- skills-based care
- trauma-informed approach
- goal focused
About Claire
Claire Simon is a licensed independent social worker (LISW) who focuses on practical, skills-based care. She aims to meet people where they are and help them set small, attainable goals. Her approach is straightforward and goal-focused to make progress feel manageable.
She draws on evidence-based and integrative treatment methods. That means she tailors interventions to each person and adjusts them based on feedback and results. Sessions often include teaching concrete coping skills and sharing resources that someone can use between appointments.
Claire emphasizes trauma-informed, short-term work when that fits a person's needs. She helps people increase daily coping and restore a sense of balance. She also supports shifts from self-criticism toward more self-compassion through practical exercises and guided reflection.
Her experience includes addressing anxiety, stress, depression, ADHD, and trauma and abuse. Additional focuses listed include panic disorder and panic attacks, mood disorders, obsessive-compulsive concerns, post-traumatic stress, and sexual assault and abuse. She also notes work related to veteran and armed forces issues, women’s concerns, and young adult issues.
Claire brings ten years of clinical experience in Ohio settings. People interested in working with her are encouraged to consider whether a skills-based, collaborative approach fits their goals and to follow the site's process to begin matching and scheduling.
How evidence-based approaches translate to online care
Many of Claire's methods focus on teaching skills and using practical exercises. One common evidence-based technique is behavioral activation, which involves planning small, specific activities to lift mood and increase engagement. This approach can help with depression and low energy by building doable habits.Another frequently used technique focuses on anxiety management through breathing, pacing, and exposure practices that gradually reduce avoidance. These steps aim to increase confidence in day-to-day situations and can be useful for panic-related worries. A third emphasis is trauma-informed coping skills that prioritize safety, grounding, and managing intense emotions in the moment.
Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with each person to identify goals, try techniques, and adapt the plan based on what helps. Clients and the therapist decide together which methods fit best for current concerns and life demands.
Session formats are not specified in the provided biography, so confirm available options before booking. In general, online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, avoid travel time, and use brief check-ins when days are tight. Different formats can support quieter conversations, shorter focused skill practice, or longer reflective work depending on what you need.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
10+ years
Listed in
Ohio
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Claire commonly address?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, ADHD, and trauma and abuse. Additional areas noted include panic disorder and panic attacks, OCD-related concerns, mood disorders, and issues tied to sexual assault and abuse.
How would you describe the therapy style?
Care is practical and skills based, using evidence-informed methods. The focus is on teaching tools, setting attainable goals, and adjusting plans based on client feedback.
What is Claire's professional background?
She has ten years of clinical experience working in Ohio. Her work emphasizes trauma-informed and short-term interventions when appropriate.
What credentials and location are listed?
She holds the LISW credential and practices in Ohio.
Which languages are supported and can international clients connect?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not specify exact session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking to ensure they meet your needs.
How does cost and payment work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin the process to work together?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.