Therapists in South Carolina

Charleston, SC Therapist. Honor your past, empower your present, promote you future. Creating time and space for yourself through a strong therapeutic relationship can help you gain a greater sense of self, your relationships and your values. We will work together to understand your defense mechanisms, underlying beliefs, emotional reactions and ultimately, to create a healthier relationship with yourself and the people you care about.

You may be experiencing strong grief, depressed feelings, anxious feelings, and lack of motivation and I can help you identify solutions that will help you move forward. You will be empowered to know yourself in a greater way so that you manage anxiety, depression, family relationship issues, and work conflicts. I can assist persons going through divorce, separation, job changes, grief, pet loss, trauma, blended family issues, and chronic/acute illness.

At times the waters of life can be difficult to navigate, whether through your actions and behaviors or those of the people around you. Everyone experiences situations which can result in feelings of being lost, alone, vulnerable, depressed and unfortunately unworthy.

I help women and children who just haven’t felt like themselves lately; fatigued, moody, anxious, stressed. You used to feel like you were thriving in life, and then depression or anxiety crept in. You look back and wonder what changed and are unsure how to get back to feeling like your best self, or just YOU again. Or maybe it's your "once-so-sweet" child who is acting out or fearful and stressed all the time. Problems in school, lack of focus, and behavioral changes can all be part of stress, depression, or anxiety - not your parenting! Through supportive counseling, we can help you or your child RE-flourish in life.

I am passionate about helping others and always feel honored to take part in assisting people to feel better. I have many years of experience in providing therapy to children, adolescents, adults, and families with a wide variety of issues. I enjoy working with individuals to develop coping skills related to life transitions, stress, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, social skills, and anger. I also enjoy working with families on improving effective communication and setting healthy boundaries.

Have you ever felt that no one truly understands how your depression, anxiety, addiction, relationship struggles or burnout affect what you want in life? Are you someone who loves someone with serious mental health and/or addiction issues? My lived experience helps me provide compassionate individual, couples and group counseling, and easily connect to affected others in this life struggle. I offer a relationship based, cognitive behavioral approach to counseling, targeting your goals, offering support and guidance to help get you to a better life.

I'm proud to work with all kinds of different people, such as adolescents, young adults and college students, adults, and the LGBTQ population. Oftentimes the clients who come to me (and are referred to me) have been diagnosed with Borderline Personality Disorder, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, and other related issues and disorders. Many of my clients have an emotionally sensitive temperament and need different skills to create a life worth living. Working with me requires commitment and work from the client.

Life is so unpredictable. There is an inherent mystery and beauty in navigating life, but unexpected events and circumstances can make certain seasons especially challenging. Whether it is a story from our past we continue to tell ourselves or a current situation we never asked for or anticipated, effective counseling has the potential to help motivate us to explore and identify our unique strengths, assets and skills and to ultimately encourage momentum toward personal growth and individual transformation. Within a constructive and supportive therapeutic relationship, there is hope for healing and living more fully.

Beyond the fear is freedom, through the pain is peace and out of the darkness is light. In these challenging times; it's more important than ever to know that you're not alone. Reaching out for support is a courageous first step toward a new you, a new way and a new beginning. I work with adults, couples, teens and families seeking therapeutic support with Anxiety/Depression, Trauma/PTSD (Acute/Complex), Grief/Loss, Life Transitions, Self-Esteem, Co-Dependency and Relational issues.

I provide a safe, supportive and non judgmental environment that allows you to process your feelings while learning coping skills during your difficult time. I want individuals to feel inner peace, happiness and hope.

Is your partner’s pornography addiction, infidelity, or sexual compulsivity destroying your relationship? Are you ready for change but not sure where to begin? Are you an abuse survivor and feel that you’re living the same story over again? Do you feel there’s something wrong with you or do you deny there’s a problem yet the heartache keeps you up at night? Are you tired of feeling like your partner’s sexual acting out is your fault, feeling inadequate, fighting the same battles, or hoping for change? The path ahead may seem overwhelming but there is hope to heal from past trauma and break the current cycle of betrayal trauma.

As a counselor, my focus is to assist or guide clients toward finding a better path forward no matter the challenges or obstacles. As a solution-focused, strength-based, positive, and Christian oriented therapist, my goal is to help you find your potential and a life that is full and blessed. We all face life challenges and while we cannot change the past, working together, we can determine lessons learned, meaning, and a better and more rewarding path forward.

We all, sooner or later, come up against changes, challenges, or outright catastrophes that require us to grow in order to cope. Many of us find that the coping skills we've picked up in our lives thus far are just not enough to enable us to move forward successfully. Often, responses that used to work may have become the very things that are now causing problems. Fortunately, old strategies that no longer work can be released, and new skills and perspectives can be learned that open up possibilities that were never available in the past. That's what therapy is for, and It is my great pleasure to be a part of this process.

I am currently accepting new clients! Ages 6 - Adult. I take a person-centered approach and meet each client right where they are. I believe each person is unique and worth listening to. I work with children, teens, and adults to gain healthy coping skills and strategies toward reaching their potential. Whether it is difficulty with anxiety, depression, ADHD, Autism, or disordered eating, I have a passion for connecting with each client so that we can work together to increase self awareness and overall satisfaction for life. For more information about the groups I offer, click the "groups" tab next to the "about" tab.

If you are grappling with issues related to gender identity exploration, sexuality, coming out, or navigating relationships, my practice is a safe haven for you to express your thoughts and feelings. I believe in the transformative power of therapy and the strength that comes from embracing one's true self. Humans need other humans, and you need a place of safety. Whether you are seeking support individually or within a relationship, I am here to help you experience the intricacies of your journey with empathy, understanding, and expertise.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate (LPC-A). I completed my Bachelor of Arts in Psychology at Coker College and received a M.S. in Clinical Counseling from Francis Marion University. I aim to bring a warm inviting presence to the counseling environment. Seeking out counseling can be one of the hardest things you do, but through the process you will see just how strong you really are. I enjoy working with children, teens, and adults of all backgrounds and walks of life. I use several approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral therapy and person-centered techniques to encourage growth and promote healing.

Hi! I am glad you stopped by my page. I enjoy working with adolescents and adults (ages 12 and above). I focus on helping people deal with Depression, Anxiety, Lifestyle changes and Behavioral Issues. If you are looking to work on your issues, change behaviors or need to have someone listen to you and offer guidance, then I may be the therapist for you. Please feel free to email me or call me with any questions. I look forward to working with you.

The stress of events in life, mental illness, substance abuse or adjusting to changes can feel like a battle against yourself. I can offer you a chance to explore those situations that seem to be weighing you down. Through the use of a variety of therapeutic techniques, I can teach you coping and communication skills that will help you resolve those conflicts that seem too broken or too large to correct. With the right perspective and skills, those weights can be lifted from your shoulders and you can walk courageously into the next stage of your life.

Many of the individuals I work with have either been through a recent life change or trauma, or have been dealing with anxiety, depression or any number of issues for several years to a lifetime. My purpose is not to understand what it is like to walk in your shoes, but to come alongside you and walk with you together through your difficulties and figure out healthy strategies together. We will set goals and objectives together to formulate a viable solution for your situation. I have experience working with individuals, couples and groups dealing with issues such as depression, anxiety, relationships, and behavioral problems.