Therapists in South Carolina

My philosophy is that mental health is a necessary component of overall health and well-being. I take a holistic approach to therapy with the aim to provide support that encompasses the physical, social, emotional well-being of the client. Leading and encouraging with empathy and understanding, I listen and learn about the unique needs of the individual. After graduating with a masters in clinical counseling from Johns Hopkins University, I gained experience by accepting a diverse clientele including adults, couples, families, and adolescents. I have worked with clients impacted by anxiety, depression, trauma, domestic violence, and immigration issues, and I am prepared to offer counseling services to these people and populations.

I am a clinical social worker licensed in South Carolina (LISW-CP) with over 20 years of experience working in the field of oncology and behavioral health. Primarily, I have worked with clients who have struggled with anxiety, stress, depression, and grief/loss due to a cancer diagnosis, medical issues or other life changes. I have also helped people who have been overwhelmed and stuck emotionally. I have been a Certified Oncology Social Worker (OSW-C) for 15 years and an approved Clinical Social Work Supervisor in South Carolina since 2019. My therapy style is collaborative and strength based. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, mindfulness, and client centered therapies to empower and support clients in the therapeutic process. Each individual is unique and I will craft a treatment plan centered around you and your specific needs. Mental health issues are not a weakness and through compassion, empathy, trust and respect I will work with you to help you improve your quality of life. I feel people possess necessary skills for positive change in their lives. My goal is to help you uncover your potential and find motivation for change. Asking for help and embracing change can be difficult. I am willing to work with you and support you on your journey!

Hello! I’m Danielle Johnston, a Nationally Certified Clinical Mental Health Counselor with 23 years experience. I’m dually licensed in SC, as a Licensed Professional Counselor & Licensed Addiction Counselor (LPC & LAC, NCC & CCMHC.) I also hold certifications as a Certified Clinical Trauma Therapist and as a Certified Dialectical Behavioral Therapist (CCTP and C-DBT). My areas of specialty include identity, self-esteem, self-worth, depression, anxiety, alcohol & cannabis abuse, chronic stress, nervous system dysregulation, coping with life changes, trauma, life purpose, body image, self-medicating, intimacy issues, communication problems, attachment issues, emotional regulation, relationship harmony. My therapy style is warm, encouraging, enthusiastic, interactive. I believe a depressed person is a discouraged person. It’s easy to fall into those thoughts & patterns. I am your coach to teach you how to convince yourself to change what you do have control over, to improve your sense of self & quality of life. Anxiety is similar, self-control is gained as you learn to identify & modify your physiological reactions, & to restructure your cognitive patterns. Let me teach you how to calm, co-regulate, and choose to be reasonable & logic-driven rather than reactive, anxious or emotion-driven. My clinical approach combines Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Psychodynamic, Rational-Emotive Behavioral Therapy, Attachment-Based, Adlerian, Somatic, Nervous System Regulation, Gottman, DBT, Existential , Strength-Based, & Solution-Focused Therapy. (Taught best in live sessions.) I’ll tailor our dialog and treatment objectives to meet your unique, specific needs. You set your goals. My task for every session is to help you feel encouraged, heard, validated, & have small tasks to incorporate & watch yourself succeed in until we meet again. It’s a privilege to hear your story & join you in it. To empower you to change what you can. It takes courage to seek a more fulfilling and happier life, to take these first steps toward change. If you are ready to take that step, I am here to support & enthuse you. I look forward to working with you! Wishing you peace. Danielle Johnston LPC, CCMHC, NCC, LAC

Give yourself some grace! The journey to health and healing may be difficult. I would like to walk beside you while you explore, YOU! My name is Lanita Sunshine Patterson. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Professional Addiction Counselor (LAC) and certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (AADC). I have experience working with anxiety, depression, life transitions, behavioral challenges, substance abuse, and self-esteem. Various treatment modalities are utilized to meet the unique needs of everyone and to create a lifestyle of mental, spiritual, emotional and physical health and wellness including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Enhancement Therapy (MET), Solution Focus (SF) and Client Centered Therapy (CCT). I believe in being authentic, transparent and using person-centered approaches in treatment. My passion is to empower individuals to cope with everyday stress, identify triggers, challenge negative self-talk and live a life of intention and grace. I strive to ensure each life I touch feels respected, validated and challenged to live the life they desire. I look forward to walking through this journey with you. If you need a session time that is not listed, leave a message and let's see if we can work it out. ;-) Warm regards, Lanita Sunshine Patterson, MA, LPC, LAC, AADC

