LeToya McClay , LPC

LeToya McClay is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Mississippi with 17 years of clinical experience, offering focused, practical therapy geared toward measurable progress.

She often practices as a registered play therapist during the school year, typically working in that role from August through late May. At this stage in her career she emphasizes short-term counseling, often planning treatment over about 6 to 10 sessions to help clients address specific concerns efficiently while respecting their time.

Her background includes work with anxiety, depression, oppositional behaviors, attention deficit and impulsivity concerns, and clients with severe trauma histories. She draws on an eclectic mix of methods, integrating Narrative Therapy, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Play Therapy to match techniques to each person’s needs. This flexible approach lets her tailor interventions to the presenting issue and the client’s strengths.

In sessions she aims to help clients reach their goals while offering steady, non-judgmental support. Her practice focuses on helping individuals, families, and caregivers navigate life changes, improve relationships, and develop coping skills for stress, grief, trauma, and mood concerns.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

LeToya McClay uses several evidence-informed approaches that translate well to remote work. Attachment-Based Therapy explores patterns of connection and trust formed in relationships and helps people working through intimacy issues, attachment concerns, and family dynamics by strengthening relational understanding and security.

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on the person’s experience, offering empathy and collaborative goal-setting so clients feel heard and empowered to pursue change; it is useful for self-esteem, grief, and navigating life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) targets unhelpful thought and behavior patterns with practical strategies and skills to manage anxiety, depression, and mood symptoms.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. She works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress is made.

Online sessions by video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging increase flexibility and accessibility, allowing clients to receive consistent support without travel. These formats make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life changes, and access licensed professionals from home or other convenient locations.