Therapist profile
Clifford Bough, LCSW
New York
LCSW in New York - anger and mood concerns
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- CredentialsLCSW
- LicenseLCSW, New York / 077329
- NPI1437334695
- Experience18 years
- LanguagesEnglish
- LocationNew York
About
- Anger management skills
- CBT and DBT methods
- Mindfulness practice
About Clifford
Clifford Bough is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in New York with 18 years of experience. He works with adults dealing with stress, anxiety, addictions, grief, mood concerns including bipolar disorder, and anger. Clifford also supports people facing family conflict, self-esteem struggles, and major life changes.
His approach is straightforward and practical. Clifford uses clear conversation to identify what triggers anger and what keeps it going. He mixes skill-building with problem solving so people can try new responses and notice what helps in daily life.
Clifford draws on several therapy methods such as cognitive behavioral techniques to change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, dialectical behavior therapy for emotion regulation and distress tolerance skills, and attachment-based ideas to look at relationship patterns. He also uses mindfulness practices to help people slow down and respond rather than react.
In sessions he focuses on concrete tools - breathing and grounding exercises, communication strategies, and step-by-step plans for handling heated moments. He aims to make sessions practical and relevant to work, home, and relationships.
Clifford works in New York and conducts sessions in English. He will discuss goals and match the methods to a person’s needs, drawing from his years of practice to help build skills for managing anger and related concerns.
How sessions work
How his approaches work in online sessions
Clifford commonly uses cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavior therapy in his work. CBT focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors that fuel anger and anxiety. It helps with practical problems like workplace stress and repetitive thought patterns. DBT teaches emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness skills that reduce impulsive reactions and improve communication.Picking the right approach is a collaborative process. Clifford will review goals and try methods that match the client’s needs and preferences. Together he and the client adjust techniques over time based on what is useful and what fits their daily life.
Session logistics should be confirmed before booking because formats are not listed here. In general, online therapy can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and avoid travel time. Clifford will discuss practical arrangements and what format works best so sessions can focus on skill practice and real-world follow through.
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Experience
18+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of anger issues does he help with?
He helps with snapping at loved ones, building resentment, workplace frustration, and related mood problems such as depression and bipolar disorder.
What is his therapy style?
He uses practical, skills-based sessions that focus on changing patterns, learning emotion regulation, and improving communication.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 18 years of professional experience working with stress, addictions, mood disorders, and family concerns.
What credential and location should I note?
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in New York and practices there.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients schedule with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to work with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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