Meet Aimee V. McClellan, LCSW
I've spent more than 25 years as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, with much of that time in private practice. My earlier work with individuals and families across different stages of life gave me a broad perspective on how our experiences, relationships, and changing roles shape us.
These days, my practice is centered on adults and older adults. I work with people managing anxiety, depression, work and family stress, caregiving responsibilities, loss, aging, and significant life changes. I also work with couples who want to understand their patterns, improve communication, and reconnect.
In our sessions, I draw primarily from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), along with other evidence-based methods, to explore how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors influence one another. I tailor that work to what matters most to you, with thoughtful feedback and tools you can use in everyday life.
Outside of any particular technique, I value honesty, curiosity, and a relationship in which you feel comfortable asking questions or telling me when something isn't working. I see counseling as a partnership: we can look at what's happening in your life, consider new possibilities, and find approaches that fit you.
Education and Experience
I earned my Master of Social Work (MSW) from the University of Maryland at Baltimore and am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with more than 25 years of experience in the mental health field. My specialized training includes Employee Assistance Programs (EAP), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), the Gottman Method for couples counseling, and trauma-informed care.
Throughout my career, I've worked with children, adolescents, adults, older adults, and families in outpatient mental health, community-based, and outreach settings. This broad experience informs my use of evidence-based, strengths-based, and solution-focused approaches tailored to each individual's unique needs, experiences, and goals.
Working with diverse populations has strengthened my commitment to inclusive, culturally responsive care that respects each person's background, identity, and perspective. I remain deeply passionate about my profession and dedicated to helping people recognize their strengths, navigate challenges, and create meaningful change in their lives.

