Therapists in South Carolina

You have taken an important step in reaching out to support your emotional health. My name is Laura Ellington and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in North and South Carolina with over twenty years experience in mental health counseling, integrated care and hospice. My approach is based on your needs. We will explore what led you to seek counseling, identify your personal goals and explore together how to meet those goals. You determine the path, my role is to accompany you on this journey as your supporter, advisor and advocate. We will use a strengths based, solution focused, wellness model of counseling. Learning new coping skills is an essential part of the process.. You will find that I am relentlessly focused on your strengths and abilities and offer suggestions about 'thinking out of the box' Coping with life changes, depression, anxiety, health conditions, social isolation, employment related stress, substance use, and other challenges affect every part of our lives. Finding solutions that work for you will bring opportunities for growth and a better quality of life. What is your dream?? How do you want your life to be different? Let's explore together!

I am a licensed clinical social worker in South Carolina with over 10 years of experience working as a mental health professional. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, and ADHD. My counseling style is empathetic and interactive. I believe in treating everyone with respect, dignity, and compassion. I understand each individual's experience is unique, and will use my clinical expertise to provide the best services. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, client-centered, trauma-focused, grief, and rational-emotive counseling. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs and goals. It takes courage to seek for a more fulfilling and satisfying life and take steps towards a real change. If you are ready to take that step I am here to support and help you achieve self-efficacy and wellness. I look forward to working with you!

Dr. Pia L. Scott is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of Georgia and South Carolina with 7 years of experience in higher education, non-profit, and state government working with adults, veterans, college students, individuals with disabilities, and minorities. She completed her Doctorate in Education at Drexel University and her Masters in Rehabilitation Counseling from South Carolina State University. Her areas of expertise include anxiety, depression, grief and loss, trauma, multicultural issues, relationships, women’s issues, and workplace stress. Her passion is working with individuals of color and individuals that struggle with life’s transitions and finding their purpose. Dr. Scott strives to provide an inclusive and safe space for individuals and believes in establishing rapport from the first meeting. She uses approaches in therapy to include person-centered, cognitive-behavioral, and solution focused; however she has an eclectic approach in treatment tailored to meet your needs. Her passion for counseling provides opportunities for her to help you establish clear goals and apply solutions that work best for you. Dr. Scott establishes a welcoming and compassionate relationship with you in order to help you discover your purpose, achieve your goals, and prepare you to utilize the skills gained in therapy which can be applied throughout your life. Dr. Scott works with you to help you understand your mental health and reach your fullest potential. It takes courage to seek for a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps toward change. If you are ready to take that step I am here to support and empower you. I look forward to working with you!

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and an Alcohol and Drug Counselor with over 9 years of experience working in both fields as well as studied to obtain my Master's Degree in Marriage, Couples and Family Therapy at the University of Central Florida. I have worked with a wide range of clients from individuals to couples to families over my past 9 years of counseling. I specialize in depression, anxiety, relational issues to include couples who are dating, engaged, are married, or going through the beginnings of divorce as well as substance use disorders and families impacted by substance use disorders, career challenges, and parenting issues. My therapy style is genuine and interactive with my goal to help others achieve the change they desire. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, unconditional positive regard and compassion. I don't believe in stigmatizing labels. My approach combines Motivational Interviewing w/Cognitive-Behavioral, Rational-Emotive and Solution Focused Therapy to explore issues, discover strengths, motivate change and find solutions that enable a person to live a healthier lifestyle. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. I am here to help you through your challenges and offer a safe place for you to be open and honest without fear of judgment, blame, shame or ridicule. Deciding to get assistance for what is concerning you is the first and most important step for making healthy changes in your life. It takes courage to seek a more fulfilling and happier life by taking the first steps towards change. If you are ready to take that step, I am here to support and empower you. My passion in my career has always been and will continue to be having the ability to walk along side those and assist in experiencing exploration and discovery of ways to progress, making change in a healthy way to live a more fulfilling lifestyle. I look forward to working with you!

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 7 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with lgbtq+ related issues, parenting issues, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, and coping with life changes. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

I am licensed in South Carolina with 4 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

I am a licensed in South Carolina with 27 years of professional work experience. I help clients dealing with stress and anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, & depression. I believe everyone, no matter how much they have been through or what they are dealing with, are stronger and more resilient than they often know. Everyone is unique, possesses their own exceptional capabilities, and I will tailor our dialog to cultivate them. Through this process, we will work together and create a treatment plan that addresses your specific needs. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in North Carolina and South Carolina with 6 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with a variety of concerns including stress, anxiety, motivation, self esteem, depression, trauma, parenting, and behavior issues. In addition, I have worked with individuals experiencing homelessness, addiction, and life transitions. I work with my clients to create a safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. I utilize a client-centered approach to ensure clients are heard, validated, and empowered. My therapeutic style combines Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with Solutions- Focused approaches. I ensure clients’ strengths are highlighted and built upon. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

When working with me, you can expect a warm, compassionate, and non-judgmental space where you are truly heard and understood. I primarily focus on supporting women, helping them navigate issues like depression, anxiety, and life transitions. My approach is tailored to your unique needs, as I believe in the power of personalized, evidence-based therapy to foster growth and healing. I lead with empathy, always striving to create a therapeutic relationship built on trust and mutual respect, where we can work together to help you reach your goals at your own pace. My path to becoming a mental health provider started with a deep desire to help people. I've always been drawn to understanding others and providing support, which naturally led me to pursue a career in therapy. I've worked in diverse settings, from a university counseling center, where I supported college students through academic and personal challenges, to a community mental health clinic, where I worked with individuals facing mental health and substance use disorders. These experiences allowed me to connect with people from all walks of life, diagnoses, and ages, deepening my understanding and compassion for the struggles they face. What drives me most is seeing the progress my clients make. I’m incredibly proud of the results they achieve. My goal has always been to empower people to grow, heal, and thrive, and that’s what continues to inspire me every day."

Hi there, I'm Curtis. I'm glad you're considering beginning therapy! I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of SC and I work with adults residing in the state. I offer secular mental health counseling for folks struggling with complex trauma, relationship issues, and life adjustments. Special areas of focus include religious trauma, boundary setting, family dynamics, perfectionism, and LGBTQIA+ issues. If this sounds like you, I encourage you to reach out!