Gilbert Clark, LPC, LPCC
Creative, person-centered support for recovery and relationships
- Addiction recovery guidance
- Trauma informed care
- Relationship and family support
About Gilbert Clark
Gilbert Clark is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) with 12 years of experience supporting adults and families through addiction recovery and broader mental health concerns. He earned an MA and has pursued specialized training through the Hazelden Betty Ford Graduate School of Addiction Studies, along with training through the Mayo Clinic, which deepened his understanding of whole-person wellness and the many factors that can influence healing.
With experience across a wide range of treatment settings and diverse client backgrounds, Gilbert brings an individualized mindset to care. He believes therapy is most effective when it is tailored to the person, offered with respect, and grounded in an understanding of each individual’s strengths, values, and lived experience. His style is eclectic, drawing from cognitive strategies, mindfulness-based practices, narrative work, and solution-focused therapy to help clients make sense of what they are facing and move toward meaningful change.
Gilbert specializes in addiction treatment and recovery, including guiding clients through initial substance use assessment, the phases of recovery, and ongoing maintenance. He also supports people working through relationship and family challenges, families seeking help for a loved one, self-exploration, and trauma-related concerns. In addition, Gilbert identifies as a creative who writes, records, and performs original music with a focus on recovery music, bringing a compassionate, trauma-informed, person-centered, and experiential approach to the therapy process.
With experience across a wide range of treatment settings and diverse client backgrounds, Gilbert brings an individualized mindset to care. He believes therapy is most effective when it is tailored to the person, offered with respect, and grounded in an understanding of each individual’s strengths, values, and lived experience. His style is eclectic, drawing from cognitive strategies, mindfulness-based practices, narrative work, and solution-focused therapy to help clients make sense of what they are facing and move toward meaningful change.
Gilbert specializes in addiction treatment and recovery, including guiding clients through initial substance use assessment, the phases of recovery, and ongoing maintenance. He also supports people working through relationship and family challenges, families seeking help for a loved one, self-exploration, and trauma-related concerns. In addition, Gilbert identifies as a creative who writes, records, and performs original music with a focus on recovery music, bringing a compassionate, trauma-informed, person-centered, and experiential approach to the therapy process.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Stress, AnxietyLGBTFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigue
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAttachment issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesControl issuesDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionFamily of origin issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Sex addictionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Gottman Method Jungian Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Gilbert Clark have?
Gilbert Clark has 12 years of experience.
Is Gilbert Clark a licensed therapist?
Yes. Gilbert Clark is licensed as an LPC and an LPCC. License details include MI LPC 6401222548 and MN LPCC cc02015.
In which languages does Gilbert Clark provide therapy?
Gilbert Clark provides therapy in English.
Where is Gilbert Clark located?
Gilbert Clark is located in Michigan.
How can I work with Gilbert Clark as my therapist?
You can work with Gilbert Clark through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Gilbert Clark work with international clients?
Yes. Gilbert Clark works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Gilbert Clark cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic tools that fit online life
Gilbert Clark draws from several evidence-informed approaches that translate well to online therapy. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on the connection between thoughts, emotions, and actions, helping clients notice unhelpful patterns and practice more workable responses, especially when stress, anxiety, depression, or relationship strain are getting in the way.Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) emphasizes clarifying personal values and building skills to handle difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them. It can be especially useful when clients want to move forward in recovery or life changes while developing greater psychological flexibility. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) adds practical tools for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, which can support steadier coping during high-intensity moments.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Gilbert collaborates with each client to understand goals, preferences, and what has or has not helped before, then adjusts the pace and methods accordingly.
Online therapy also offers flexible ways to connect, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. This variety can make it easier to stay engaged between sessions, fit therapy around a busy schedule, and access support from wherever is most convenient.