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Ruth Anthony-McClary, LCSW

Compassionate support for stress, trauma, and mood challenges
  • Stress and anxiety support
  • Trauma informed care
  • Build coping skills

About Ruth Anthony-McClary

Ruth Anthony-McClary is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in New Jersey with 30 years of clinical social work experience. She supports adults who are navigating stress, mood-related concerns, trauma and abuse, and challenges with self-esteem, while also helping clients strengthen practical coping skills for everyday life.

Her work is grounded in respect, sensitivity, and compassion, with an emphasis on creating a supportive space where clients can feel understood. Ruth Anthony-McClary tailors each conversation and treatment plan to the individual, adapting the pace and focus to fit a client’s unique needs and goals.

She recognizes that reaching out for help can take courage, especially when life feels overwhelming or stuck. With a steady, collaborative approach, she helps clients take meaningful steps toward a more fulfilling and happier life.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepression

Also Specializes In

Relationship issuesGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigue

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessHoardingInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSex addictionSexual dysfunctionSmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems Systemic Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Ruth Anthony-McClary have?

Ruth Anthony-McClary has 30 years of experience in clinical social work.

Is Ruth Anthony-McClary a licensed therapist?

Yes. Ruth Anthony-McClary is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). Her license is NJ LCSW 44SC04805000.

In which languages does Ruth Anthony-McClary provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English.

Where is Ruth Anthony-McClary located?

Ruth Anthony-McClary is located in New Jersey.

How can I work with Ruth Anthony-McClary as my therapist?

You can work with Ruth Anthony-McClary through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, depending on what feels most comfortable and what is available.

Does Ruth Anthony-McClary work with international clients?

No. Ruth Anthony-McClary does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Ruth Anthony-McClary 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, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. 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.

Online therapy with approaches that meet you where you are

Ruth Anthony-McClary draws from well-established methods that can be adapted to your goals and what you are going through. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on noticing unhelpful thought patterns and habits, then practicing more supportive ways of thinking and responding. It is often used to build coping skills for stress, anxiety, and mood concerns.

Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationships and attachment experiences can shape current patterns in relationships, self-esteem, and emotional safety. This approach can be especially helpful when you want to better understand triggers, trust, and connection. Mindfulness Therapy adds practical strategies for grounding, attention, and emotion regulation, which can support day-to-day steadiness during difficult moments.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. Ruth Anthony-McClary works collaboratively, helping clients clarify needs, goals, and preferences so sessions feel relevant and manageable over time.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. This variety can make it easier to fit support into a busy schedule and choose the format that feels most comfortable.

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