Therapists in 29925
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Are you looking to improve how you're feeling, work on your relationships, or have other therapy related goals? Is something going on in your life that you want help, support, or an outside perspective on? If so, our wonderful therapists and I are to help. Our amazing do-it-all office MVP, Renee, would be happy to answer any questions you may have and our therapists want to work with you towards those therapy and life goals you have.
Are you looking to improve how you're feeling, work on your relationships, or have other therapy related goals? Is something going on in your life that you want help, support, or an outside perspective on? If so, our wonderful therapists and I are to help. Our amazing do-it-all office MVP, Renee, would be happy to answer any questions you may have and our therapists want to work with you towards those therapy and life goals you have.
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Lynn B Strange
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hilton Head, SC 29925
My role as a therapist is to provide a safe space where we can develop a trusting and respectful relationship to navigate challenging times and facilitate healing. The decision to seek professional help can be difficult and I appreciate the courage it takes to reach out for support. You may be dealing with troublesome relationships, health issues, caretaking concerns, aging, depression, anxiety or loss of a loved one. I believe the potential for change is always present. My therapeutic process is collaborative and integrates a variety of approaches targeted to help you find relief and foster emotional healing.
My role as a therapist is to provide a safe space where we can develop a trusting and respectful relationship to navigate challenging times and facilitate healing. The decision to seek professional help can be difficult and I appreciate the courage it takes to reach out for support. You may be dealing with troublesome relationships, health issues, caretaking concerns, aging, depression, anxiety or loss of a loved one. I believe the potential for change is always present. My therapeutic process is collaborative and integrates a variety of approaches targeted to help you find relief and foster emotional healing.
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Renee Sutton
Licensed Professional Counselor, Counsel, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Hilton Head, SC 29925
Not accepting new clients
With an integrative counseling model, I help clients align mind, body, and spirit for healing, especially when doctors can't find causes for physical pain or traumatic experience. Together we find your unique healing path using a variety of approaches that relax, empower you in self-care, increase tolerance towards stress and change, which everyone encounters in this society. Clients have reported regaining their inner and higher loving guidance with more purposeful direction in life. Check for various support groups (cancer & healthcare professional), stress reduction & trauma recovery classes, and Mindfulness groups that are held.
With an integrative counseling model, I help clients align mind, body, and spirit for healing, especially when doctors can't find causes for physical pain or traumatic experience. Together we find your unique healing path using a variety of approaches that relax, empower you in self-care, increase tolerance towards stress and change, which everyone encounters in this society. Clients have reported regaining their inner and higher loving guidance with more purposeful direction in life. Check for various support groups (cancer & healthcare professional), stress reduction & trauma recovery classes, and Mindfulness groups that are held.
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Katy Hamilton
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Hilton Head Island, SC 29925
Waitlist for new clients
Hi there, I'm glad you're here! I'm Katy and I'm a licensed professional counselor. Thank you for considering me as your therapist. I'm here to help you navigate any challenges you may be facing and provide you with a safe and non-judgmental space to express yourself. I'm a firm believer that everyone has the ability to heal and grow, and I'm committed to helping you achieve your goals. Together, we can work towards developing coping skills, building resilience, and finding meaning and purpose in your life. I look forward to beginning this journey with you!
Hi there, I'm glad you're here! I'm Katy and I'm a licensed professional counselor. Thank you for considering me as your therapist. I'm here to help you navigate any challenges you may be facing and provide you with a safe and non-judgmental space to express yourself. I'm a firm believer that everyone has the ability to heal and grow, and I'm committed to helping you achieve your goals. Together, we can work towards developing coping skills, building resilience, and finding meaning and purpose in your life. I look forward to beginning this journey with you!
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Krista Hussey
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MS, LPCA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hilton Head Island, SC 29925
Choosing to seek counseling services can be intimidating, so if you are reading this, you have taken an important and brave step towards a better quality of life! It may be interesting to know that counseling is not just for those with severe or chronic mental health issues. Have you ever asked yourself, “Am I making a big deal out of nothing?” or maybe “I manage to get to work/school every day so I must be fine.” Have you avoided trying something because of low self-confidence or worry? Are you and your spouse retired and struggle with more “together time” or feeling unmoored without that daily work schedule? Counseling can help.
