Charleston, South Carolina Therapists

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Mount Pleasant, South Carolina

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South Carolina

Accepting NEW Clients - I want to help you find peace, joy, and fulfillment. We'll battle your symptoms together and find ways you can be kinder to yourself. If you are living with depression, anxiety, PTSD, grief, or family relationship problems,...
Tara Brown
LISW-CP, MSW
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Greenville, South Carolina

I offer a therapeutic approach that is genuine, authentic, and challenges my clients to be the best version of themselves. I strive to create a warm environment whilst also being honest and straightforward. My goal is to normalize your experiences...
Kelly Benjamin
LMHC, L.P.C, MA, CCMHC, CCTP, NCC
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Columbia, South Carolina

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South Carolina

I treat clients with a variety of mental health and behavioral problems ranging from mood disorders, impulse control issues, sexual trauma, and PTSD. My approach is eclectic; utilizing humanistic, strengths-based, and cognitive behavioral therapies....
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Beaufort, South Carolina

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South Carolina

My clients struggle like you do. Despite being intelligent and introspective, they overthink everything. They’re dedicated, motivated, hard workers; but they never feel good enough, no matter how much they’ve accomplished. They’re natural...
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Lyman, South Carolina

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South Carolina

First of all, I am a believer and follower of Christ; secondly, I am a counselor. I provide counseling services for individuals and couples dealing with various issues. One does not need to be a Christian to receive services. It is my goal to...
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Raleigh, North Carolina

Melody Smith MA LMFT has almost a decade of experience working with families, couples, and individuals to rebuild foundations and promote healthy growth and change. At her marriage and family therapy practice in Raleigh, North Carolina, Melody...
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Mount Pleasant, South Carolina

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, (LPC) working in private practice. I serve the Mount Pleasant and Charleston areas and have over 6 years of experience counseling in school counseling and mental health counseling. I specialize in the...
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South Carolina

Life is hard. Asking for help can be even harder- especially when talking feels impossible. Maybe your world is nothing but silent anxiety- suffering with swirling thoughts and constant instability. Or maybe you are struggling to reconcile parts of...
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Columbia, South Carolina

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South Carolina

Ayanna McNeil received her Bachelors of Arts degree in Criminal Justice from Claflin University in Orangeburg, South Carolina. She earned her Masters of Arts Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Webster University and is a Licensed...
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Greenville, South Carolina

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South Carolina

I enjoy working with individuals who are experiencing stress or issues resulting from stressful situations. Helping people heal and find their strengths through positive psychology and EMDR is my committed approach to therapy.
Xiomara Sosa
MS, CMHC, NCC, LPCA
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Summerville, South Carolina

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South Carolina

I am the Founder and CEO of XAS Consulting, LLC, a company and brand I created in 2003 dedicated to healing and well-being. In January 2020, I launched the Summerville Women’s Mental Health Studio™ (X-Studio), a venture that offers...
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Maryland, South Carolina

Not accepting clients at this time With warmth, humor and a one-fits-one approach to your personal well being I bring my all into helping you find relief from struggles and develop a well spring of tools to move forward.  After decades serving and...
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Lake Wylie, South Carolina

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South Carolina

Are you ready to fall in LOVE with the life you’re living? It’s time to STOP running from your past, avoiding your problems, and numbing your emotions. It’s possible to break free of the negative cycle of anxiety, conflict, and hopelessness....
Debi Lynes
LPC, Ph.D.
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Hilton Head Island, South Carolina

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South Carolina

Dr. Debi Lynes has an extensive career exploring the relationship between the physical environment and its influence on health and wellness. She has combined her 30 years of experience as an interior designer and 20 years in private counseling to...
Cindy Cartee
MS, NBCC
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South Carolina

Cindy Cartee, MS is an expert in relationship and sex therapy. Her credentials include: SC Licensed Professional Counselor, SC Licensed Addiction Counselor, Nationally Board Certified Counselor, Professional Brainspotting Therapist, Certified Imago...
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South Carolina

My goal as your counselor is to help you figure out where your life can be improved, identify what changes you’re willing and ready to make, and provide guidance and support during that process. I believe that my clients are at the wheel and I am...
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Summerville, South Carolina

I am a counselor that specializes in working with women, men, and couples dealing with relationship challenges through individual and couples therapy. I also work with children and adolescents on issues they face in school, social situations, and...
Alexis Elliott
LCSW, LISW-CP, CDE
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Myrtle Beach, South Carolina

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South Carolina

Diabetes is more than just physical. A rollercoaster of emotions are a part of diabetes itself, and the endless daily demands add frustration to your busy life. What's more is that many factors affect diabetes management: stress, untamed work-life...
Terri Burnette
School Psychologist; LPES
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Mount Pleasant, South Carolina

Terri Burnette utilizes the Cross Battery Assessment approach in order to establish a pattern of strengths and weaknesses.  This pattern is useful for determining appropriate educational goals, interventions, and accommodations.  She assesses...
Lauren Whatley
MA, LPCA
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Charleston, South Carolina

