About Bobbi
Bobbi Cleary is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Alaska who blends practical methods with a person-focused approach. She values tools that can be used day to day and celebrates when those tools ease stress, anxiety, grief, or relationship strain. Her style aims to empower people to find steady ground and rebuild hope and calm.
She describes her approach as eclectic, which means she borrows useful techniques from different models rather than sticking to one.
How Bobbi works
That lets her tailor sessions to each person's needs and goals. Sessions typically emphasize skills you can use between meetings, such as self-regulation and mindfulness practices. Bobbi earned a Master of Science in Counseling Psychology from Alaska Pacific University in 2005 and a Bachelor of Arts in Japanese Studies from the University of Alaska Fairbanks in 1998.
Her background includes work in psychiatric inpatient and residential settings as well as outpatient agencies and independent practice. That range has given her experience with intake assessments, group and individual therapy, and longer-term outpatient care. She often uses reflective listening to help people feel heard and understood.
Cognitive-behavioral ideas guide practical steps to change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. She also teaches self-compassion and regulation skills to manage strong emotions and cravings. Bobbi draws on life and travel experiences to stay curious about what motivates people.
She aims to create a steady, predictable space where people can practice new skills and move toward more stable, calmer days.
What Bobbi works with
The areas below are the ones Bobbi selected when setting up a profile. The first few are listed as the main focus; the rest are also named.
Also listed
- Addictions
- Anger management
- Bipolar disorder
- Career difficulties
- Depression
- Family conflicts
- Intimacy-related issues
- LGBT
- Parenting issues
- Relationship issues
- Self esteem
Training and background
| Register | LPC |
|---|---|
| Years in practice | 13 |
| Languages | English |
| Session format | Online: video, phone, live chat or messaging |
| Country | Alaska |
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Online support options
Evidence-based approaches and online care options
Bobbi uses a mix of practical, evidence-based techniques so each session focuses on useful skills. Reflective listening is one approach she uses to help people feel heard and to clarify what matters most. Cognitive-behavioral techniques help identify and change unhelpful thinking and behaviors, which can be useful for anxiety, depression, and stress.She also incorporates mindfulness and self-regulation skills that teach breathing, grounding, and emotion management strategies. These tools aim to reduce reactivity and improve day-to-day coping with strong emotions or cravings. The therapist works collaboratively with each person to decide which methods fit their goals and preferences rather than imposing a single approach.
Online options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video calls are good for a face-to-face feel and interactive exercises. Phone sessions can be easier when internet bandwidth is limited. Live chat and ongoing messaging are useful for brief check-ins, step-by-step skill coaching, or flexible pacing between appointments. These formats offer accessibility and scheduling flexibility while keeping the focus on practical skill building and steady progress.
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