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I am a Board Certified Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified Life Coach in Alabama with 5 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with trauma and abuse. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.
Professional experience
6yrs in practice
Stress, AnxietyTrauma, AbuseBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changes
Additional areas of focus:Addictions, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Adoption and Foster Care, Aging and Geriatric Issues, Antisocial Personality, Attachment issues, Autism and Asperger Syndrome, Avoidant Personality, Blended Family Issues, Cancer, Caregiver issues and stress, Co-morbidity, Codependency, Commitment Issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Coping with Natural or Human-Caused Disaster, Dependent Personality, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD), Dissociation, Divorce and separation, Domestic Violence, Drug and Alcohol Addiction, Emptiness, Expats, Family of Origin Issues, Family Problems, First Responder Issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Hospice and End of Life Counseling, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Military and Veterans Issues, Multicultural Concerns, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Paranoia, Personality Disorders, Postpartum Depression, Post-traumatic stress, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-Harm, Self-love, Sexual Assault and Abuse, Sexual Dysfunction, Social anxiety and phobia, Traumatic Brain Injury, Young Adult Issues
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Cathy Clifton. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
She is so very helpful on many levels.
Written on Dec 26, 2023 after therapy with Cathy for 3 months on issues concerning relationship issues, grief, and anger management
Our first and only meeting as at today was good. She listened to me. Our interactions were cordial, and very professional. I am very pleased with Cathy’s performance. The atmosphere was great.
Written on Aug 11, 2023 after therapy with Cathy for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, self esteem, and anger management
Cathy is a great therapist, she understands your feelings and communicates in ways to help you grow and be a better version of yourself. So I recommend her 10/10
Written on Jul 31, 2023 after therapy with Cathy for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and coping with life changes
Great listener, knowledgeable, and challenges me appropriately.
Written on Jul 20, 2023 after therapy with Cathy for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, parenting issues, and self esteem
I have only worked with Cathy for a short amount of time. And one thing that I noticed different about her is she actually cares. I don't feel like I'm just a client. She has gone out of her way to check up on me.
Written on May 25, 2023 after therapy with Cathy for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, self esteem, and adhd
Cathy is really considerate, she listens and analyze. I feel safe with her because she is kind , never judge me which made me feel free to express without being critized.
Written on May 07, 2023 after therapy with Cathy for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and coaching
From the first session I had with Cathy Clifton I felt a stone lifted from my chest, I felt relieved she understood what I was going through and made me realize at that instant that there are always to side on a paper
Written on Apr 25, 2023 after therapy with Cathy for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, and trauma and abuse
One of the best therapists I’ve spoken to in my life. She changed my life & now I have a positive mindset
Written on Apr 16, 2023 after therapy with Cathy for 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
This has been very helpfull, I was starting to think I was loosing my mind but now I see that I am dealing with a lot of trauma and really just needed some help through it . If you feel like life is to overwhelming to deal with this is a great person to help you through ti.
Written on Mar 23, 2023 after therapy with Cathy for 5 months on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, anger management, and adhd
Cathy has been amazing at listening to my problems and giving me a fresh perspective on everything. She always makes time to reply quickly to messages and I look forward to speaking with her every single week. She's empathetic and really tries to get to the root of the problem.
Written on Mar 15, 2023 after therapy with Cathy for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, eating disorders, and sleeping disorders
Cathy in a short period of time has created a strong front for me
One that I can maneuver navigate as a patient
She is a neutral assistant
Written on Feb 25, 2023 after therapy with Cathy for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, and self esteem
I am very happy with our progress so far, but we have had so few sessions to really do her justice with a review.
Written on Feb 24, 2023 after therapy with Cathy for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, and self esteem
Cathy has been a wonderful ear to bounce life ideas and goals off of. She is great at listening, but also offering advice and strategies to help me now and in the future. She's also been wonderful at helping me find my place within relationships, and where I should be.
Written on Feb 21, 2023 after therapy with Cathy for 4 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Cathy is a very good listener, observer and motivator. She correctly identifies issues one is dealing and helps to address them by suggesting ways that are easily doable. I have felt much lighter after each of my sessions with her and would definitely recommend her to others
Written on Feb 17, 2023 after therapy with Cathy for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and compassion fatigue
Excellent!
Written on Feb 10, 2023 after therapy with Cathy for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Cathy is extremely empathetic and helpful and I love to hear her talk. She has been very supportive through my journey and I am glad that our paths have crossed❤️
Written on Jan 27, 2023 after therapy with Cathy for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, and adhd
Lovely, caring and understanding.
Written on Jan 25, 2023 after therapy with Cathy for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, eating disorders, self esteem, and adhd
Cathy is one of the most wonderful, life-affirming people I've ever had the pleasure of speaking with. She is positive, builds me up, reassures me, and makes me feel stronger and able to cope. I am so pleased to have found her.
