- Person centered approach
- CBT influenced techniques
- Veteran background
About George
George Gifford is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) with six years of professional experience. He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, and depression. George formerly served in the U.S. Marine Corps and brings that background into his clinical work.
He uses a person-centered style in sessions, then draws on cognitive-behavioral ideas when helpful. That means conversations begin with listening to what matters most to the person and then adding straightforward tools to manage symptoms. He mentions CBT, ACT, and REBT as approaches he uses alongside person-centered care.
George completed a Master of Arts in Mental Health Counseling at Cambridge College in 2022. After finishing graduate school he worked in a psychiatric hospital in a dual diagnosis role, then provided outpatient care in community mental health while completing licensure. He earned his LMHC in December 2024.
Sessions focus on practical steps people can use day to day. George will talk through coping skills for panic, patterns that keep anxiety going, and ways to address substance use when it links to mood or stress. He also helps people consider issues tied to abandonment, attachment, adoption and foster care, and end-of-life concerns.
He offers short, clear conversations in the room and aims to build a working plan with each person. Prospective clients should confirm current session options before booking and follow the site flow to select a plan and schedule a first appointment.
How therapeutic approaches are used in online sessions
George combines person-centered work with techniques from cognitive-behavioral therapy and acceptance-based strategies. Person-centered work focuses on listening and understanding the person's priorities, creating a foundation for any later work. Cognitive-behavioral techniques look at unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and teach concrete skills for managing panic, anxiety, and mood. Acceptance-based ideas from ACT emphasize noticing thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, which can help when avoidance keeps problems going.Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit their goals and daily life, and will adjust strategies as needs change. That means sessions can be practical and goal-focused or more reflective, depending on what helps most.
The profile does not list specific online session formats, so confirm the available options before booking. Many people find online sessions helpful because they can fit therapy into a weekday break, avoid travel time, or choose a shorter check-in when needed. Online work can also make regular follow-ups easier to maintain while balancing other commitments.
Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Experience
6+ years
Listed in
Massachusetts
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He supports people struggling with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, and depression, as well as related issues like panic attacks and post-traumatic stress.
What is his therapeutic style like?
He works in a person-centered way, listening first and then introducing practical techniques from cognitive-behavioral approaches when useful.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has six years of experience and served in clinical roles ranging from a psychiatric hospital dual diagnosis position to outpatient community mental health work.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He holds a Master of Arts in Mental Health Counseling and is an LMHC based in Massachusetts.
Can I work with him if I live outside the United States?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are offered?
The original profile does not list specific session formats; please confirm current options before booking.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session through the site.