Marriage Counseling Therapists in Charleston, SC
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My goal as a therapist is to assist clients in finding their own path to improve overall health and quality of life through a greater understanding of self, relationships and happiness. I have experience with trauma, anxiety, depression, loss/grief, life changes and personality disorders, such as borderline personality disorder. I strive to help my clients overcome areas of difficulty by working together as a team in the comfort of a private practice setting utilizing evidence-based psychotherapeutic interventions as well as holistic styles of treatment for individuals, couples and families. I am dedicated to bringing health and healing to each of my clients.
My goal as a therapist is to assist clients in finding their own path to improve overall health and quality of life through a greater understanding of self, relationships and happiness. I have experience with trauma, anxiety, depression, loss/grief, life changes and personality disorders, such as borderline personality disorder. I strive to help my clients overcome areas of difficulty by working together as a team in the comfort of a private practice setting utilizing evidence-based psychotherapeutic interventions as well as holistic styles of treatment for individuals, couples and families. I am dedicated to bringing health and healing to each of my clients.
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Hillary offers a calming, confidential environment built on trust and personalized solutions. She uses hypnosis to help her clients unlock the inner power of their minds to accomplish amazing things - transform emotions, overcome blocks, learn new things, manage pain, and improve wellbeing. Hillary's training enables her to help her clients cope with today's ever-changing, high-pressure world... from transforming anxious feelings, coping with sadness, developing greater self-confidence, to succeed in business, kicking habits and weight loss, to improved personal relationships, and enhanced performance in sports.
Hillary offers a calming, confidential environment built on trust and personalized solutions. She uses hypnosis to help her clients unlock the inner power of their minds to accomplish amazing things - transform emotions, overcome blocks, learn new things, manage pain, and improve wellbeing. Hillary's training enables her to help her clients cope with today's ever-changing, high-pressure world... from transforming anxious feelings, coping with sadness, developing greater self-confidence, to succeed in business, kicking habits and weight loss, to improved personal relationships, and enhanced performance in sports.
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Angela Kearns
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MA, LPCA
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Charleston, SC 29407
Accepting New Clients! Are you struggling to cope with day-to-day stressors, worried about the future, or feeling stuck? If you are overwhelmed, anxious, and depressed, you are not alone. Whether you're struggling with a current personal issue, feeling affected by your past, or are concerned about the state of the world, I'm here to provide support and guidance. My counseling style is evidence-based, holistic, and non-judgemental. I specialize in working with adults experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, life transitions, and other mental health matters.
Accepting New Clients! Are you struggling to cope with day-to-day stressors, worried about the future, or feeling stuck? If you are overwhelmed, anxious, and depressed, you are not alone. Whether you're struggling with a current personal issue, feeling affected by your past, or are concerned about the state of the world, I'm here to provide support and guidance. My counseling style is evidence-based, holistic, and non-judgemental. I specialize in working with adults experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, life transitions, and other mental health matters.
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Michelle Leach
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MEd, MS, LPCA
Verified Verified
Charleston, SC 29403
I am so glad you're here! My name is Michelle and I specialize in Sex Therapy. Pretty wild, I know. While I understand that not everyone has sexual concerns and questions, our mental health can be greatly affected by sex and sexuality; whether you're having it or not. I believe sex is a big part of the human experience and we need safe, positive and affirming professionals to talk to about it. I like to take a collaborative approach to therapy to help you identify what your goals are to achieving sexual wellness. I am trained first and foremost as a mental health professional but for those needing help with sexual issues, I am here.
I am so glad you're here! My name is Michelle and I specialize in Sex Therapy. Pretty wild, I know. While I understand that not everyone has sexual concerns and questions, our mental health can be greatly affected by sex and sexuality; whether you're having it or not. I believe sex is a big part of the human experience and we need safe, positive and affirming professionals to talk to about it. I like to take a collaborative approach to therapy to help you identify what your goals are to achieving sexual wellness. I am trained first and foremost as a mental health professional but for those needing help with sexual issues, I am here.
