Hayley McLemore, LCSW

Hayley McLemore is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) with seven years of experience. She aims to make starting therapy feel straightforward and manageable for people feeling overwhelmed or stuck.

Hayley focuses on common struggles like stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, bipolar disorder, and substance concerns. She also helps people facing grief, trauma and abuse, anger, career pressures, and major life changes. Jealousy is listed among her areas of focus and can be addressed in sessions when it arises.

She creates a warm, nonjudgmental space where clients can talk through thoughts and feelings. Sessions are intended to let people speak openly while building practical ways to cope. Hayley emphasizes clear goals and small steps that fit into daily life.

Her approach draws on several evidence-informed methods, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Client-Centered Therapy. She also uses Motivational Interviewing and Solution-Focused Therapy when those methods fit a client’s needs.

Hayley is based in California and works in English and American Sign Language. She accepts international clients. To begin, people use the continue button on this profile, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.

How Hayley’s approaches translate to online therapy

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts without getting stuck in them and then choose actions that match their values. It can be useful for anxiety, depression, and ongoing stress. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thought patterns and testing small behavior changes to shift mood and functioning. It is often used for anxiety, depression, and coping skills. Client-Centered Therapy centers on a supportive, nonjudgmental relationship where the therapist follows the client’s lead and reflects what the client shares to build clarity and self-direction.

Finding the right mix of methods is part of the work. Hayley will collaborate with each person to decide which approaches fit their goals, needs, and preferences. That choice can evolve as progress is made, and adjustments are encouraged throughout care.

The therapist’s biography does not list specific online formats, so please confirm the available options before booking. In general, online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, allow for shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. They also let people maintain continuity of care when life or work requires flexibility.