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South Carolina

Lauren is a counselor serving the Charleston area. She received her master’s degree from Regent University in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I practice from an integrative holistic approach. I value the entire being (body, soul, and spirit). I...
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Mount Pleasant, South Carolina

I specialize in individual, marriage and family therapy. I deal with depression, anxiety, ADD,ADHD, relationships, marriage, OCD, from ages 13 on up I have been practicing for over 20 years and use family systems theory, CBT therapy and solution...
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Mount Pleasant, South Carolina

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South Carolina

You are tired of feeling unsatisfied and you are ready to feel passionate about life again. You are ready to make positive life changes to feel happy and to set yourself up for a bright and fulfilling future. You want to learn new ways of living,...
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Laurinburg, North Carolina

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North Carolina, South Carolina

Welcome & Hello my Name is Kozma Hoskins McLean, and I am here to assist you! K. H. McLean, Counseling Services PLLC, is owned & operated by Kozma Marie Hoskins McLean, MS, LCMHC-QS, MAC, CCTP. Specializing in Child, Adolescent & Family Services. I...
Anna Gantt-Gordon
LPC 172, MA, NCC
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Cayce, South Carolina

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South Carolina

Anna Gantt-Gordon, M.A., LPC, NCC, CCMHC mission for treatment is to be of a guide with my clients who struggle with internal and external stressors that impairs daily life functioning. It is the utmost importance of building a therapuetic...

Mental Health in Charleston, South Carolina

According to the Tri-County 2016, Community Health Needs Assessment Report, mental health care services in Charleston are significantly better than those offered by the neighboring counties of Berkeley and Dorchester. Although by 2021 psychoses and other mental health disorder visits are expected to increase by approximately 4-5% in Charleston County. According to Deborah Blalock, Executive Director of Charleston Dorchester Mental Health Centre, the most common mental health conditions treated in the area are; Anxiety, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, Suicide Risk, Trauma, Schizophrenia, and Schizoaffective disorders. (al, 2016)

Mental health resources in Charleston

Charleston has three psychiatric facilities; MUSC Institute of Psychiatry, Palmetto Lowcountry Behavioral Health, and the Charleston Clinic. Decisions on the most appropriate course of treatment are made by the Assessment/Mobile Crisis Team (AMC) who triage psychiatric needs and link patients with proper outpatient services. AMC provides face-to-face assessments at their Charleston Clinic, appointments can be made over the phone but are also available on a walk-in basis. Patients may then be referred to Charleston Dorchester Mental Health Centre (CDMHC) where they will receive appointments to meet with a therapist, psychiatrist, or nursing practitioner.

Ongoing support for those who are recovering from a mental illness and for friends, family members, and loved ones of those struggling with or recovering from a mental illness. Support is available through the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), in the form of support groups, education, and advocacy services.

Impact of Socioeconomic Factors on Mental Health in Charleston

There is evidence suggesting South Carolina may have problems with Health Equity. Health inequity (not to be confused with health inequality) is when an individual’s social, economic, geographic, or demographic status can restrict an individual’s access to resources needed to maintain and improve their health. (World Health Organisation, 2018) In South Carolina 23% of children live in poverty compared with a national rate of 20%; Interestingly, South Carolina’s graduation rate is 80% compared to a national rate of 83%. (University of Wisconsin Population Health Institute, 2018). High school dropout rates and poverty are indicative of a population’s mental well-being. (Hjorth CF, 2016)

Natural Disasters in Charleston and Their Impact on Mental Health.

Charleston sits on the eastern seaboard. Therefore the city is prone to hurricanes, particularly between June and November. In addition to storms and flooding Charleston typically experiences between 10-15 earthquakes a year, the highest of which was the Charleston earthquake of 1886 at a magnitude 7.3. Natural disasters are known to have a detrimental effect on mental health, in the months following Hurricane Hugo there were 25% more people seeking help for drug and alcohol abuse compared to the previous year. ( The Economist (US), 1990). Increased drug and alcohol abuse in the wake of a natural disaster is often a symptom of post-traumatic stress disorder. (American Addiction Centers, n.d.) Losing one’s job or being displaced from one’s home can contribute to depression, there is also evidence to suggest that incidents of domestic abuse increase in communities recovering from a disaster. (J. Brian Houston, 2017)

Divorce Rates in Charleston

The most recent figures for divorce rates in Charleston, are from 2012. In Charleston, the divorce rate is 3.2 per 1000 citizens compared to a national average of 3.4. However, this figure is still significant as divorce is known to have a detrimental effect on the mental health of those affected. Divorce and separation are associated with increased anxiety, depression, and alcohol abuse. (Richards, 1997) Divorce can also have a significant effect on the children of divorced or divorcing couples resulting in emotional problems and a decline in performance at school. (P. Lindsay, 1995)