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Jordan Martin
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
Charleston, SC 29412 (Online Only)
Today’s times are exceptionally trying, and can exacerbate a variety of underlying clinical concerns. Like many presenting concerns within the broader realm of mental health; eating disorders, anxiety, trauma, transitional/relational distress, and depression tend to thrive in isolation. I have over six years of experience, as I welcome individuals and couples. I believe the therapeutic process to be collaborative and am inspired by community and human resilience. The belief that support and progress can be achieved via authentic connection; feeling understood within the broader context of the illness you may be silently battling.
Today’s times are exceptionally trying, and can exacerbate a variety of underlying clinical concerns. Like many presenting concerns within the broader realm of mental health; eating disorders, anxiety, trauma, transitional/relational distress, and depression tend to thrive in isolation. I have over six years of experience, as I welcome individuals and couples. I believe the therapeutic process to be collaborative and am inspired by community and human resilience. The belief that support and progress can be achieved via authentic connection; feeling understood within the broader context of the illness you may be silently battling.
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Tracy Wright
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Charleston, SC 29407
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS! I work with older children, adolescents and adults on a variety of issues. In addition to counseling experience, I have several years of experience teaching middle and high school. I use a client-centered approach drawing from different theoretical orientations in order to create a unique plan for each client. My goal is to help clients realize their potential, manage stress and difficult emotions, and interact effectively with others.
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS! I work with older children, adolescents and adults on a variety of issues. In addition to counseling experience, I have several years of experience teaching middle and high school. I use a client-centered approach drawing from different theoretical orientations in order to create a unique plan for each client. My goal is to help clients realize their potential, manage stress and difficult emotions, and interact effectively with others.
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Dr Monty Knight Counseling
Pastoral Counselor, DMin, LPCS, LMFTS
Verified Verified
Charleston, SC 29407
I've been a mental health professional and graduate school counseling professor for 30+ years, an AAPC Fellow and AAMFT Approved Supervisor.I'm licensed to supervise LPC and LMFT Interns. I was previously director of a community mental health clinic, maintained a private counseling practice with a group of family physicians and most recently have pastored a church. I have specialized training and experience in relationship therapy and in working with men, including those with character disorders. My newly published book, "Balanced Living: Don't Let Your Strength Become Your Weakness," is available online from the publisher at www.wipfandstock.com
I've been a mental health professional and graduate school counseling professor for 30+ years, an AAPC Fellow and AAMFT Approved Supervisor.I'm licensed to supervise LPC and LMFT Interns. I was previously director of a community mental health clinic, maintained a private counseling practice with a group of family physicians and most recently have pastored a church. I have specialized training and experience in relationship therapy and in working with men, including those with character disorders. My newly published book, "Balanced Living: Don't Let Your Strength Become Your Weakness," is available online from the publisher at www.wipfandstock.com
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John S Hyatt
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Charleston, SC 29414 (Online Only)
Are you seeking to strengthen your relationships, navigate life transitions, or explore your individual identity? I'm here to guide you on your journey. With over 20 years of experience, I offer individual and couples counseling in a safe and supportive space, via convenient, HIPPA-compliant telehealth. I'm passionate about working with diverse individuals and couples of all backgrounds, including same-gender couples, heterosexual couples, mixed orientation couples, and individuals of any gender identity or sexual orientation.
Are you seeking to strengthen your relationships, navigate life transitions, or explore your individual identity? I'm here to guide you on your journey. With over 20 years of experience, I offer individual and couples counseling in a safe and supportive space, via convenient, HIPPA-compliant telehealth. I'm passionate about working with diverse individuals and couples of all backgrounds, including same-gender couples, heterosexual couples, mixed orientation couples, and individuals of any gender identity or sexual orientation.
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Alexandra Blessing
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, LPC-A, MA, NCC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Charleston, SC 29407
Your child is struggling. You want to be able to fix it, but after months, you are at your wit's end. The embarrassing tantrums are out of hand. Maybe you’ve gotten calls from their school. It's clear to you that they are acting out because they are anxious, have trouble with social connections, or aren't getting enough sleep. You’ve tried countless things and different approaches but still see no progress. No book or podcast can tell you how to coach them through their troubles. Watching your child struggle breaks your heart because you don’t know how to provide them with relief. You feel hopeless.
