Therapists in Waterloo, SC

I am a licensed mental health counselor in the state of South Carolina. I have 4 years experience working as a counselor and I have focused on aiding individuals of various cultures, religious beliefs, age groups, LGBT and socio-economic backgrounds. I have experience in stress and anger management, management of PTSD and anxiety issues, sexuality, sexual trauma, abuse and natural and man-made traumatic experiences. I have also aided individuals that have suffered from mood disorder and major depression disorder. My counseling approach is a combination of cognitive-behavioral therapy and motivational interviewing. I tend to tailor our treatment and sessions towards the specified needs and goals of the client. My counseling style is very warm, client-oriented and interactive. I work in a manner that is respectful, patient, non-judgmental, sensitive and re-affirming. I tend to seek to empower the client by recognizing his/her strengths and addressing their own copings skills and self-care management. I accept that everyone has their own story and I seek to provide an environment of encouragement and healing so that each person can find their own path to success and inner peace. When it comes to our mental and emotional health, it is often very difficult to acknowledge that we might need more help that we had previously believed. During this particular journey, work and honesty with one's self is essential but very difficult. As a counselor, I am here to support and guide you as a you seek to begin to live your best life. Let's get started.

Hi ! I am Mary (Liz) Keller and elated that you have come to our site. I am an LPC with national licenses issued by the states of South Carolina and Georgia. I have a Bachelor of Science Degree in Psychology and Human Services from Clayton State University and a Master of Art Degree in Professional Counseling from Liberty University. I have practiced twelve plus years, and varied counseling experiences. My professional scope is inclusive of private practice, community, churches, courts, death row, detention centers, and schools (e.g... public, private, charter). Although a former educator and conference speaker, as a psychotherapist/change agent, I have been most effective and believe my life purpose is to help individuals through difficult periods by re-establishing life possibilities, realizing destiny, and improving well-being and overall life satisfaction. While my overall style and approach is Integrative/Holistic, to address the needs of the whole person—mind, body and spirit, I utilize various modalities and techniques (e.g., , Cognitive Behavioral, Solution Focused, Grief, Family Systems, Person-Centered, Gottman Couples and Interpersonal Therapies, Motivational Interviewing, Spiritual Counseling, Life Coaching, Behavioral Modification, etc.). Specialty Areas : Couples (Pre-marital & Marriage) Family Dynamics Divorcees/Singles Life Changes Grief (i.e. death, divorce, employment, betrayal, other losses) Anger Management Women Issues Adolescent Behaviors Court-ordered Attendees

Hello, my name is Frankie McKelvin. I am licensed as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) from SC Board for Labor Licensing Regulations (SCLLR), License #7124. I am a member of the American Counseling Association (ACA). My clients vary from different cultural and diverse backgrounds. The clients with whom I work are psychologically and emotionally healthy and are seeking counseling for challenges arising from difficult life events. Some clients are facing more difficulties than others. However, I do not take on clients whom I cannot help using the techniques and knowledge I have available to me, or in areas that I am not trained in. I work with all individuals in life stages from adolescence through late senior years, regardless of race, religion, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or disability. Also, I do consider my specialty to be working with family and couples, LGBTQ populations, and their individual and family issues. In order for a client to be successful, the counseling experience includes active involvement in the process, as well as my own. Collaboratively, we will work to resolve your concerns and, hopefully, to improve the quality of your emotional life. You will be asked to apply yourself during and between sessions on a weekly basis. There may be homework assignments, including journaling, thinking about certain topics related to your situation, or completing other appropriate projects. All of these tasks are geared towards helping you to achieve the goals that we have identified for you in counseling. I take an educational approach to helping clients with their concerns and my counseling is based on these philosophies: Adlerian Therapy, Gestalt Therapy, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy.

Finding a therapist and treatment approach that fits your needs is very important. I have primarily worked with young adults experiencing life changes and adjustment to adulthood, individuals with chronic mental illness, and families. I primarily specialize in working with individuals who experience depression, trauma and anxiety that are hoping to find an outlet of support. During each session, I strive to bring positive energy to focus on changing those negative thoughts that may control how you function day to day. I also value your time and believe that you should not feel alone during your time in therapy.

I am a professional counselor licensed in South Carolina with over 12 years of experience working as a counselor. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, Post-traumatic stress, and other life concerns. I also helped many people who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse. My therapy style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating anyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don't believe in stigmatizing labels. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, dialectical behavioral, and trauma-focused therapy. I will tailor our dialogue and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Seeing a counselor is an act of courage, and I will be here to walk with you through whatever you need to work on. I look forward to working with you!

I am licensed in South Carolina with 50 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, & trauma and abuse. 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 name is Celita Hastie and I am excited to work with you on this therapy journey. I am licensed in South Carolina with 18 years of professional work experience as a clinical social worker. Most of my career I have worked with teenagers through adults in individual and small group settings. I have experience in helping clients with the challenges of daily life with a focus on managing stress and anxiety, working through trauma and relationship difficulties, and improving self esteem and confidence. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. I am generally a laid back person, but I do like to have focused sessions where we are working together on goals. I have training in Motivational Interviewing and Solutions-Focused Therapy, so I tend to be task oriented and focus on an action plan. However, I also know that sometimes sessions may just be a useful way to vent and let out emotions that are being bottled inside! I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to explore how our life experiences, our feelings, and our behaviors are connected and how we can change our thought patterns to take control over other aspects of our lives. I understand that getting help takes courage and requires vulnerability and can be challenging. I will meet you where you are and help you find a better path forward.

I am licensed in North Carolina and South Carolina with 4 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with grief and loss, 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 licensed in both North Carolina, South Carolina, and New York with 12 years of professional work experience. I have worked in a variety of settings such as school settings with children and adolescents, substance abuse facilities, outpatient facilities, inpatient/hospital behavioral health units, crisis call centers, and private practice settings. I have experience in helping clients with depression, stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, trauma and abuse, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence, as well as a variety of other life stressors. 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 sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started! During our first couple of sessions, I like to build a strong foundation with my clients and really get a sense of who they are and what they hope to accomplish. From there, we can work together on setting and achieving goals, processing difficult emotions together, and coming up with coping skills to utilize. I hope to talk to you soon!

Hello, my name is Craig, and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Licensed Professional Counselor currently living in South Carolina with 19 years of counseling experience. I have a bachelor's in psychology and a master's degree in Mental Health Counseling. I believe effective counseling is a collaborative relationship. I tailor the counseling experience to each individual by integrating a variety of evidenced-based counseling theories such as Cognitive Behavioral, Solution-Focused, Client Centered, Strength-Based, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. In my professional experience I’ve enjoyed working with clients in various counseling settings including an adolescent residential program, adult and adolescent inpatient psychiatric hospitals, and outpatient. I believe that everyone's life has value, and I have definitely found my own meaning working in this field, where I have been fortunate to be able to help many people improve their lives and their approaches to difficult times. I do not believe there is a personal problem too small, or too large, to benefit from some good solid counseling. I look forward to working with you and seeing things improve in your life!