Therapists in Anderson, SC

Has life got you feeling overwhelmed? Do you feel stressed and don't know what to do? I help client become the masters of their own lives again. I work with clients who are experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, and self harming behaviors. I also work with clients who are adjusting to new circumstances in their lives, having difficulty managing stress, or trouble navigating relationships and interpersonal conflict. I help clients work to build skills to regulate their emotions and thoughts effectively to become their own therapists.

Therapy can fit your life! Tele health therapy allows you to enter the therapeutic process from the comfort of your home. It's no secret that life can be difficult but life can be especially difficult when done alone. When uncertain times come we often find ourselves in need of help to navigate the situations that have mentally, emotionally and physically depleted our lives. I strive to meet clients where they are, while working to ensure that they don’t stay there.

Welcome to The Family Doctor - my two specialties are Marriage/Family Therapy & Addictions Therapy. If you are struggling with depression, anxiety, couple conflicts or an addiction please give us a call. We can find you a solution for your struggle. We also offer educational seminars such as Parenting-Discipline and Boundaries, Addiction in the Workplace, Couples Communication, or Understanding our Family of Origin. We work with individuals, couples or families.

Amanda Hanley serves as a Licensed Professional Counselor in the Anderson-Greenville area. She is licensed as a Professional Counselor in South Carolina. Amanda holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Christian Theology from Anderson University, as well as a Master of Arts degree in Professional Counseling from Liberty University. Through her experience gained in residential, partial hospitalization, and outpatient treatment settings, she has developed a passion and desire to come alongside her clients to equip them with the tools and skills needed to help them through this season and prepare them for the next season of their life.

Dr. Lockard was awarded her Doctor of Psychology (Psy.D.) degree from the Adler School of Professional Psychology in Chicago, Illinois. She completed her internship at the Kentucky Department of Corrections where she focused on the treatment of male and female sex offender treatment. Her experience includes years of forensic and clinical treatment and evaluation in out-patient, in-patient, and correctional settings. Such experiences include: Community Mental Health Clinics, Autism Clinics, County and Psychiatric Hospitals, and state behavioral and social services agencies. Her areas of expertise (all bilingual) include: clinical, criminal forensic, psychosexual, and neuropsychological assessment and treatment.

Heritage Institute is a 501 (c) 3 non-profit teaching clinic. We serve individuals, couples, and families who are overwhelmed and need someone to come along side of them. We have therapists at every stage in the process of licensure. We believe it is a privilege to serve our clients, improving families and the communities we live in.

Life can be demanding and even overwhelming. There are times when we experience life-dominating circumstances and we don't know where to turn. For those times in life, I am here to help you manage them with the highest level of care and concern for your situation. If you are not sure where to go or how to get started, let me help. We will walk your journey together as we focus on your desired outcome.

As a psychologist, I help clients address barriers to wellness and realize their potential by promoting insight and healthy coping in an emotionally safe context. My goal is to elicit your feedback about your experience and to tailor treatment to your needs. Regardless of the source of the problem or the various ways it can be addressed, I believe that the therapeutic relationship serves as the foundation for effective counseling and treatment.

The desire for hope in the midst of challenging circumstances is a theme for many seeking counseling. I consider it a privilege to be a part of your journey in the counseling process. We all need hope as we deal with the difficulties of life. You do not have to face the struggles of life alone. I see counseling as a process of working through thoughts, difficulties, and emotions together in order to grow, become stronger, and more confident in dealing with life.