Your child is struggling. You want to be able to fix it, but after months, you are at your wit's end. The embarrassing tantrums are out of hand. Maybe you’ve gotten calls from their school. It's clear to you that they are acting out because they are anxious, have trouble with social connections, or aren't getting enough sleep. You’ve tried countless things and different approaches but still see no progress. No book or podcast can tell you how to coach them through their troubles. Watching your child struggle breaks your heart because you don’t know how to provide them with relief. You feel hopeless.
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Meredith Little
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Charleston, SC 29407
You have been disconnected from yourself, others, your body for too long. Trying to find your way back home has felt impossible. Your needs and identity are a long-away dream and anger and resentment seem your constant companions. You used to dance in the kitchen and now stand with gritted teeth washing dishes and packing lunches, life feels dull and marked with monotony. Visions of lovely lunches feel a million year ago as you eat your kids PB&J crust...again. How will you find yourself again when there is no time for self care and the mental load is overwhelming?
You have been disconnected from yourself, others, your body for too long. Trying to find your way back home has felt impossible. Your needs and identity are a long-away dream and anger and resentment seem your constant companions. You used to dance in the kitchen and now stand with gritted teeth washing dishes and packing lunches, life feels dull and marked with monotony. Visions of lovely lunches feel a million year ago as you eat your kids PB&J crust...again. How will you find yourself again when there is no time for self care and the mental load is overwhelming?
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Merrick Steffes
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MA, LPCA, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Charleston, SC 29407
I work collaboratively with couples through Emotionally-Focused therapy and utilize prepare/enrich for pre marital.
You thought the relationship between you and your partner would be a place that was sacred and full of love. Instead, it’s become a source of pain. You’re afraid of being completely vulnerable with your partner because the sense of safety you once felt is no longer there. You imagined your lives would be harmonious and vibrant, but the relationship has grown heavy. You’re lifting it alone. You wish your partner could see how much you need them. After all, Sue Johnson said, “To be human is to need others, and this is no flaw or weakness.”
I work collaboratively with couples through Emotionally-Focused therapy and utilize prepare/enrich for pre marital.
You thought the relationship between you and your partner would be a place that was sacred and full of love. Instead, it’s become a source of pain. You’re afraid of being completely vulnerable with your partner because the sense of safety you once felt is no longer there. You imagined your lives would be harmonious and vibrant, but the relationship has grown heavy. You’re lifting it alone. You wish your partner could see how much you need them. After all, Sue Johnson said, “To be human is to need others, and this is no flaw or weakness.”
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Ready for change? Tired of being stuck in the same cycle with your children or spouse? I have a diverse background working with children and families affected by divorce and also the foster care system. This includes trauma focused care with teens and adults. Working with families that have non-straight loved ones has given me the opportunity to see relationship restoration. I offer a career full of experience working with individuals, couples and families in adjusting to life transitions and challenges.
Ready for change? Tired of being stuck in the same cycle with your children or spouse? I have a diverse background working with children and families affected by divorce and also the foster care system. This includes trauma focused care with teens and adults. Working with families that have non-straight loved ones has given me the opportunity to see relationship restoration. I offer a career full of experience working with individuals, couples and families in adjusting to life transitions and challenges.
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As a clinical psychologist with over twenty years of experience, my goal is to help you discover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. By deciding to engage in therapy, you can move closer to a new you where you feel empowered and on a positive path to growth and well-being. If you're looking to reduce anxiety, to improve mood, for extra support and guidance through a challenging situation or you are ready to move in a new direction in your life, I look forward to working with you to achieve your goals.
As a clinical psychologist with over twenty years of experience, my goal is to help you discover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. By deciding to engage in therapy, you can move closer to a new you where you feel empowered and on a positive path to growth and well-being. If you're looking to reduce anxiety, to improve mood, for extra support and guidance through a challenging situation or you are ready to move in a new direction in your life, I look forward to working with you to achieve your goals.
