Clifford Bough, LCSW
LCSW supporting individuals and families
- Stress and anxiety
- Addiction recovery
- Teen and family work
About Clifford Bough
Clifford Bough is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in New York with 18 years of professional experience. He focuses on helping people navigate stress and anxiety, cope with addictions, work through family conflicts, and manage mood conditions such as bipolar disorder and depression. He has particular experience working with teenagers ages 13 to 19, both as individual clients and as part of family systems, and aims to support healthy communication and growth within those relationships.
He approaches each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, tailoring conversations and treatment plans to the specific needs and goals of the individual or family. As a licensed social worker, he combines practical strategies with a supportive stance to help clients build coping skills, strengthen relationships, and pursue a more fulfilling life. Seeking change takes courage, and he offers steady support and empowerment throughout the therapeutic journey.
Clifford adapts his approach to fit each situation, meeting clients where they are and working collaboratively to identify realistic steps forward. His practice emphasizes respectful, individualized care that honors each person’s experience and priorities.
He approaches each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, tailoring conversations and treatment plans to the specific needs and goals of the individual or family. As a licensed social worker, he combines practical strategies with a supportive stance to help clients build coping skills, strengthen relationships, and pursue a more fulfilling life. Seeking change takes courage, and he offers steady support and empowerment throughout the therapeutic journey.
Clifford adapts his approach to fit each situation, meeting clients where they are and working collaboratively to identify realistic steps forward. His practice emphasizes respectful, individualized care that honors each person’s experience and priorities.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Additional Focus Areas
Aging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityBlended family issuesCo-morbidityCommunication problemsDrug and alcohol addictionFamily problemsFatherhood issuesGender dysphoriaHoardingInfidelityVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Smoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Internal Family Systems
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Clifford Bough have?
Clifford Bough has 18 years of professional experience in clinical practice.
Is Clifford Bough a licensed therapist?
Yes. He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). License details: NY LCSW 077329.
In which languages does Clifford Bough provide therapy?
He provides therapy in English.
Where is Clifford Bough located?
He is located in New York.
How can I work with Clifford Bough as my therapist?
Clients can work with Clifford Bough through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Clifford Bough work with international clients?
He does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Clifford Bough cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as location and availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire to help match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care
Attachment-Based Therapy emphasizes understanding patterns of connection and emotional bonds formed in relationships. It helps clients explore how early and current attachments shape reactions to stress, communication, and intimacy, and is useful for relationship difficulties and family work.Client-Centered Therapy focuses on a respectful, nonjudgmental partnership in which the therapist follows the client’s lead. This approach supports self-exploration, builds self-worth, and can be helpful for stress, self-esteem, and coping with life changes.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) involves identifying unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and learning practical strategies to shift them. CBT is often used for anxiety, depression, panic, and mood-related concerns and aims to create measurable changes in daily functioning.
Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Clifford works with clients to assess needs, goals, and preferences and tailors a plan that may draw from one or more methods. Together they decide which techniques best fit the person’s situation and adjust the plan as progress unfolds.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging let clients connect in ways that suit their schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care, access support during life transitions, and integrate therapeutic work into day-to-day routines with licensed professionals and therapists guiding the process.