I am extremely happy I got matched with Dr Green. He’s very insightful, unafraid of sharing his own experience, and makes me feel heard. He also remembers past conversations and that makes me feel so much better than sitting with therapists who continues to try to remember or keeps looking at notes. I highly highly recommend Dr Green. He’s also very experienced!
Dr. Clifford Green, LCSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Clifford is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 4.5 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Clifford. View 22 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Hawaii
Recent reviews
Excellent in every way.
More about Clifford
- 8 years' experience
- Male
- LCSW
Aloha! My name is Dr. Cliff Green, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Honolulu, HI. I also hold a doctorate in clinical psychology in addition to graduate and undergraduate degrees in social work with a focus in behavioral mental health. Although I have received training and education in a multitude of treatment approaches and theoretical modalities, my years working as a social worker and psychotherapist have taught me that people can benefit most from an integrative and individualized intervention approach that is tailored to meet their distinct and unique needs. I have extensive experience working with forensically encumbered individuals and have developed specializations in the treatment of trauma, particularly those with a history of sexual trauma, as well as serious mental illnesses (including bipolar and depressive disorders, anxiety/panic disorders, schizophrenia/schizoaffective disorders, and suicidal ideations or a history of suicide/parasuicidal gestures and self-harm behaviors), substance use disorders, anger management, as well as personality disorders, especially antisocial, histrionic, and borderline personality disorders.
As a part of the LGBTQIA+ community, I am very well-versed in addressing the issues most salient to this population, among which include sexual or romantic orientation, gender identity, queer/genderqueer identity, asexuality, intersex individuals, and internalized homo-/transphobia (not an exhaustive list). Moreover, I am experienced in treating couples and relationship issues, in addition to issues related to sexuality and sexual dysfunction (infidelity, non-monogamous/polyamorous folks, BDSM, kink, sexual desire discrepancy, out-of-control sexual behavior/sex or pornography addiction, low or diminished sexual desire, erectile dysfunction, premature/delayed ejaculation, anorgasmia, vaginismus/dyspareunia/vulvodynia).
I believe in a collaborative therapeutic relationship that utilizes a combination of techniques and methodologies to help you live a happier, healthier life. I am passionate about empowering those I work with and helping people to rediscover their own strength and reclaim their sense of agency by employing empathy to focus on building insight and resilience, reinforcing coping skills, and working toward positive, lasting change. Mahalo for the opportunity to work with you on your journey of self-discovery and healing.
Specialties
Addictions
LGBT
Relationship issues
Trauma and abuse
Bipolar disorder
Stress
Anxiety
Family conflicts
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Anger management
Self esteem
Career difficulties
Depression
Coping with life changes
Compassion fatigue
ADHD
Abandonment
Aging and geriatric issues
Antisocial personality
Attachment issues
Avoidant personality
BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture
Body image
Caregiver issues and stress
Chronic pain, illness, and disability
Co-morbidity
Codependency
Commitment issues
Communication problems
Control issues
Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
Dependent personality
Dissociation
Divorce and separation
Domestic violence
Drug and alcohol addiction
Eating and food-related issues
Emptiness
Family of origin issues
Family problems
First responder issues
Forgiveness
Gender dysphoria
Guilt and shame
HIV / AIDS
Hospice and end-of-life counseling
Immigration issues
Impulsivity
Infidelity
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Life purpose
Men's issues
Midlife crisis
Mood disorders
Multicultural concerns
Narcissism
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Paranoia
Personality disorders
Phobias
Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
Postpartum depression
Post-traumatic stress
Prejudice and discrimination
Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-harm
Self-love
Sex addiction
Sexual assault and abuse
Sexual dysfunction
Sexuality
Social anxiety and phobia
Somatization
Women's issues
Workplace issues
Treatment Approaches
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Existential Therapy
- Gottman Method
- Jungian Therapy
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Dr. Clifford Green's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1285058610.
- LCSW · Hawaii · LCSW-4581 · Expires June 2025
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Dr. Clifford Green
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
I am extremely happy I got matched with Dr Green. He’s very insightful, unafraid of sharing his own experience, and makes me feel heard. He also remembers past conversations and that makes me feel so much better than sitting with therapists who continues to try to remember or keeps looking at notes. I highly highly recommend Dr Green. He’s also very experienced!