I am licensed in South Carolina with clinical experience as both a Clinic-Based Therapist and a Clinic Director. Additionally, I have spent the last several years developing and teaching wellness programming for children and adults that focuses on mindfulness, movement, problem-solving, communication, social connection, coping, and relaxation skills. I have developed a Mindful Parenting Program as well. I am certified in Foundations of Meditation and as a Trauma-Informed Yoga Instructor. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, parenting challenges, feelings of disconnection, trauma, and coping with life changes. My theoretical framework stems from Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Mindfulness, and other research-based modalities. My therapeutic style is very client-centered as I believe that you are the expert on your life. We can partner together to create a plan that meets your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy takes tremendous courage and I am truly honored to be a part of your growth and journey towards the life that you want.

I am a Licensed Independent Social Worker-Clinical Practice (LISW-CP) in South Carolina. I've been working in mental health for more than 25 years, and I have experience in helping clients in many areas. It is important for me that clients I assist experience an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. I often use humor to encourage this, and I always welcome feedback (good or bad) as I believe constructive criticism is as vital to my growth as a provider as the "pats on the back." I recognize that taking the first step to seeking therapy and focusing on the creation of a a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I welcome the opportunity to support you in that process.

Life is full of challenging experiences … and people! We all need an encouraging mentor to listen and guide us toward our goals. Family and friends may mean well, but unfortunately they usually have their own agenda, criticize without understanding, and offer advice that is best for them- not you. I bet this is happening to you right now. This is just a natural way with untrained people. Let me empower you! Let’s get you on track to where you want to go. We’ll have fun and maybe share some tears along the way. Managing your stress, anxiety, and depression is our goal. You may be in a difficult or strained relationship that leaves you drained and even sucks the life out of you. No wonder you are tired! Just like the hundreds of other clients I have helped to return joy to their lives, I offer 25 years of professional experience. You can do this! Start right now and sign up for your session with me. We’ll even laugh a little! You need this and don’t want to be stuck in this place, do you? Let’s talk now! Marie Duncan, Ed.S., LMFT

I am licensed in South Carolina with 5 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I also have experience working with depression. 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 licensed in North Carolina and South Carolina with 12 years of professional experience. My approach to therapy includes the use of models such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), as well as others depending on what appears to be most appropriate for your needs and preferences. Some of the topics we may address in therapy include managing stress and anxiety, life purpose, drug and alcohol addictions, anger management, motivation, and self-esteem issues. I believe that we all have areas where we can learn from one another as well as areas to work on each day to try and improve ourselves. Therapy can be a wonderful place to learn and improve, and I am here to support you in that process.

My name is Paige Bond. I go by She/Her pronouns and am a white cisgender neurodivergent woman. *My regular working hours are Monday-Thursday 9:00am- 4:00pm EST. I'm only available for Live Chat sessions on BetterHelp's platform. I do my best to respond to messages 1x per day.* I help anxious millennials redefine their relationship(s) with intention. Your love life isn’t what you’ve been dreaming of. But a fulfilling partnership IS at the top of your priority list. Yet here’s what’s familiar: 1. You're anxious about your relationships all-the-damn time or 2. You wonder if this relationship is worth it or 3. You want to be the "perfect" polyamorous partner I use the BetterHelp platform to help you suss out the options ahead of you and give you resources to start making changes in your life and in your relationships. I’m a sex-positive therapist here to let your unique expression of living relationally SHINE. I tend to work with people who might be kinky, non-monogamous, a sex worker, or part of the LGBTQIA+ community.