Bonnie McClurd , LPC

Bonnie McClurd is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Georgia with 10 years of clinical experience. She focuses on helping people navigate stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship and family conflicts, grief, trauma, and a wide range of life challenges, including issues related to intimacy, parenting, career changes, and neurodiversity. Her practice also addresses concerns such as eating and sleeping difficulties, anger, self-esteem, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and compassion fatigue.

Bonnie approaches each person with respect for their lived experience, viewing individuals as the experts on their own stories while offering professional guidance to build on existing strengths. She draws on approaches like client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral techniques, and emotionally-focused methods to tailor interventions that fit each person’s needs and goals. Her work also encompasses coaching and support for complex concerns such as attachment and commitment issues, blended family dynamics, body image, and caregiver stress.

Recognizing that beginning therapy can require courage, she honors the first step and supports people through the process of change with empathy and practical tools. Bonnie often emphasizes collaboration - partnering with clients to identify priorities, set achievable goals, and develop coping strategies that translate into everyday life. "We never know which lives we influence, or when, or why." - Stephen King

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Bonnie McClurd integrates client-centered therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy to support people in online sessions. Client-centered therapy emphasizes empathy, active listening, and building a collaborative relationship so individuals feel heard and empowered to explore their strengths and values. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors to reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, and stress and to develop practical coping skills.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic work. Bonnie collaborates with each person to determine which methods best match their goals, preferences, and needs, and she adjusts the plan as progress is made so the therapy remains responsive and goal directed.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These formats make it easier to access licensed professionals from home or work, support continuity of care during life transitions, and allow people to engage in therapy in ways that feel most manageable for them.