Choosing to seek counseling services can be intimidating, so if you are reading this, you have taken an important and brave step towards a better quality of life! It may be interesting to know that counseling is not just for those with severe or chronic mental health issues. Have you ever asked yourself, “Am I making a big deal out of nothing?” or maybe “I manage to get to work/school every day so I must be fine.” Have you avoided trying something because of low self-confidence or worry? Are you and your spouse retired and struggle with more “together time” or feeling unmoored without that daily work schedule? Counseling can help.
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From Surviving to Thriving, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LAC, MAC, CACI
Verified Verified
Hilton Head Island, SC 29925
Are you experiencing, pain, problems, or pressures in your life and want to become a better version of yourself? I am here to help.
Are you experiencing, pain, problems, or pressures in your life and want to become a better version of yourself? I am here to help.
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My practice is a welcoming, safe space open to folks of any gender, orientation, race, or religion. People who work with me say they feel deeply listened to and understood. My approach rests in a trustworthy relationship and focuses on nurturing healthful developmental and coping skills, as well as identifying and resolving problematic patterns. My primary effort is to help each client achieve his or her personal goals related to what brought them to therapy.
My practice is a welcoming, safe space open to folks of any gender, orientation, race, or religion. People who work with me say they feel deeply listened to and understood. My approach rests in a trustworthy relationship and focuses on nurturing healthful developmental and coping skills, as well as identifying and resolving problematic patterns. My primary effort is to help each client achieve his or her personal goals related to what brought them to therapy.
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Emily Hawkins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hilton Head Island, SC 29925
Today may be one of the “Bad Days,” maybe even the worst yet. Lately, bad days are becoming more frequent. Racing thoughts, worry, anxiety, sadness, and lack of motivation seem to be taking over everything. You’re doing your best, but doing day to day tasks becomes a battle that is becoming harder to win. You’re always tired. Your brain never stops. Loved ones are concerned and maybe complain, which makes you feel worse. You shut down and either put on a show or avoid the people, tasks, and events that are important. The negative voice in your head is getting louder and louder and it says horrible and scary things to and about you.
Today may be one of the “Bad Days,” maybe even the worst yet. Lately, bad days are becoming more frequent. Racing thoughts, worry, anxiety, sadness, and lack of motivation seem to be taking over everything. You’re doing your best, but doing day to day tasks becomes a battle that is becoming harder to win. You’re always tired. Your brain never stops. Loved ones are concerned and maybe complain, which makes you feel worse. You shut down and either put on a show or avoid the people, tasks, and events that are important. The negative voice in your head is getting louder and louder and it says horrible and scary things to and about you.
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Laura Nielsen
Mental Health Counselor, EMDR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hilton Head, SC 29925 (Online Only)
Welcome! I have over two decades of experience treating adults, couples, and adolescents. I take a holistic, integrative approach with clients, helping to change lives; manage stress and anxiety; be the best version of themselves while accepting themselves; heal from trauma, emotional pain, and grief; improve their relationships; and develop growth mindsets.
Welcome! I have over two decades of experience treating adults, couples, and adolescents. I take a holistic, integrative approach with clients, helping to change lives; manage stress and anxiety; be the best version of themselves while accepting themselves; heal from trauma, emotional pain, and grief; improve their relationships; and develop growth mindsets.
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Edna Garay-Lajara
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Hilton Head, SC 29925
Not accepting new clients
My desire as therapist is to facilitate healing, growth, and change within a safe environment. I serve a wide variety of the population including individuals, couples and families. My practice focuses on relationship distress amongst family members, women's issues, anxiety, stress, life transitions, couple's issues, remarriage, and blended family’s conflicts. In addition, I offer an integrated Christian counseling worldview with modern clinical therapeutic techniques for those who prefer this perspective.
My desire as therapist is to facilitate healing, growth, and change within a safe environment. I serve a wide variety of the population including individuals, couples and families. My practice focuses on relationship distress amongst family members, women's issues, anxiety, stress, life transitions, couple's issues, remarriage, and blended family’s conflicts. In addition, I offer an integrated Christian counseling worldview with modern clinical therapeutic techniques for those who prefer this perspective.
