Tanya McClung , LCMHC, MD, LCPC

Tanya McClung is a licensed professional counselor practicing in West Virginia with 10 years of hands-on experience helping people navigate stress, anxiety, trauma, relationship challenges, and life transitions. She holds credentials listed as LCMHC, MD, and LCPC; the LCMHC and LCPC are counseling licenses and MD is also cited among her credentials. She earned a Bachelor of Social Work from Concord University and a Master of Professional Counseling from Liberty University, training that underpins a practical, skills-focused approach to therapy.

Tanya integrates evidence-based methods such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) with client-centered work, expressive modalities, and somatic-informed techniques to address symptoms and underlying causes. She has experience supporting individuals dealing with negative self-talk, low self-esteem, mood instability, depression, irrational beliefs, trauma and abuse, parenting concerns, and identity development. Tanya also brings experience facilitating groups and leading family therapy, often guiding families through communication and attachment issues.

Her practice centers on helping clients move beyond symptom management toward understanding the roots of their struggles and building practical tools for coping, resilience, and healthier relationships. Tanya aims to collaborate with each person to create a clear plan tailored to their goals and circumstances, emphasizing both short-term relief and longer-term growth.

Approaches Tanya Uses and How Online Therapy Works

Tanya commonly draws on cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), which helps people identify and shift unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors to reduce symptoms like anxiety and depression and improve daily functioning. She also uses dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), an approach that teaches practical skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, which can be especially helpful for mood instability and relationship difficulties. In addition, Tanya incorporates client-centered therapy, focusing on empathic listening and collaboration so clients feel heard and involved in creating goals and solutions.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey. Tanya works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adjusts the plan over time as progress and challenges emerge.

Online therapy with Tanya is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for busy schedules, mobility limitations, or geography. These options make it easier to attend sessions consistently and to use tools and exercises between appointments, while allowing licensed professionals to deliver focused, effective care from a distance.