Hello! My name is Claire Johnson. I am currently receiving my Master of Social Work from The University of Texas at Arlington. I am completng my advanced field placement with The Empowering Space and am excited to connect with individuals seeking counseling under the direct supervision and guidance of such an experienced team!

I am originally from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania (Go Steelers!) which is where I obtained my Bachelor of Science in Psychology from the University of Pittsburgh. I relocated to Dallas, Texas in 2019 and have been dedicated to my career in the social services field. My passion is providing services to adults living with severe mental health diagnoses. I have worked with this population for 7 years and have found my niche in allowing them the space to feel seen and heard. My goal post-graduation is to become a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) so that I can provide clinical based services to these individuals in a hospital/medical setting.

I have worked with individuals ranging from the adolescent to the geriatric population in a variety of settings including hospitals, schools, residential treatment programs, long term care facilities, and in the community. I also have experience working with adolescents and adults with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities. I provide services with a person-centered approach, allowing the plan of care to be collaborative between myself and the individuals I serve.

Note: Claire is a Master of Social Work Intern and can see clients for a reduced rate of $30 per session. Claire is under the direct clinical supervision of owner Brittany Woodley, LCSW-S.