Excellent in every way.
Clifford has been really helpful in helping me manage my emotional traumas. He is a great listener and can relate to LGBT issues. I would recommend anyone who is seeking help in this area to approach Clifford for advice.
So far Dr. Cliff is amazing. I feel very listened to and understood. I hope to explore more in the future.
Very easy to talk to, non-judgmental therapist that actually listens and cares. Very knowledgeable and explains things very well. Like talking to a friend.
Dr Green has been hugely helpful, sympathetic, and thoughtful. I look forward to our continuing sessions, which cause me to think more deeply, in a calm and rational manner.
Dr. Green is fab. I’m always jumbled in my head with thousands of thoughts going on at once and he’s able to understand what I’m getting at and he’s very intuitive. He’s stellar and down to earth. I felt comfortable the first session.
Dr. Green is an extraordinary therapist, a radiant beacon of therapeutic warmth. With his delightful humor, incisive questions, and sincere empathy, he crafts a memorable journey of self-discovery. He skillfully alleviates stress with laughter, and his non-judgmental approach makes him the perfect confidant. I wholeheartedly recommend him; he's not just knowledgeable but also feels like an old friend you can trust and confide in—an absolute gem on this website.
Though Dr Green and I are fairly new in our discussions, I find him extremely easy to talk with, attentive, thoughtful, and empathetic.
Cliff changed my life. He helped me gain insight into my anxiety and learn techniques to manage. In just a few months of working with Cliff, I went from dealing with disabling daily levels of anxiety to having minimal anxiety. Cliff is caring, insightful, and has a masterful understanding of anxiety and its causes.
Best therapist I’ve had in over 10 years!
Dr. Green did a great job with me. I recommend him to anyone.
Doctor Green is amazing
Very helpful, and attentive. Extremely easy to talk to. He’s helped me work through a lot of tough stuff in my life and I look forward to continuing my work with him.
Easy to schedule and easy to fit into an already busy timetable. Having therapy online has also had the unexpected benefit of being able to schedule in my free time in the UK and my therapist’s working time in the US!
He’s the best therapist I’ve had in years! He’s straightforward and honest but understanding at the same time. He’s helped me understand who I am and helped me learn to cope with past traumas! I would definitely hope everyone gets a therapist as amazing as him!
Dr. Green is very compassionate and down to earth. He wants to help you and give you the tools to help you show up for yourself! He is quick to listen and offers very actionable advice.
Cliff has done a great job helping me deal with my problems. Would recommend!
No nonsense, honest, compassionate help. No airy fairy spiritual, mindfulness nonsense: just practical and direct.
Dr. Green is knowledgeable and attentive. He makes me feel comfortable and supported
I'm so lucky to have been assigned Dr.Green to help me with dealing with issues as a spouse of an alcoholic. I have been struggling to cope in the relationship and Dr. Green has given me and my partner hope and a life line. I know it won't be an easy, but I feel so much more confident to have Dr.Green's guidance and support along the journey.
Dr. Green brings the uncommon talent of being both extremely knowledgeable and very easy to talk to. I have been able to explore more about my struggles in a few sessions with him than I have been able to accomplish in hundreds of hours of self reflection and research. I am immensely grateful to have the opportunity to work with him and give him my highest recommendation.
Frequently asked questions
Does Dr. Clifford Green offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Dr. Clifford Green works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Dr. Clifford Green speak?
Dr. Clifford Green speaks English.
How many years of experience does Dr. Clifford Green have?
Dr. Clifford Green has 8 years of experience.
Where is Dr. Clifford Green licensed to practice?
Dr. Clifford Green is licensed to practice in Hawaii.
Does Dr. Clifford Green accept clients outside of the United States?
Yes, Dr. Clifford Green accepts clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Dr. Clifford Green offer?
Dr. Clifford Green offers clients Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Existential Therapy, Gottman Method, Jungian Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Dr. Clifford Green?
Dr. Clifford Green can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Dr. Clifford Green?
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