LinTiya McCleary , LPC, LCMHC

LinTiya McCleary, LPC, LCMHC, is a licensed mental health professional practicing in North Carolina and South Carolina with five years of clinical experience. LPC stands for Licensed Professional Counselor and LCMHC stands for Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor - both credentials indicate formal training and state licensure to provide therapy. She focuses on helping people navigate stress, anxiety, relationship and family challenges, self-esteem concerns, and depression, tailoring care to each person’s unique situation.

Her approach emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and compassionate support while collaborating with clients to create a treatment plan that fits their goals and life circumstances. LinTiya works with a range of issues including attachment and communication difficulties, control and forgiveness struggles, grief from divorce or separation, guilt and shame, social anxiety and isolation, and questions about life purpose and financial stress. She also addresses mood disorders, trauma-related reactions, and relationship patterns such as narcissism.

LinTiya aims to make the process of seeking a more fulfilling life approachable and achievable. She values each person’s courage in taking the first step and offers practical, evidence-informed strategies alongside empathetic listening to support growth, resilience, and clearer paths forward.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

LinTiya integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy into her online work. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without being overwhelmed by them, and focuses on taking meaningful action in line with personal values - it is often helpful for stress, anxiety, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) teaches practical skills to identify and change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns, which can reduce symptoms of depression, anxiety, and mood difficulties.

She also uses client-centered techniques that prioritize empathy, active listening, and the client’s own goals; this approach helps people feel heard and supported while they explore what matters most to them. Finding the right mix of methods is part of the therapeutic process - LinTiya works collaboratively with each client to determine which approaches best fit their needs, goals, and preferences.

Online sessions are offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexible options to fit different schedules and comfort levels. These formats allow clients to access licensed professionals from home or other convenient locations, making it easier to maintain consistency and integrate therapy into everyday life.