Clifford Nathaniel, LPC

Tennessee · 25 years in practice

Clifford Nathaniel is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Tennessee.

License and registration

LPC, Tennessee: 2007 · expires December 2027
NPI: 1336290675 · national provider identifier
Years in practice: 25
Languages: English

Details are as listed on the therapist's public professional profile. You can check the license with the issuing state board, and the NPI with the national registry.

About Clifford

Clifford Nathaniel is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Tennessee. He focuses on helping people facing stress, anxiety, grief, parenting challenges, depression, and attention-related concerns. Clifford speaks English and works with people both in the U.S. and internationally.

He brings 25 years of clinical experience to sessions. He aims for clear, practical conversations where people can name what feels hard and try small changes that make a difference. Clifford uses a mix of approaches so sessions can be tailored to each person's needs and goals.

Background and approach

Clifford's coursework includes a Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology from Trevecca Nazarene University. He received his Tennessee LPC in January 2006. Over the years he has worked with individuals and led group sessions, and he has provided trainings for churches and local schools.

In therapy he often looks at life meanings and choices, the stories people tell about themselves, and the ways thoughts and habits shape feelings. He draws on client-centered conversations to listen and build trust, and on cognitive-behavioral techniques to test and change unhelpful thinking. Sessions are practical and focused on the issues each person brings.

People who want a collaborative, thoughtful approach may find his style helpful. He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different schedules and preferences.

Focus areas and approaches

Everything Clifford lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.

Stress, Anxiety
Grief
Parenting issues
Depression
ADHD
Abandonment
Antisocial personality
Attachment issues
Co-morbidity
Codependency
Commitment issues
Control issues
Dependent personality
Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)
Divorce and separation
Drug and alcohol addiction
Emptiness
Family problems
Fatherhood issues
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Impulsivity
Life purpose
Men's issues
Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
Mood disorders
Multicultural concerns
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Paranoia
Phobias
Postpartum depression
Post-traumatic stress
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-harm
Social anxiety and phobia
Workplace issues

Approaches Clifford names

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Online support

How therapeutic approaches translate to online care

Existential therapy focuses on meaning, choice, and how people face life's limits; it helps when feelings of emptiness, loss, or major life questions are central. Client-centered therapy prioritizes the person in the room - the therapist listens closely, offers empathy, and helps clients find their own solutions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions and uses practical exercises to test and change unhelpful patterns.

Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. Clifford will collaborate with each person to choose methods that fit their goals, preferences, and the problems they bring. That process can begin in the first few sessions and adapt as needs change.

Online formats let therapy fit daily life. Video calls are useful for deeper conversations and seeing nonverbal cues. Phone sessions work when bandwidth is limited or when a simpler check-in is needed. Live chat and text-based messaging make it easier to keep short, frequent contact and to schedule support around busy days. These options make it possible to continue steady work even when travel or timing would otherwise get in the way.

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Questions people ask

What concerns does Clifford help people address?

He works with stress, anxiety, grief, parenting struggles, depression, and ADHD-related issues, plus related topics such as abandonment, addiction, and family problems.

How would you describe his therapy style?

He uses a mix of approaches including Existential, client-centered, and cognitive behavioral techniques to match each person's needs and goals.

What is his clinical background?

He holds a Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology and has 25 years of experience providing individual work and group sessions, plus training for community organizations.

What credentials and location are listed for Clifford?

He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with a Tennessee LPC designation and practices from Tennessee.

Are sessions offered in other languages or internationally?

Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.

Which session formats does he use for online work?

He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to suit different preferences and schedules.

How is cost handled for therapy with him?

Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

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