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Melissa Solomon-Craft
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LAC, NCC
Verified Verified
Hilton Head Island, SC 29925 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Are you struggling from events that happened in your past? Do you feel that you are living beneath your privilege and want to take control over your life? Let's work together! Counseling only yields positive results when we are honest with ourselves, open to self-reflection, and willing to put in the hard work to achieve identified goals. My job is to create a non-threatening, judgement free environment to assist you as you move towards your destiny. I have over 12 years in the mental health field and my passion is to assist clients on their quest for self actualization. I look forward to taking this journey with you.
Are you struggling from events that happened in your past? Do you feel that you are living beneath your privilege and want to take control over your life? Let's work together! Counseling only yields positive results when we are honest with ourselves, open to self-reflection, and willing to put in the hard work to achieve identified goals. My job is to create a non-threatening, judgement free environment to assist you as you move towards your destiny. I have over 12 years in the mental health field and my passion is to assist clients on their quest for self actualization. I look forward to taking this journey with you.
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Mike Pecosh
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hilton Head, SC 29925
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Kayla Murch
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MA, LPC-A
Verified Verified
Hilton Head Island, SC 29925
My name is Kayla, and I am in the business of giving people confidence, hope, and ultimately a happier life. I work to empower individuals and stand with them through the discomfort that is change. I have spent years working with survivors of all types of trauma, focusing on childhood concerns and challenging upbringings. I graduated with an advanced degree in clinical psychology from Centenary University, where I concentrated on CBT, TF-CBT, DBT and attachment theory. My clients have a variety of difficulties, ranging from severe bipolar disorder to mild depression and anxiety.
My name is Kayla, and I am in the business of giving people confidence, hope, and ultimately a happier life. I work to empower individuals and stand with them through the discomfort that is change. I have spent years working with survivors of all types of trauma, focusing on childhood concerns and challenging upbringings. I graduated with an advanced degree in clinical psychology from Centenary University, where I concentrated on CBT, TF-CBT, DBT and attachment theory. My clients have a variety of difficulties, ranging from severe bipolar disorder to mild depression and anxiety.
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Jillian Sorkin
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, AT
Verified Verified
Hilton Head Island, SC 29925 (Online Only)
Jillian specializes in working with adolescents, adults and couples who are struggling with anxiety, depression & a variety of other mental issues. She spent the last decade working in private practice and is also a trained art therapist specializing in running Art Therapy groups for adolescents and adults. Jillian has been working in private practice with Dr. Judy Rosenberg since 2015 and is trained in the Mind Map System which is based on Attachment Theory. Please visit our website for a more comprehensive explanation of how we work. Www.PsychologicalHealingCenter.Com
Jillian specializes in working with adolescents, adults and couples who are struggling with anxiety, depression & a variety of other mental issues. She spent the last decade working in private practice and is also a trained art therapist specializing in running Art Therapy groups for adolescents and adults. Jillian has been working in private practice with Dr. Judy Rosenberg since 2015 and is trained in the Mind Map System which is based on Attachment Theory. Please visit our website for a more comprehensive explanation of how we work. Www.PsychologicalHealingCenter.Com
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Julie Knecht Lindroth
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-CP
Verified Verified
Hilton Head, SC 29925 (Online Only)
Did you retire from a career that gave you a purpose, that you are now missing in your life? You are looking to start again, follow a new direction, but you don’t know where or how to start. You wish you could feel good about this new part of your life, but you're afraid you’ll make the wrong choices. Do you feel like you are expected to do everything for everyone else, and now it’s time to break free from that pattern? You want more of yourself, but you don’t want to lose your relationships. Have you felt as though you are stuck in the past? You want to do for yourself. You want to feel safe and free in your present.
Did you retire from a career that gave you a purpose, that you are now missing in your life? You are looking to start again, follow a new direction, but you don’t know where or how to start. You wish you could feel good about this new part of your life, but you're afraid you’ll make the wrong choices. Do you feel like you are expected to do everything for everyone else, and now it’s time to break free from that pattern? You want more of yourself, but you don’t want to lose your relationships. Have you felt as though you are stuck in the past? You want to do for yourself. You want to feel safe and free in your present.
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Orisbel Fernandez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LISW-CP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Hilton Head, SC 29925 (Online Only)
Struggling with setting boundaries with your family, friends and employer? Constantly engaging in self-doubt and freezing up instead of standing up for yourself? Has your anxiety become unmanageable and there is too much chatter in your head? Feeling loss or empty after a romantic breakup? Trouble processing grief/loss that is not publicly acknowledged? Facing unique parenting challenges associated with being a stepparent or foster parent, leaving you feeling unheard and invisible? Unsure of your next goal in life? Are you first generation American or working towards the process of acculturation?
