuals and families from many different backgrounds. Whatever you’re navigating, my hope is that you leave sessions feeling more understood and better equipped to communicate with the people you love.

What is your typical process for working with clients?

Before your first session, our Client Care Coordinator, Heather, will reach out to complete paperwork and make sure I’m a good match for what you’re looking for — so we can focus on you from the beginning. For adults, the first few sessions are about getting to know you, understanding what brings you to therapy, and identifying what you’d like to change or work toward. From there, I tailor therapy to your individual needs and goals. You’re the expert on your own life, and I bring the clinical knowledge and tools. Together, we’ll decide what feels most helpful and adjust along the way. For teens, a parent joins for part of the first session before I begin meeting individually with the teen. For younger children, the first session is parents only, with both parents encouraged to attend. If parents are divorced, both must consent to treatment. After that, I meet with your child using developmentally appropriate approaches such as Child-Centered Play Therapy, art, and sand tray therapy. I also meet with parents every 4–6 weeks to discuss progress and ways to support goals at home. Regardless of age, therapy is collaborative, individualized, and designed to grow and change with you.

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Out-of-pocket fees and assistance

Initial session: $150 for 60 minutes

Ongoing session: $125 for 60 minutes

Files your insurance claim: You pay the session fee upfront and the provider files the claim for you, so you can get reimbursed directly without worrying about the paperwork

Popular visit reasons

Agoraphobia

Hoarding Disorder

New Patient Visit

Pain Management Consultation

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Sleep Problems

Young Adult Issues

Agoraphobia

Hoarding Disorder

New Patient Visit

Pain Management Consultation

Office location

Clare Smith, LCSW also offers online video visits for patients

Willow Creek Counseling Associates

531 Keisler Dr, Ste 104, Cary, NC 27518

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Education and background

Practice names

Willow Creek Counseling Associates

Education and training

North Carolina State Agricultual & Technical University, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1144686130

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Clare Smith?

Generally, Clare Smith has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Clare Smith's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.

Is Clare Smith accepting new patients?

Clare Smith generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Clare Smith's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.

Does Clare Smith accept my insurance?

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Can I make an appointment with Clare Smith online?

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What practice does Clare Smith work with?

Clare Smith works with Willow Creek Counseling Associates.

Where is Clare Smith's office located?

Clare Smith has 2 office locations, including in Cary and Watha, view full addresses on Clare Smith's profile.

What are common reasons for patients to see Clare Smith?

Clare Smith frequently sees patients for New Patient Visit, Pain Management Consultation, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Clare Smith on their profile.

What languages does Clare Smith speak?

Clare Smith speaks English.

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