Therapists in Bowling Green, SC
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Integrative Counseling Services, Inc.
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, CEAP
Verified Verified
Clover, SC 29710
Depression/anxiety, addiction/substance abuse, conflict in interpersonal relationships (including Collaborative Law Process), athletics/sports & other mental-health related issues are often signs of the destructive and dysfunctional ways individuals/families cope with life's stressors and anxieties. The goal is to devise a customized treatment plan that will weaken or eliminate the patterns, cycles, and habits that keep the individual/family from living a more successful, productive, and emotionally fulfilling life. Dr. Kevin Wickes has written numerous articles for professional journals, and has presented at national conferences.
Depression/anxiety, addiction/substance abuse, conflict in interpersonal relationships (including Collaborative Law Process), athletics/sports & other mental-health related issues are often signs of the destructive and dysfunctional ways individuals/families cope with life's stressors and anxieties. The goal is to devise a customized treatment plan that will weaken or eliminate the patterns, cycles, and habits that keep the individual/family from living a more successful, productive, and emotionally fulfilling life. Dr. Kevin Wickes has written numerous articles for professional journals, and has presented at national conferences.
![Photo of Emily Ortiz, MA, LCMHCA](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/e7310e6a-35fc-4e6f-a857-9ce5cadf7a3d/2/320x400.jpeg)
We often experience a various range of emotions in life. Anxiety gets the best of us, depression brings us down. Stress can take control. Relationships can be complicated. Many of us desire a safe space to process these daily stressors and hassles in life.
We often experience a various range of emotions in life. Anxiety gets the best of us, depression brings us down. Stress can take control. Relationships can be complicated. Many of us desire a safe space to process these daily stressors and hassles in life.
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Dania Alshafei
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, LCMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lake Wylie, SC 29710 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Looking for a counselor can be a stressful experience, so let me start by saying congratulations on taking the first step. I believe life is a series of transitions & adaptations to our environment, & sometimes we find it difficult to deal with those changes. I enjoy my work as a therapist and strive to help my clients reach their highest potential & to live a life that they value, free of the symptoms that come along with things like anxiety & depression. I aspire to create an environment that will allow my clients to gain greater clarity, acceptance, courage, hope, balance, & serenity.
Looking for a counselor can be a stressful experience, so let me start by saying congratulations on taking the first step. I believe life is a series of transitions & adaptations to our environment, & sometimes we find it difficult to deal with those changes. I enjoy my work as a therapist and strive to help my clients reach their highest potential & to live a life that they value, free of the symptoms that come along with things like anxiety & depression. I aspire to create an environment that will allow my clients to gain greater clarity, acceptance, courage, hope, balance, & serenity.
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Cypress Gardens Family Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Clover, SC 29710
I am a Licensed Marriage/Couples and Family Therapist. I work with individuals, couples, and families to help combat symptoms such as anxiety, depression, dysphoria, trauma & behavioral and mood disorders. I am a dedicated and passionate therapist who enjoys guiding, empowering, and educating my clients. I believe it is import to hold the feelings and trust the process of healing. I have a history serving minority populations ranging from race to gender and sexuality. My goal is to make your therapy space a welcoming and a safe environment. We are all on this journey of life and I would love to walk with you if you want me to.
I am a Licensed Marriage/Couples and Family Therapist. I work with individuals, couples, and families to help combat symptoms such as anxiety, depression, dysphoria, trauma & behavioral and mood disorders. I am a dedicated and passionate therapist who enjoys guiding, empowering, and educating my clients. I believe it is import to hold the feelings and trust the process of healing. I have a history serving minority populations ranging from race to gender and sexuality. My goal is to make your therapy space a welcoming and a safe environment. We are all on this journey of life and I would love to walk with you if you want me to.
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All Seasons Counseling Mediation Family Consulting
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC , LPCS-C, LCMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lake Wylie, SC 29710
Our office is accepting therapy & court cases! In office & virtual sessions are offered (SC & NC)! Family court mediation services (divorce, alimony, child support, custody, parenting agreements) probate court services are offered in SC. If your marriage, relationship, or overall life needs to be revitalized, we're here to help. Specialties- parenting coordination, mediation, court mandated therapy, supervised visitation/exchanges, psychological evaluations, CALOCUS, family counseling, marriage counseling, pre-marital counseling, individual counseling, ADHD diagnosis, relationship issues, workplace issues, & life adjustment issues.
