Clifford Nathaniel, LPC

Clifford Nathaniel holds a Masters in Counseling Psychology from Trevecca Nazarene University, where he completed his degree in August 1995. He is licensed by the State of Tennessee Board of Health as an LPC - a Licensed Professional Counselor who provides clinical assessment and therapeutic care.

He brings extensive experience in the treatment of mental disorders, working with anxiety, depression, childhood disorders, and substance abuse, and he has provided group therapy as part of his clinical practice. Over the course of his career he has developed a broad skill set for addressing a range of concerns through evidence-informed approaches.

For the past 25 years he has provided individual, family, and couples therapy, helping clients navigate personal and relational challenges. In addition to direct clinical work, he offers training for community churches and local schools, applying his counseling background to support community education and outreach.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Clifford Nathaniel practices several well-established approaches to therapy that translate effectively to online work. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening and empathy, helping clients explore their own goals and values while the therapist offers support and acceptance; this approach is useful for emotional struggles and relationship concerns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, and is often applied to anxiety, depression, and stress-related issues with practical, skills-based strategies. Psychodynamic Therapy looks at patterns in relationships and early experiences to understand current difficulties, which can be helpful for attachment issues, recurring relationship problems, and deeper personality concerns.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and the therapist works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. Sessions can blend elements from different approaches as appropriate to the client’s situation.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - licensed professionals, including therapists like Clifford Nathaniel, can meet by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging. This range of options makes scheduling easier, supports continuity of care when travel or time is limited, and allows clients to engage in therapy in ways that best suit their daily life and comfort.