Bonnie McClurd , LPC

Bonnie McClurd is a licensed mental health professional in Georgia with 10 years of clinical experience. She practices as an LPC, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor, and has worked with people facing stress and anxiety as well as those coping with addictions and relationship or family conflicts.

Her approach centers on recognizing each person as the expert of their own story. She cultivates a strengths-based environment, helping clients identify and build on their existing resources to address challenges and reach their goals. Bonnie aims to create a collaborative space where practical strategies and personal insight come together to support lasting change.

Starting therapy can be a significant step, and Bonnie acknowledges the courage it takes to begin that work. She encourages people who are ready to explore their concerns and connect with their strengths to consider therapy as a meaningful way forward.

"We never know which lives we influence, or when, or why." - Stephen King

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Bonnie McClurd uses Client-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and she also draws from Emotionally-Focused Therapy when appropriate. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy and respect, inviting clients to explore their experiences at their own pace and to build self-awareness and self-compassion. CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors and developing practical skills to manage anxiety, depression, and stress-related issues. Emotionally-Focused Therapy helps people understand and shift patterns in close relationships by exploring emotions and fostering more secure connections.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Bonnie works collaboratively with clients to determine what fits their needs, goals, and preferences. She helps clients try techniques, reflect on what works, and adjust the plan as progress unfolds.

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 regular support without travel, accommodate busy lives, and provide multiple ways to engage so clients can pick the method that works best for them.