Our office is accepting therapy & court cases! In office & virtual sessions are offered (SC & NC)! Family court mediation services (divorce, alimony, child support, custody, parenting agreements) probate court services are offered in SC. If your marriage, relationship, or overall life needs to be revitalized, we're here to help. Specialties- parenting coordination, mediation, court mandated therapy, supervised visitation/exchanges, psychological evaluations, CALOCUS, family counseling, marriage counseling, pre-marital counseling, individual counseling, ADHD diagnosis, relationship issues, workplace issues, & life adjustment issues.
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All Seasons Counseling Mediation Family Consulting
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LPCS-C, LCMHC, Mediatr
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lake Wylie, SC 29710
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS! In office & virtual visits now offered! Family court mediation services (divorce, alimony, child support, custody, parenting agreements) probate court services are offered in SC. If your marriage, relationship, or overall life needs to be revitalized, we're here to help. Specialties- psychological evaluations, CALOCUS, family/marriage counseling, pre-marital counseling, individual counseling, ADHD diagnosis, relationship issues, workplace issues, life adjustment issues, court mandated therapy, expert witness services, & supervised visitation/exchanges. We accept most insurances & self-pay clients.
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS! In office & virtual visits now offered! Family court mediation services (divorce, alimony, child support, custody, parenting agreements) probate court services are offered in SC. If your marriage, relationship, or overall life needs to be revitalized, we're here to help. Specialties- psychological evaluations, CALOCUS, family/marriage counseling, pre-marital counseling, individual counseling, ADHD diagnosis, relationship issues, workplace issues, life adjustment issues, court mandated therapy, expert witness services, & supervised visitation/exchanges. We accept most insurances & self-pay clients.
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Maria Morris
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, LPC-A
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lake Wylie, SC 29710
As a counselor, my focus is always on you – your unique experiences, struggles, and aspirations. I believe in creating a safe, supportive, and compassionate space where you can explore your innermost thoughts and feelings without judgment. I see my role as a guide, walking alongside you as you navigate life's challenges and uncover your true potential.
As a counselor, my focus is always on you – your unique experiences, struggles, and aspirations. I believe in creating a safe, supportive, and compassionate space where you can explore your innermost thoughts and feelings without judgment. I see my role as a guide, walking alongside you as you navigate life's challenges and uncover your true potential.
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Do you ever wonder why you think or do the things you do? We can help you understand yourself with our unique approach. Our focus is on the individual temperament as the basis for helping individuals or couples. We will help you define your strengths and weaknesses and develop a specific plan of growth to help you overcome an issue or achieve a goal. My wife and I are Pastoral Counselors and incorporate faith without being "preachy" in our approach. We are unique with our focus on marriage counseling in that we counsel as a couple. You get insight that few can offer you.
Do you ever wonder why you think or do the things you do? We can help you understand yourself with our unique approach. Our focus is on the individual temperament as the basis for helping individuals or couples. We will help you define your strengths and weaknesses and develop a specific plan of growth to help you overcome an issue or achieve a goal. My wife and I are Pastoral Counselors and incorporate faith without being "preachy" in our approach. We are unique with our focus on marriage counseling in that we counsel as a couple. You get insight that few can offer you.
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Wendy L. Johnston
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lake Wylie, SC 29710
Not accepting new clients
My specialties are anxiety, panic, depression, PTSD & trauma.
Are you struggling with anxiety and stress, depression, or past trauma or abuse? Do you need support to move forward and reclaim your life? If so, you're not alone. Because I've fought through my own issues in therapy, I understand that it takes courage to ask for help. As your therapist, it's my pledge to be non-judgmental, present, and authentic as I join with you, support you, and provide effective tools and strategies for change.
My specialties are anxiety, panic, depression, PTSD & trauma.
Are you struggling with anxiety and stress, depression, or past trauma or abuse? Do you need support to move forward and reclaim your life? If so, you're not alone. Because I've fought through my own issues in therapy, I understand that it takes courage to ask for help. As your therapist, it's my pledge to be non-judgmental, present, and authentic as I join with you, support you, and provide effective tools and strategies for change.
