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Dr. Clifford Green, LCSW
Hawaii
LCSW - mood and trauma focused
See online therapy options- Addictions and recovery
- Relationship and intimacy
- CBT and attachment
About Clifford
Dr. Clifford Green is an LCSW - Licensed Clinical Social Worker practicing in Hawaii with eight years of clinical experience. He focuses on addictions, trauma and abuse, mood disorders such as bipolar and depression, anxiety and stress, relationship and intimacy-related issues, and concerns relevant to LGBT clients. He also lists ADHD, grief, anger, self-esteem, career stress, and coping with life changes among his areas of focus.
He uses a mix of approaches rather than a single method. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is one of the tools he uses to identify unhelpful thoughts and test new ways of responding. Attachment-based methods and client-centered techniques inform how he attends to relational patterns and personal goals.
Sessions typically include practical, skills-oriented work. He may help people notice repetitive thoughts, try behavioral experiments, rehearse better communication, and build routines for managing mood and stress. For trauma and sexual trauma, he aims to address safety, coping skills, and emotion regulation alongside practical steps for daily functioning.
Dr. Green also notes experience with serious mental illness and substance use concerns. That background shapes how he coordinates care and prioritizes risk management, coping strategies, and stability when needed. He mentions work related to sexual health, kink, and non-monogamous relationships as clinical topics he will address.
He is a member of the LGBTQIA+ community and indicates experience with issues of sexual and gender identity. Sessions are conducted in English and he accepts international clients. To start, people complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule an initial session.
How his approaches translate to online work
Dr. Green lists Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) as one of his approaches; CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing new behaviors to reduce anxiety, improve mood, and change problematic habits. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at relationship patterns and emotional bonds, which can help with intimacy, communication, and recurring relational difficulties. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes the client's goals and perspective, giving space to set priorities and work at a practical pace.Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work together. He aims to collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit their goals and day-to-day life. That means checking in on what helps, adjusting exercises, and combining skills practice with attention to relationship patterns when relevant.
The biography does not specify which online session types are offered, so confirm current session options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when needed, or remove the commute for longer sessions. Many people find that doing skills practice and behavioral experiments between sessions helps transfer what they learn into everyday situations.
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Experience
8+ years
Listed in
Hawaii
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he commonly address?
He works with addictions, trauma and abuse, bipolar disorder, depression, anxiety, relationship and intimacy issues, grief, ADHD, and related concerns listed in his profile.
How does he describe his therapeutic style?
He uses an integrative, collaborative approach that mixes practical skills work with attention to relationships and personal goals.
What is his clinical background and experience?
He has eight years of clinical experience and notes work with serious mental illness, substance use, and trauma including sexual trauma.
What credentials and location are listed?
He is an LCSW - Licensed Clinical Social Worker practicing in Hawaii.
Which languages and international work are supported?
Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.
What session formats are used?
The original biography does not list specific session formats; confirm current session options before booking.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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