My first career includes 17 years of retail management. I worked in multiple divisions, environments, and roles within the retail management industry. Most of my experiences were in the Big-Box retail environments or within the corporate office environment, so I understand the expectations and stressors of P&L management, marketing, staff performance/recruitment/training & development, shrinkage, O.S.H.A. compliance, and merchandising. I transitioned from the retail management industry to the human services industry in March of 2010 after receiving my master’s degree in Human Services with a specialty in Mental Health Counseling. This information is pertinent for adults who need assistance to cope with work-life balance, corporate industry standards, stressful work environments, conflict management with co-workers, and work performance due to compassion fatigue or inappropriate time management.
In our first session together, here's what you can expect
I ensure that each client feels empowered to be the leader of their journey, as I assist each client in achieving goals by using the S.M.A.R.T. model. The expert of my client’s life is the client.
The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions
I utilize the eclectic approach. As individuals, our emotional, behavioral, and psycho-social needs are completely different. This approach draws from multiple theoretical orientations to fit the specific needs of every individual, whose needs may not be resolved using only one approach.
The clients I'm best positioned to serve
I am best at serving clients who struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma, and conflict management with family, friends, and co-workers. I provide services to clients between the ages of 10~60 years of age.
Trauma-Focused CBT
Our goal is to empower each client to create their narrative as we address behaviors, trauma, or behavioral health symptoms that hinder personal, professional, and educational success. We identify the triggers and previous experiences that are causing "fight or flight" reactions and reduce the weight (or power) that the client is assigning to this person (or situation).
Person-centered (Rogerian)
My role as the therapist is not as “The expert” or “The fixer.” I facilitate the client’s therapy goals and empower the client to be the leader. I utilize a solutions-focused and person-centered approach within therapy to identify problems, develop plans, create paths, and establish monitored S.M.A.R.T. goals.
11 ratings with written reviews
November 25, 2025
This provider was very open and honest in his approach with our marital counseling. He helped us to identify what worked and what didn't work. He was very experienced and knowledgeable about marriage.
October 31, 2025
He gave me exactly what I needed, honesty and direct advice. I thank you for helping me start this journey Clifton.
May 20, 2025
Makes me feel comfortable to share and has a great sense of humor.