Online Therapists
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My approach to therapy is grounded in honesty, mutual respect, openness, and connection. I specialize in areas of religious abuse, sexual trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, LGBTQ+, adjustment issues, and overall life stresses. My goal is to allow my clients space for healing, processing, and growth through both EMDR and individual talk therapy. I love helping my clients realize they have more power and control in their lives than they know, take ownership, and gain the tools they need to begin making changes.
My approach to therapy is grounded in honesty, mutual respect, openness, and connection. I specialize in areas of religious abuse, sexual trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, LGBTQ+, adjustment issues, and overall life stresses. My goal is to allow my clients space for healing, processing, and growth through both EMDR and individual talk therapy. I love helping my clients realize they have more power and control in their lives than they know, take ownership, and gain the tools they need to begin making changes.
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Elizabeth Chatman is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with years of experience, who is passionate about her work in the mental health field. Elizabeth has experience working with children, teens, and adults, as well as integrating family therapy when it is appropriate. Elizabeth takes pleasure in being able to assist you with meeting the goals you have for yourself, while teaching you the tools needed to live a happy and fulfilling life. She can help you tackle stress, anxiety, family issues, depression, and much more.
Elizabeth Chatman is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with years of experience, who is passionate about her work in the mental health field. Elizabeth has experience working with children, teens, and adults, as well as integrating family therapy when it is appropriate. Elizabeth takes pleasure in being able to assist you with meeting the goals you have for yourself, while teaching you the tools needed to live a happy and fulfilling life. She can help you tackle stress, anxiety, family issues, depression, and much more.
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My specialty is Trauma, PTSD, Depression, and Anxiety.
When looking for a therapist, you want someone you connect with, someone with whom you believe you can be vulnerable, and someone to help you meet your therapy goals. I invite you to explore and identify these characteristics of the person you want on this journey with you. I would be overjoyed if you allowed me to walk alongside you on your new journey to new patterns and healthy behaviors.
My specialty is Trauma, PTSD, Depression, and Anxiety.
When looking for a therapist, you want someone you connect with, someone with whom you believe you can be vulnerable, and someone to help you meet your therapy goals. I invite you to explore and identify these characteristics of the person you want on this journey with you. I would be overjoyed if you allowed me to walk alongside you on your new journey to new patterns and healthy behaviors.
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Diamond Turner
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Fort Mill, SC 29707 (Online Only)
My training and education makes me a good fit for individuals, families, and couples experiencing depression, anxiety, self-esteem, family conflict, trauma, grief, life stressors and parenting. Many of my clients tend to be women aged 29 to 55 seeking change in their lives - however, I also enjoy working with men, particularly if they have never done therapy before.
My training and education makes me a good fit for individuals, families, and couples experiencing depression, anxiety, self-esteem, family conflict, trauma, grief, life stressors and parenting. Many of my clients tend to be women aged 29 to 55 seeking change in their lives - however, I also enjoy working with men, particularly if they have never done therapy before.
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I am a Licensed Independent Social Worker in the state of South Carolina. I completed a Master of Social Work Degree from the University of Georgia in 1979 and was licensed in 1989. I have both administrative and clinical experience in the mental health field. I have been in private practice since 1988, providing counseling services to patients of all ages. For the last ten years I am now focusing on adults and seniors. I focus on those who are trying to resolve issues related to depression, anxiety, grief, abuse, self awareness and acceptance, sexual orientation, and parenting.
I am a Licensed Independent Social Worker in the state of South Carolina. I completed a Master of Social Work Degree from the University of Georgia in 1979 and was licensed in 1989. I have both administrative and clinical experience in the mental health field. I have been in private practice since 1988, providing counseling services to patients of all ages. For the last ten years I am now focusing on adults and seniors. I focus on those who are trying to resolve issues related to depression, anxiety, grief, abuse, self awareness and acceptance, sexual orientation, and parenting.
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Nikki Lowery
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LPCS, CCTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbia, SC 29204
Looking for two LPC-A's that need supervision. At some point in life, you may be faced with emotional challenges. It may feel impossible to figure out how to get your life back in order. No matter what your issues may be, you have found someone to help you get back on track. With my clients I provide a safe, nonjudgmental environment, which allows them to freely express their emotions. My passion is working with individuals that experience anxiety, depression and trauma.
