Clifford Bough, LCSW
Licensed in New York · 18 years in practice
Clifford Bough is a licensed clinical social worker who helps people facing stress, anxiety, addiction, mood shifts, and grief.
License and registration
- LCSW, New York
- 077329 · expires January 2027
- NPI
- 1437334695 · national provider identifier
- Years in practice
- 18
- Languages
- English
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About Clifford
Clifford Bough is a licensed clinical social worker who helps people facing stress, anxiety, addiction, mood shifts, and grief. He is based in New York and brings 18 years of professional experience to his practice. Clifford aims to create a respectful, compassionate space for people who want to make changes in their lives.
He focuses on practical steps that fit each person's day-to-day life. Conversations are shaped around the problems a person brings, whether that is depression, bipolar symptoms, or trouble coping after a loss.
Background and approach
Clifford adapts the pace and work to what a person feels ready for, rather than following a single rigid plan. His approach draws on attachment-based work to look at how relationships influence feelings and behavior. He also uses cognitive behavioral techniques to identify unhelpful thinking and replace it with more useful strategies.
Mindfulness and dialectical behavior ideas are woven in to help with intense emotions and better self-management. Clifford mixes coaching-style feedback with therapy to support concrete goals. Sessions often include skill practice, problem-solving, and planning for everyday situations.
He pays attention to family and communication issues when they matter to the concerns brought into the room. People using his services can expect a straightforward, hands-on style that aims to reduce symptoms and build skills. Clifford tailors conversations and plans to each person's needs and circumstances.
He encourages steady progress and practical problem solving rather than quick fixes.
Focus areas and approaches
Everything Clifford lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Addictions
- Family conflicts
- Self esteem
- Coping with life changes
- Grief
- Anger management
- Bipolar disorder
- Depression
- Coaching
- Compassion fatigue
- Aging and geriatric issues
- Antisocial personality
- Blended family issues
- Co-morbidity
- Communication problems
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Family problems
- Fatherhood issues
- Gender dysphoria
- Hoarding
- Infidelity
- Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
- Mood disorders
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Personality disorders
- Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
- Prejudice and discrimination
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
- Smoking / vaping cessation
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Young adult issues
Approaches Clifford names
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Internal Family Systems
Naming an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist lists and does not check training records.
Online support
Approaches that guide online sessions
Attachment-based work looks at how relationships shape feelings and coping. It helps people understand patterns that repeat in relationships and the ways those patterns affect mood and behavior. Cognitive behavioral therapy focuses on the link between thoughts, feelings, and actions. It teaches concrete skills to change unhelpful thinking and build better day-to-day habits.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Clifford will talk with each person about their goals and preferences and adapt methods over time. Together they decide which strategies to try first and adjust the plan based on what helps most.
Online therapy offers several practical benefits. Video calls allow for in-depth discussion when face-to-face style interaction is desired. Phone sessions work well when bandwidth is limited or a shorter check-in fits the day. Live chat or text-based messaging can support ongoing coaching, quick skill reminders, or flexible scheduling during work breaks. These options let people fit therapy into their routines while working with a licensed professional who uses attachment, CBT, and mindfulness ideas to guide the work.
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Questions people ask
What kinds of problems does Clifford address?
He helps people with stress, anxiety, addictions, grief, anger, depression, bipolar symptoms, and related mood or personality concerns.
How would you describe his therapy style?
He uses a practical, supportive style that mixes coaching and therapy to set goals, practice skills, and solve everyday problems.
What is his background and experience?
Clifford is a licensed clinical social worker with 18 years of professional experience working in mental health settings.
Where is he based and licensed?
He is licensed in New York and practices with clients in that region.
Which languages are offered for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
What session formats are available?
Sessions are offered as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to match different needs and schedules.
How does cost and scheduling work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and uses a subscription model that can be canceled at any time; start by selecting the Start Therapy button and completing a short matching questionnaire.
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