Written on Jan 24, 2023 after therapy with Cathy for 2 months on issues concerning relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, and coping with life changes
She is kind and she is lovely person
Written on Jan 16, 2023 after therapy with Cathy for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, coaching, and adhd
Cathy was brilliant. She doesn’t shy away from speaking truth to you, and will bring you to new perspectives. For me, she was brilliantly encouraging and just what I needed to make it through an anxious, insecure season!
Written on Jan 12, 2023 after therapy with Cathy for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Great listener, sweet and kind in her manner of speech. She helps understand the issues while giving tools to overcome struggles and fears. I would recommend her to my friends!
Written on Jan 03, 2023 after therapy with Cathy for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and coping with life changes
I have only had one session with Cathy to date. She seems very compassionate, listens well, and I feel accurately made suggestions to initiate a go forward plan. I am headed into my second session this week. I am very much looking forward to speaking with her!
Written on Jan 03, 2023 after therapy with Cathy for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, and coping with life changes
I've only had one session so far but she has already reached out to me. Great so far!
Written on Dec 30, 2022 after therapy with Cathy for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, and anger management
Cathy is warm, honest and is a great listener. She is genuinely interested when I talk, she gets me and it didn't take 10 sessions for that to happen. She is also good at teaching using analogy which I appreciate
Written on Dec 24, 2022 after therapy with Cathy for 2 months on issues concerning trauma and abuse, parenting issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
Cathy is a very friendly Therapist. She listens well and gives advice to the best of her knowledge.
Written on Dec 21, 2022 after therapy with Cathy for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, and trauma and abuse
Cathy has helped me in all areas of my life. She has given me the confidence to get out of my toxic relationship, respect myself and my needs. Cathy is kind, thoughtful, patient, professional and resourceful. I couldn’t be more thankful for everything she’s done for me❤️
Written on Dec 15, 2022 after therapy with Cathy for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Cathy is compassionate and present. She genuinely cares for and takes a vested interest in her clients. Her advice and guidance has made a significant difference in my life. I’m very grateful I was linked with her.
Written on Nov 30, 2022 after therapy with Cathy for 1 month on issues concerning depression, addictions, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
Only been in a couple sessions but she seems qualified to help me achieve my goals
Written on Nov 20, 2022 after therapy with Cathy for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
I am so happy I came across Cathy, she is such a warm kind-hearted person, amazing therapist, but a human first! I could not ask for a better match! For everyone who are looking for a therapist with a big heart, intelligence and understanding - look no further. Highly recommended.
Written on Nov 14, 2022 after therapy with Cathy for 4 weeks on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, and adhd
Amazing therapist, very understanding and non-judgemental. Felt safe and reassured with Cathy helping me. Thank you Cathy for everything.
Written on Nov 11, 2022 after therapy with Cathy for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, and self esteem
Cathy has been an amazing therapist!
Written on Nov 09, 2022 after therapy with Cathy for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life
Great Therapist. Strongly recommend
Written on Nov 03, 2022 after therapy with Cathy for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and coaching
I am so grateful for the help that Cathy has provided me. With her help i worked through a difficult decision and am now looking forward to the future.
Written on Nov 02, 2022 after therapy with Cathy for 3 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and grief
She's really good
God driven and Godsent
Very professional and experienced
Intuitive and helpful
Written on Nov 01, 2022 after therapy with Cathy for 4 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, anger management, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
An amazing listener. She provides very good advice and perspective in a way that is not aggressive or forceful. Has a compassionate yet clear and concise way of communicating.
Written on Oct 27, 2022 after therapy with Cathy for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and self esteem
Cathy is professional but is still approachable and friendly. I have had extremely negative experiences with therapy in the past, Cathy is the first person to alleviate my anxiety and concerns. I would highly recommend her.
Written on Oct 27, 2022 after therapy with Cathy for 3 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and adhd
Cathy is absolutely amazing. Lovely soul and professional, caring woman.
Written on Oct 24, 2022 after therapy with Cathy for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and adhd
Cathy is absolutely amazing. She is warm and accepting and creates a safe space for you to heal. Cathy is incredibly professional while maintaining a friendly and welcoming persona. I would highly recommend Cathy to a friend.
Written on Oct 20, 2022 after therapy with Cathy for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and adhd
Cathy has helped me focus on self-care and finding ways to relieve stress. I am a work-a-holic and I just don't think about what I need to do to take care of myself. Cathy has helped me focus in on strategies to deal with stress, as well as ways
to find time to take care of myself. She has given me practical advice that is helping me feel healthier and happier. I highly recommend Cathy! Thank you!
Written on Oct 20, 2022 after therapy with Cathy for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, coping with life changes, anger management, and intimacy-related issues
She's a wonderful therapist, very insightful and easy to connect with. She offers the best advice and tools to help work on yourself.
Written on Oct 19, 2022 after therapy with Cathy for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and coaching
Cathy is such a blessing, helping me through the unspeakable heartbreak of suddenly losing my love and life partner. She has helped me immensely.
Written on Oct 14, 2022 after therapy with Cathy for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, and coping with life changes
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