Greetings! My name is Dr. Damien Johnson and I am a counseling professional with over 17 years of experience in helping individuals manage presenting symptoms and difficulties using an eclectic style of therapy focusing on the connection between thoughts, feelings and behaviors. I have a B.S. Degree in Criminal Justice, a M.A. in Counseling and a Ph.D. in Human Services and am credentialed as a Licensed Professional Counselor, a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor and a Licensed Addictions Counselor in South Carolina. I am also a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor and a Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist in North Carolina. I own a private counseling and community outreach agency specializing in mental health and substance abuse/co-occurring disorders. My counseling style is warm and engaging. I believe in a person centered approach to counseling that allows me to meet the client where they are as we work towards specified goals. I believe in the collaborative process of counseling that focuses on clients' strength to assist in overcoming deficits that may impede optimum functioning. My theoretical orientation of choice is Cognitive Behavior Therapy, which focuses on the connection between thoughts and feelings that influence behaviors. I also use Mindfulness and NLP principles to help guide clients effectively. This is an important step in your journey towards healing and I will do my best to assist you in reaching your counseling goals. SPECIALTIES Emotional Management (Depression, Anxiety, Anger) Mood Disorders Substance Use Disorders Trauma Services Offered Messaging Live Chat Phone Video

My name is Cameron Williams and thank you for taking a moment to read about me. In doing so you have already taken a critical first step in the therapeutic process which is making the decision to seek out help. I have a Bachelor's of Science from Charleston Southern University and a Master's of Social Work from the University of South Carolina. I am a licensed clinical social worker in the state of South Carolina with nearly 20 years of experience working with primarily adolescents and adults with various life challenges. While most of my experience is working with depression, anxiety, parent-child relationships, self-esteem, stress and anger management, I also have experience with various other life issues. I have a no nonsense approach to counseling meaning that my job is not to fix you but rather to help give you the tools to fix yourself. I believe everyone has the power to improve their situation with the right guidance and motivation. I specialize in cognitive behavioral therapy as well as motivational interviewing, DBT, and solution focused techniques because I don't believe there is such a thing as a cookie cutter approach to fit a cookie cutter client. I believe life's challenges affect us all differently and look forward to being a part of assisting you to make the positive changes necessary to heal yourself and live your best life. I look forward to working with you!

I have 30 + years doing Professional/Pastoral Counseling experience in a variety of settings in South Carolina. I am an ordained Minister, Life and Relationship Coach and Certified Career and Job Development and Transition Coach. In addition to being seminary trained with a Master of Divinity, I did post-graduate work in Marriage and Family Therapy and have certifications in Gottman Couples Therapy, Couples Communication, Imago , PREP, PAIRS and Relationship Enhancement. I work with individuals and couples to work through issues and transitions by helping them set and meet goals to produce a more satisfying and meaningful life. I do this by assessing all the strengths and "growing edges" they possess and help them with the best of Emotional/Relational and Cognitive Therapy, a Jungian frame, Ericksonian Insights, Strategic Family work and Human Needs Psychology. I do much of my counseling using Assessment tools like PREPARE/ENRICH and SYMBIS for premarital Couples. I also use StrenghtFinders, MBTI I and II, Strong Interest and am a Certified Enneagram Coach. I would be honored to work with you to be everything you were created to be!

Ever feel stuck? Well, it is possible to find a way out. Maybe I can help you on that journey. It is my goal that you feel seen and heard while we navigate through life’s issues together. I am licensed as a clinical social worker and licensed as an addiction’s counselor. I have served as a clinical social worker partnering with a broad spectrum of clients since 2013. I have worked with children, teens, young adults, adults, and geriatric with a spectrum of conditions and situations. My experience includes a variety of settings such as emergency rooms, home based clinical services, community mental health centers, private outpatient programs and inpatient psychiatric hospital setting. I take a strength’s based holistic approach to therapy and tend to incorporate a variety of therapeutic treatment modalities to best fit the client’s personality and their needs. I have had extensive training in Solution Focused Therapy, Integrated Dual Diagnosis Treatment, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing. Taking the step to seek help can be difficult, but I hope I can help you to feel welcomed as I bring a warm nonjudgmental and caring attitude. I will support you while we work together in a collaborative manner to address issues you have identified, so that you can live a more fulfilled life.

