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Dr. James (Jimmy) Clifton, LCSW, LMHC

Stress, Anxiety Anger management Depression Coping with life changes
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About me

My name is Dr. James W. Clifton. I am licensed in the State of Indiana as a Mental Health Counselor and as a Clinical Social Worker. I have a Master of Science in Psychology from California Coast University, a PhD from Bethany Divinity College and Seminary where I studied various therapeutic modalities, and a Doctor of Arts in Theology and Chaplaincy from JJBIHL. I teach clients how to change their thinking, be responsible for their feelings, and make better choices. I look forward to working with you.

I focus on the present and behaviors and not on the past and feelings.

I do not work with anyone under the age of 25.

Professional experience

35yrs in practice

Additional areas of focus: Grief, Self esteem, Compassion fatigue, Abandonment, Aging and Geriatric Issues, Antisocial Personality, Avoidant Personality, 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), Domestic Violence, Emptiness, Expats, Family of Origin Issues, Family Problems, Fatherhood Issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and Shame, Hoarding, Immigration Issues, Isolation/Loneliness, Jealousy, Life Purpose, Midlife Crisis, Military and Veterans Issues, Mood Disorders, Personality Disorders, Post-traumatic Stress, Prejudice and Discrimination, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-Harm, Self-Love, Social Anxiety and Phobia

Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Existential Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy

License information

IN LCSW 34002434A

IN LMHC 39000673A

Reviews

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Dr. Clifton helped me navigate one of the toughest periods of my adult life and end up on the other side more confident and calm than ever. I thoroughly enjoyed our sessions because he listened, he asked questions, and he taught me skills I'll be able to use the rest of my life. I wouldn't be the person I am today without Dr. Clifton!

Written on Jan 23, 2023 after therapy with James (Jimmy) for 1 year and 9 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes

I thoroughly enjoyed my time with Dr. Clifton. He challenged me where I needed to be challenged. He made me realize that I am not alone in how I feel. I would suggest him to everyone!

Written on Jan 19, 2023 after therapy with James (Jimmy) for 9 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes

I spent two years in therapy with Dr. Clifton and I would highly highly recommend him. He is a wonderful therapist and was very helpful to me. I am very thankful for him and I am very grateful I had the privilege of working with him and following his recommendations.

Written on Jan 16, 2023 after therapy with James (Jimmy) for 2 years

I thought your guidance was very proactive. I love homework and assignments. I love learning!

Written on Jan 03, 2023 after therapy with James (Jimmy) for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes

He's very understanding and he's always available to talk and offer assistance

Written on Dec 13, 2022 after therapy with James (Jimmy) for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, and anger management

Dr Clifton was great! Very understanding and personable that offered many strategies/techniques to get me through my problems and pushed me to put in the necessary work. I always looked forward to meeting with him.

Written on Aug 19, 2022 after therapy with James (Jimmy) for 4 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and coping with life changes