Therapists in Bamberg, SC

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Mindfulness Practitioner. I have been a counselor for over 18+ years in Maine and South Carolina. I have worked in a variety of settings, with clients of ranging in ages from 13 to 75, with a wide range of concerns such as dealing with grief and loss, low self esteem. Mood disorders such as depression, bi-polar, and anxiety. I help individuals evaluate current life satisfaction and set goals to increase that satisfaction level. I am also an addictions specialist. My counseling style is empathetic, warm, supportive, and non-judgmental. My goal is to always meet my client were they are. You are the expert on you. My job is to support and help guide you along your journey to wellness.. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. My approach combines and may use several theories and techniques that include Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), mindfulness and Solution Focused strategies. Asking for help is difficult, I applaud you for taking the first step in taking control of your emotional wellness. I look forward to working with you!

I am a licensed professional counselor in South Carolina with 4 years of experience working as a therapist. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, autism related symptoms, relationship/ communication issues, parenting concerns, ADHD, and trauma. My therapy style is accepting and encouraging. I accept your challenging patterns absolutely worked before, and are in place to get your needs met. I accept you’re at a point where these patterns no longer yield the best results and are looking for changes. My approach combines attachment-based approaches with DBT, short-term focused therapy with a play therapy approach. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs or wants. It takes a brave soul to recognize a need for change and to reach out for help. Your life can be so much more than the life you are living now. I look forward to working with you by helping you, help yourself!

I am licensed as a Professional Counselor (LPC) in South Carolina. I currently have over 40 years in the field. My mission is to help you achieve your optimal functioning and direction in life. I want you to realize your tremendous potential, and celebrate the wonderful possibilities your life holds. If you are going through a period of transition or loss, dealing with feelings of depression, anxiety, self-doubt, or relationship concerns, you have the opportunity for growth and fulfillment. It is not easy to ask for help, but taking this important step will give you the tools, information and resources to thrive. I will help you tap into your key strengths, and overcome obstacles. We will explore thoughts, feelings and behaviors that contribute to distress and dissatisfaction (mental, physical and emotional distress provide important clues). Positive change occurs by practicing new skills with awareness and encouragement. You will become your own best detective and advocate over time. You will also come to appreciate your unique contribution to others.

I have been a social worker for over 20 years and have worked with many people who are focusing on increasing their quality of life by focusing on healing those things which have been standing in their way. I have experience treating people of all ages coping with depression, anxiety, PTSD, marital issues, blended families, divorce, death, chronic pain and eating disorders. My special areas of expertise are chronic pain, grief and eating disorders including weight management. I was a Registered Dietitian for over 30 years, have a PhD in Nutrition with an emphasis in communication and have been an LCSW for over 20 years. I have completed the Certified Grief Counseling Specialist (CAGCS). I also have completed Level One of the Gottman Institute. I enjoy focusing on process/insight-oriented modalities and feel the excitement as my client achieves an “aha” moment in the therapeutic process. I am comfortable looking into family of origin topics as well as end of life issues. Because of my health background I am also comfortable dealing with medical issues and take a more holistic approach to clients. I do believe that alternative therapies including somatic therapy can be helpful in the therapeutic process. I have spent most of my career continually learning new techniques and theories to provide the best care of my clients. I have a tool box of helping techniques which are based on evidence based theories to include cognitive behavioral therapy, psychodynamic therapy, solution focused therapy, Socratic Questioning, and ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy). My education background includes a BS. In Foods and Nutrition ( which took 13 years to receive due to “life”), a Master’s degree in Health Education, a PhD in Nutrition and a Master’s in Social Work. I taught a Body Image and Eating Disorders class for over 15 years at the University of Utah. I also have training in gerontology and enjoy working with older adults who may be in transition and with families that are struggling with older adult issues. As a widow, I also was a single mother for over 5 years with 2 teenage sons and understand the complexity of singlehood and blended families. I look forward to working with you.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in South Carolina with 10 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with anger management & concentration, memory and focus (adhd). I have experience working with adults and teenagers in the clinical setting. I have worked with teenagers providing therapy services full time since 2013. 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.

My mission is to provide clients and organizations innovative interventions and therapeutic systems to guide them to optimum functioning. Services include an array of modalities and processes such as Psychotherapy, Psychoeducation, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Schema Therapy, and Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy. Some of the Clinical roles I have held are; Manager of Clinical Operations t All Points North Lodge, Clinical Program Manager at Rock Springs Help for Heroes, Clinical Program Manager at Highland Springs and Inpatient clinical therapist at Cleveland Clinic For more details of my professional services please visit https://www.ascendingroot.com/

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 South Carolina with 40 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, women’s issues, coping with grief and loss, & depression. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. I work to help my clients increase self awareness which is the first step towards change. My belief is that each individual has within him or her self the resources they need to live a more authentic and satisfying life. The work of therapy is to learn to access your deepest potential and to live your own truth. I am here to support & empower you in this journey.

I am licensed in South Carolina and North Carolina with 22 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, motivation, self-esteem, and confidence, & 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 am a Licensed independent social worker in clinical practice (LISW-CP), licensed in South Carolina. I am a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional- Level 2 (CCTP-II). Trained in multiple evidence-based interventions, such as Trauma Focus- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy ( TF- CBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy- (CPT), Prolonged Exposure- (PE), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and Eye Movement Desensitization Reconsolidation- ( EMDR). I have over 8 years of experience working with various populations. I have worked with youth, families, adults, couples, seniors, veterans, and military service members. I help clients with anxiety, depression, PTSD, behavioral challenges, couples counseling, self -esteem and managing life’s stressors. I work with my clients by providing a safe, non-judgmental space to allow sharing of thoughts, feelings, and experiences. I whole heartedly believe in helping each client better understand themselves by increasing personal awareness to gain insight into experiences and behaviors. I equip client’s with skills necessary empower them to overcome life challenges outside of therapy. Life has stressors, learning to manage those stressors is the key to improving overall well-being and having a more fulfilling life. I look forward to supporting you on your personal growth journey.