Claire LaDuke received her Bachelors in Human Development and Family Studies, with a minor in Addiction Treatment Services, from University of Nevada, Reno (2019), where she played competitive rugby, and her Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Walden University (2026).
Claire has over seven years of experience working in inpatient settings, building a strong foundation supporting adolescents from diverse backgrounds. She has experience in both inpatient and outpatient settings working in therapeutic group settings and is continuing to expand her clinical skills through training in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). Claire enjoys working with individuals across the lifespan and brings a compassionate, grounded approach to her work.
Outside the therapy room, Claire loves creating art, listening to music, staying active, and spending time outside, finding peace in the river and the Sierra Nevadas.
Claire is passionate about helping clients navigate life’s challenges with honesty and self-compassion. She focuses on building genuine therapeutic relationships and believes that growth comes from both insight and practical skill-building. Her goal is to support clients in understanding themselves more deeply while creating lasting, meaningful change in their lives.