Stephen Clifton, LPC
Client-centered counseling for life transitions and healing
- Adults and adolescents
- Anxiety and depression
- Video phone chat text
About Stephen Clifton
Stephen Clifton is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Austin, Texas, with eight years of clinical experience. He earned a Master of Arts in Counseling from St. Edward’s University in August 2013 and carries LPC credential number 75647. His training and background support work with adults and adolescents navigating a range of emotional and behavioral challenges.
Stephen focuses on helping people manage depression, anxiety, substance use, and the effects of trauma. He works with clients facing difficult life changes and with those struggling in social, work, or family settings. He also addresses relationship and intimacy concerns, issues related to identity and sexuality, attention and mood conditions, parenting and fatherhood challenges, and patterns such as codependency and avoidance.
Using a client-centered orientation, Stephen emphasizes collaboration and the client’s own strengths to build resilience and clearer self-understanding. He aims to help clients identify practical steps to reduce distress, improve communication, and reclaim a sense of agency in daily life. His practice is attentive to diverse experiences, including LGBTQIA+ identities, and to both emotional and behavioral aspects of recovery and growth.
Stephen’s approach invites clients to explore their fears, values, and goals while developing coping skills and new perspectives that support long-term well-being.
Stephen focuses on helping people manage depression, anxiety, substance use, and the effects of trauma. He works with clients facing difficult life changes and with those struggling in social, work, or family settings. He also addresses relationship and intimacy concerns, issues related to identity and sexuality, attention and mood conditions, parenting and fatherhood challenges, and patterns such as codependency and avoidance.
Using a client-centered orientation, Stephen emphasizes collaboration and the client’s own strengths to build resilience and clearer self-understanding. He aims to help clients identify practical steps to reduce distress, improve communication, and reclaim a sense of agency in daily life. His practice is attentive to diverse experiences, including LGBTQIA+ identities, and to both emotional and behavioral aspects of recovery and growth.
Stephen’s approach invites clients to explore their fears, values, and goals while developing coping skills and new perspectives that support long-term well-being.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemBipolar disorderCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommunication problemsDependent personalityDissociationDrug and alcohol addictionFatherhood issuesGuilt and shameHoardingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMood disordersNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Existential Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Stephen Clifton have?
Stephen Clifton has 8 years of experience.
Is Stephen Clifton a licensed therapist?
Yes. Stephen Clifton holds the credential LPC, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor. His license is TX LPC 75647.
In which languages does Stephen Clifton provide therapy?
Stephen Clifton provides therapy in English.
Where is Stephen Clifton located?
Stephen Clifton is located in Texas.
How can I work with Stephen Clifton as my therapist?
You can work with Stephen Clifton through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Stephen Clifton work with international clients?
Stephen Clifton does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Stephen Clifton cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches for Online Counseling and Growth
Stephen Clifton draws on client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and existential ideas to guide online work. Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and building a supportive, nonjudgmental relationship so clients can explore feelings and discover their own solutions; it is helpful for people facing life changes, relationship concerns, and identity questions. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) targets unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns, offering practical tools to manage anxiety, depression, and stress by changing thoughts and actions. Existential therapy invites exploration of meaning, values, and responsibility when clients face uncertainty, loss, or questions about purpose.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Stephen collaborates with each person to identify which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and he adjusts the plan as progress unfolds. That collaborative stance helps tailor sessions to what matters most to the client.
Online therapy with Stephen is available through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to access consistent support from a licensed professional while balancing work, family, and other commitments.