Looking for two LPC-A's that need supervision. At some point in life, you may be faced with emotional challenges. It may feel impossible to figure out how to get your life back in order. No matter what your issues may be, you have found someone to help you get back on track. With my clients I provide a safe, nonjudgmental environment, which allows them to freely express their emotions. My passion is working with individuals that experience anxiety, depression and trauma.
![Photo of Caitlin Scarcella, MEd, LCMHC](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/0179a2c2-b339-4fff-aa92-e6c1e0894768/1/320x400.jpeg)
My goal with my clients is to help them gain control of their life again. Stress may never be completely eliminated but you are capable of being in the driver seat and I would love to show you how. I have experience working with a variety of communities such as those with severe mental illness, victims of sexual assault among other populations. I presently enjoy guiding children, adolescents and adults to a healthy pattern of thinking and behavior in order to manage anxiety, depression, OCD, self-esteem, trauma, relational/boundary concerns and other mental health diagnoses.
My goal with my clients is to help them gain control of their life again. Stress may never be completely eliminated but you are capable of being in the driver seat and I would love to show you how. I have experience working with a variety of communities such as those with severe mental illness, victims of sexual assault among other populations. I presently enjoy guiding children, adolescents and adults to a healthy pattern of thinking and behavior in order to manage anxiety, depression, OCD, self-esteem, trauma, relational/boundary concerns and other mental health diagnoses.
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Anastesia Green New Beginnings Palmetto
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Greenville, SC 29607
I utilize different techniques to empower and assist in creating solutions, while identifying ways manage daily stressors, manage anxiety, and mange depression.
Now accepting new clients! We all have different walks in this journey of life. No matter where you are in your journey, we all want to reach our end goals. Many times different experiences and stressors can make our goals feel unattainable. My goals are to assist you in meeting those goals learning ways to manage anxiety, depression, and self doubt, while empowering you and supporting you through your journey.
I utilize different techniques to empower and assist in creating solutions, while identifying ways manage daily stressors, manage anxiety, and mange depression.
Now accepting new clients! We all have different walks in this journey of life. No matter where you are in your journey, we all want to reach our end goals. Many times different experiences and stressors can make our goals feel unattainable. My goals are to assist you in meeting those goals learning ways to manage anxiety, depression, and self doubt, while empowering you and supporting you through your journey.
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Rev. George M. Rossi
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, LPC/A, MA, MDiv
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbia, SC 29212 (Online Only)
You may be experiencing strong grief, depressed feelings, anxious feelings, and lack of motivation and I can help you identify solutions that will help you move forward. You will be empowered to know yourself in a greater way so that you manage anxiety, depression, family relationship issues, and work conflicts. I can assist persons going through divorce, separation, job changes, grief, pet loss, trauma, blended family issues, and chronic/acute illness.
You may be experiencing strong grief, depressed feelings, anxious feelings, and lack of motivation and I can help you identify solutions that will help you move forward. You will be empowered to know yourself in a greater way so that you manage anxiety, depression, family relationship issues, and work conflicts. I can assist persons going through divorce, separation, job changes, grief, pet loss, trauma, blended family issues, and chronic/acute illness.
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Solutions for Life Inc.
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LISW-CP, QMHP
Verified Verified
Rock Hill, SC 29730
I work with individuals, groups, and/or families who have experienced everything from child abuse, domestic violence, low self-esteem, bereavement, anxiety, parenting issues, and depression just to mention a few.
I would like to thank you for reading my profile! I honor your courage to seek help. Allow me to assist you on your journey of healing and awakening to your Universal Truth. I will assist you by helping you learn to tap into the power within that has always existed! You will discover your true-self and be able to begin creating the life of your dreams. I am both a Spiritual Empowerment (Life) Coach and a Licensed Therapist and can meet either need. Contact me and allow me to help you discover the solutions for your life one session at a time!
I work with individuals, groups, and/or families who have experienced everything from child abuse, domestic violence, low self-esteem, bereavement, anxiety, parenting issues, and depression just to mention a few.