Struggling with setting boundaries with your family, friends and employer? Constantly engaging in self-doubt and freezing up instead of standing up for yourself? Has your anxiety become unmanageable and there is too much chatter in your head? Feeling loss or empty after a romantic breakup? Trouble processing grief/loss that is not publicly acknowledged? Facing unique parenting challenges associated with being a stepparent or foster parent, leaving you feeling unheard and invisible? Unsure of your next goal in life? Are you first generation American or working towards the process of acculturation?
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Coastal Neurology
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-CP, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hilton Head, SC 29925
Living your life to the fullest is something that you have to choose to do daily. Getting off track is painful and can be costly to your well-being and intimate relationships. Getting back on track is something that takes a conscious effort and heavy lifting. Deciding to work towards your goals is a lifelong commitment. Taking the time to examine where you are in life is as critical as where you are going. Making that first step is paramount to your success!
Living your life to the fullest is something that you have to choose to do daily. Getting off track is painful and can be costly to your well-being and intimate relationships. Getting back on track is something that takes a conscious effort and heavy lifting. Deciding to work towards your goals is a lifelong commitment. Taking the time to examine where you are in life is as critical as where you are going. Making that first step is paramount to your success!
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Are you looking for a warm, dynamic counselor who invests in her clients to help produce positive, meaningful change? Are you struggling day to day? If so, I use an integration of evidence-based techniques that will help empower you so you can move in the direction that you want to move in to have a happier and healthier life.
Are you looking for a warm, dynamic counselor who invests in her clients to help produce positive, meaningful change? Are you struggling day to day? If so, I use an integration of evidence-based techniques that will help empower you so you can move in the direction that you want to move in to have a happier and healthier life.
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Bri McCarroll
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Hilton Head, SC 29925
In your relationship, maybe YOU feel TIRED from trying to make this relationship better; UNHEARD and misunderstood; ALONE and LONELY in this relationship & not appreciated by your partner. Your partner may call you ‘NEEDY’, ‘negative’ or a ‘complainer’. Your PARTNER may feel they are walking on EGGSHELls & may seem COLD, non-caring, or shut-down. They feel that talking just leads to CONFLlCTS & that what they do is never 'good enough'. As a couple, you feel STUCK, TIRED, & don't know how to CONNECT. :(. I GET lT and I can help. Couples get stuck in cycles and just don't know HOW to do things differently, even if they want to.
In your relationship, maybe YOU feel TIRED from trying to make this relationship better; UNHEARD and misunderstood; ALONE and LONELY in this relationship & not appreciated by your partner. Your partner may call you ‘NEEDY’, ‘negative’ or a ‘complainer’. Your PARTNER may feel they are walking on EGGSHELls & may seem COLD, non-caring, or shut-down. They feel that talking just leads to CONFLlCTS & that what they do is never 'good enough'. As a couple, you feel STUCK, TIRED, & don't know how to CONNECT. :(. I GET lT and I can help. Couples get stuck in cycles and just don't know HOW to do things differently, even if they want to.
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Layna B. Thompson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CTP
Verified Verified
Hilton Head, SC 29925 (Online Only)
I have experience with individuals at all ages and all walks of life. I have worked with children with special needs, adults with developmental disabilities, the LGBTQ+ community, those with substance use issues, and more. I have worked to ensure that I am a well-rounded therapist who can draw from my experiences across multiple settings.
I have experience with individuals at all ages and all walks of life. I have worked with children with special needs, adults with developmental disabilities, the LGBTQ+ community, those with substance use issues, and more. I have worked to ensure that I am a well-rounded therapist who can draw from my experiences across multiple settings.
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Number of Therapists in 29925
20+
Average cost per session
$130
Therapists in 29925 who prioritize treating:
100% | Anxiety |
91% | Relationship Issues |
87% | Self Esteem |
83% | Depression |
78% | Grief |
70% | Trauma and PTSD |
70% | Coping Skills |
Average years in practice
11 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
71% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
71% | Cigna and Evernorth |
64% | Aetna |
How Therapists in 29925 see their clients
70% | In Person and Online | |
30% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
83% | Female | |
17% | Male |
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.