Kevin Cooksey earned a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of South Carolina-Upstate in Research Psychology with a minor in Conflict Resolution. He has a Master's Degree from Liberty University in Marriage and Family Therapy and is currently working on his Ph.D. Kevin is certified by the American Association of Christian Counselors in Stress & Trauma Care with Military Application and in Sexual Addiction Counseling. Kevin has also been certified in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) through the Medical University of South Carolina. This training is to help children ages 5-18 that have been impacted by some type of trauma experience. He is licensed by the State of South Carolina as a Marriage and Family Therapist - LMFT. Kevin is also certified as a SYMBIS Assessment Facilitator. This is an assessment and counseling certification to help couples start their marriage off Right. It is a tool to educate and give couples the needed skill sets to have a successful marriage relationship. Kevin is a Member of the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy and the American Association of Christian Counselors Family Builders Counseling Services offers a full line of counseling services. Kevin is currently a State Supervisor in Training

Welcome, My name is Lakisha (Kennedy) Hudson. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) for the state of South Carolina. I have 10 years of Clinical Counseling experience working with adults and children who seeks professional help for depression, self-esteem, stress, anxiety, grief, adjustment disorder, anger, attention-deficit/hyper activity disorder (ADHD), relationship issues, parenting problems, and trauma. My therapeutic background has allowed me to work with diverse populations in various settings, such as for non-profited organizations, schools, correctional facilities and private practice (In-Person and Telehealth services) Recently, I became licensed as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in the State of Florida and excited about gaining ongoing training, knowledge and experience as a Mental Health Professional to be able to provide the services I need to help better the lives of my clients. My therapy style brings forth empathy, humor, and a person-centered approach to clients who I work with. My therapeutic approach and compassion in the helping process allows me to build rapport and meet clients right where they are. I believe in treating each individual client with the respect they deserve, therefore, the service I provide is non-stigmatizing and confidential. My clinical approach consists of Trauma-Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy. I will process with each client individually while utilizing these evidence-based practices, to ensure I meet their needs specifically, as every client is unique. If you have been doing the same things and getting the same results, feeling overwhelmed with life challenges, feeling as if your emotions are everywhere and are having difficulties trying to figure why you're feeling the why you do, then it's time you get help today. That's right! Take control. Find the best ways to manage your mental health. Do you have trust issues and prefer keeping what's bothering you to yourself? Who will care for you more than yourself? So, let's do something different this time. Now that you are here, right at this exact moment let's get started. It all happened for a reason. I am absolutely proud of you for finally taking time out to come this far to seek professional help. Don't look back because this decision you've just made could change your entire life for the better. Imagine that, you were destined to get the support you need from Betterhelp! Let's just give it a try. Why wait? I am excited for you! I care and am here to help you on your journey to healing. The empowerment and support you will receive though my services are genuine and sincere. I am here and ready to hear from you with an open mind and listening ear. It's my pleasure. I look forward to working with you!

Congratulations on taking the first step towards reaching your personal goals! I would love to help you unlock your true potential. I am a psychotherapist with eleven years of experience and training in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Solution-Focused Therapy. I have a relaxed, open-minded and non-judgmental counseling style, but I am also action-oriented with my clients. My experience includes working with children, adolescents and adults in a variety of environments - including a hospital setting, school setting and private practice. My specialties include anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and family conflict. I enjoy working with parenting issues as part of family conflict. In addition to my therapy services, I am a certified instructor in Parenting with Love & Logic, in which I provide workshops in my community. I am originally from Charlotte, NC. I earned my BA in Psychology from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and then later my Master's Degree in Social Work at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. I am married and a mother to two boys, as well as a pug named Mabel . We spend a lot of our time outdoors exploring as a family. I greatly enjoy traveling and immersing myself into other cultures.

I am licensed in South Carolina with 20 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with relationship issues, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, & anger management. My training and orientation ranges from Gestalt to solution-focused therapy. Together, we can decide which approach best meets your needs. I will tailor our interactions and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific situation. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process and feel honored to walk along this path with you.

I am licensed in South Carolina with 3 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 that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

I have been a licensed counselor in South Carolina for 11 years. In those years, I have worked with adults, children, families and couples. I utilize a tailored approach when working with my clients to address issues of anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and life stressors. We will work together to identify the root cause for your disturbances, and then determine how to either eliminate or better manage the symptoms. The decision to seek therapy is a brave one, and I welcome assisting you on your journey of hope and healing.

I am licensed in South Carolina with 10 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & 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.

Hey there! You're here, so I know you're not in a good place. But- you took the first step- you've acknowledged that, right now, you could use some guidance and support- and that's okay! Facing emotions and harsh realities can be incredibly difficult to navigate alone. My goal? To help you meet YOUR goals, and to ultimately allow for you to become your own hero! I view all clients as uniquely individual. I utilize an eclectic approach to therapy and base treatment modalities based off of diagnosis and other relevant factors. I am extremely direct, yet empathetic. We will ONLY make progress if we are each invested in treatment! I have a tough-love approach, and I want everyone to reach their true potential. I view all clients as uniquely individual. I've been providing therapy for 5 years to individuals with mental health needs ranging (i.e. anxiety, PTSD, etc.). I specialize in trauma-focused work and working with adolescents and families. I'm proud of anyone who wants to heal and grow! If that's you, let's take the next step together!

I am licensed in South Carolina with 4 years of professional work experience helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with grief and loss, increasing motivation, self esteem, and self confidence. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths to assist you in overcoming challenges. 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 Florida, New York, North Carolina and South Carolina with 15 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & depression. 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 New Jersey, North Carolina and South Carolina with 13 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, & anger management. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.