I would like to thank you for reading my profile! I honor your courage to seek help. Allow me to assist you on your journey of healing and awakening to your Universal Truth. I will assist you by helping you learn to tap into the power within that has always existed! You will discover your true-self and be able to begin creating the life of your dreams. I am both a Spiritual Empowerment (Life) Coach and a Licensed Therapist and can meet either need. Contact me and allow me to help you discover the solutions for your life one session at a time!
![Photo of Darius Poitier, LCSW, LISW-CP, MBA, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/eabdd455-061a-4b5f-badf-7596e78561a6/2/320x400.jpeg)
Darius Poitier
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LISW-CP, MBA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbia, SC 29210
Are you having difficulty navigating your life currently? Are you experiencing anxiety and/or depression? Are you struggling to figure out the next steps in your life? Are you unhappy in your current relationship? Are struggling with the "new" normal? Are you asking yourself, why is this happening to me? Do you ask yourself "Now what" ? Having self-esteem issues? Are you struggling with anger management? If you answer yes to any of these questions I am the therapist for you. I am an experienced therapist who has assisted many clients in overcoming mental, emotional, and relational distress.
Are you having difficulty navigating your life currently? Are you experiencing anxiety and/or depression? Are you struggling to figure out the next steps in your life? Are you unhappy in your current relationship? Are struggling with the "new" normal? Are you asking yourself, why is this happening to me? Do you ask yourself "Now what" ? Having self-esteem issues? Are you struggling with anger management? If you answer yes to any of these questions I am the therapist for you. I am an experienced therapist who has assisted many clients in overcoming mental, emotional, and relational distress.
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Depression Therapists
What is the goal of therapy for depression?
Therapy for depression has several major goals. One is to relieve the mental pain of depression, which distorts feeling and thinking so that sufferers cannot see beyond their current state of mind or envision feeling better. Another is to give people the mental tools to recognize and correct the kinds of distorted thinking that turn a problem into a catastrophe and lead to despair. Therapy also teaches people how to process negative emotions in constructive ways, so they have more control over their own emotional reactivity. And it helps people regain the ability to see themselves positively, the motivation to do things, and the capacity for pleasure.
What happens in therapy for depression?
Perhaps most important, no matter the type of therapy, patients form an alliance with the therapist; that connection is therapeutic in itself, plus it becomes an instrument of change. Patients learn to identify and to challenge their own erroneous beliefs and thoughts that amplify the effects of negative experiences. They learn to identify situations in which they are especially vulnerable. And they learn new patterns of thinking and behaving. They may be given “homework” assignments in which they practice their developing skills. In addition, good therapists regularly monitor patients to assess whether and how much the condition is improving.
What therapy types help with depression?
Several types of short-term therapy have been found effective, each targeting one or more areas of dysfunction. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) helps clients challenge their negative thoughts and beliefs, learn new behavioral strategies, and curb reactivity to distressing situations. Behavioral activation (BA) is a form of therapy often used in conjunction with CBT; it focuses on engagement in rewarding activity as a pathway to changing negative feelings and disturbed mood. Another widely used approach is interpersonal therapy (IPT), which targets the social difficulties that both give rise to and get exacerbated by depression. Therapists may combine approaches as needed.
Can therapy for depression be done online?
Studies have found that online therapy can be highly effective for treating depression, although it may be more challenging to build a good therapist-patient alliance on screen than in person—at least at first. However, online therapy can offer considerable advantages. Accessibility and convenience are tops among them. Some people actually find it easier to talk about problems online than in person. While online therapy typically limits visibility of facial expression and body gestures that give important nonverbal cues to a patient’s state of mind, it can give therapists a glimpse into a patient’s world and life, providing information that can be highly useful in guiding therapy.
How effective is therapy for depression?
Many studies show that therapy is highly effective provided that patients complete the prescribed course of therapy, commonly 16 to 20 sessions. Over the long term, it is more effective than medication and the effects are more enduring. As a result, psychotherapy has the power not just to relieve current suffering but to prevent future episodes of the disorder. Therapy reverses the dysfunction in neural circuitry that disposes individuals to a negative view of themselves, the world, and their future and they acquire coping techniques, problem-solving skills, and understanding of their own vulnerabilities that are useful over the course of a lifetime.