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Carleton Bernard Turner
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Charleston, SC 29414 (Online Only)
I strive to bring a compelling blend of experience, expertise, clarity, concern, and action to the counseling process to maximize outcomes and provide genuine healing and wholeness. During the therapy process, I assist clients in discovering their strengths, building a support system, and developing a healthy lifestyle to set the foundation for life success.
I strive to bring a compelling blend of experience, expertise, clarity, concern, and action to the counseling process to maximize outcomes and provide genuine healing and wholeness. During the therapy process, I assist clients in discovering their strengths, building a support system, and developing a healthy lifestyle to set the foundation for life success.
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Dr. Kimbi G Marenakos
Licensed Professional Counselor, DNP, FNP-C, LPC
Verified Verified
Charleston, SC 29412
My ideal client recognizes the interdependence of body, mind, and spirit. They know that mental health influences physical health, and the reverse is also true. For example, sometimes depression is not just a mood disturbance, but it can also be a symptom of hormonal imbalance, or perhaps an under-functioning thyroid gland. My clients appreciate an integrative and holistic approach to wellness that respects their intelligence and honors their values. They feel supported with compassionate, relationship-based care and empowered with accurate health information and guidance.
My ideal client recognizes the interdependence of body, mind, and spirit. They know that mental health influences physical health, and the reverse is also true. For example, sometimes depression is not just a mood disturbance, but it can also be a symptom of hormonal imbalance, or perhaps an under-functioning thyroid gland. My clients appreciate an integrative and holistic approach to wellness that respects their intelligence and honors their values. They feel supported with compassionate, relationship-based care and empowered with accurate health information and guidance.
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Shanel Kaiser
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LMHC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Charleston, SC 29402 (Online Only)
Childhood or complex trauma can make you feel SO small or being held hostage by those experiences and unable to live life to the fullest. Maybe you’re done with saying yes to everyone and everything, and you’re burnt out? Maybe there are relationships that are not healthy for you, and you’re trying to change those dynamics.
Childhood or complex trauma can make you feel SO small or being held hostage by those experiences and unable to live life to the fullest. Maybe you’re done with saying yes to everyone and everything, and you’re burnt out? Maybe there are relationships that are not healthy for you, and you’re trying to change those dynamics.
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Nannette E. Williams
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Charleston, SC 29407
Experienced therapist. Individual, couples and pre-martial counseling. Are you in a difficult relationship with yourself or someone else? Is anxiety, depression, trauma, or loss interfering with your living a full authentic life? Sometimes you need to take an honest look at yourself and your relationships and you don't need to be judged or analyzed. I can help you through the difficulties you are experiencing and provide evidenced based treatment to help.
Experienced therapist. Individual, couples and pre-martial counseling. Are you in a difficult relationship with yourself or someone else? Is anxiety, depression, trauma, or loss interfering with your living a full authentic life? Sometimes you need to take an honest look at yourself and your relationships and you don't need to be judged or analyzed. I can help you through the difficulties you are experiencing and provide evidenced based treatment to help.
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Jacob Blessing
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MA, LPC-A, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Charleston, SC 29492
My passion is in helping people overcome painful emotions to find more peace and joy in their lives. My specialty is in a unique approach to counseling called Psychodynamic or Psychoanalytic Counseling. In this approach, I help people better know their story, heal from their past, and create a future that brings meaning and joy. Often clients tell me that my gentle, warm, non-judgemental approach to counseling helped them overcome painful past experiences. I work hard to help clients feel supported and empowered so that they can find healing at their core and create a life they love.
My passion is in helping people overcome painful emotions to find more peace and joy in their lives. My specialty is in a unique approach to counseling called Psychodynamic or Psychoanalytic Counseling. In this approach, I help people better know their story, heal from their past, and create a future that brings meaning and joy. Often clients tell me that my gentle, warm, non-judgemental approach to counseling helped them overcome painful past experiences. I work hard to help clients feel supported and empowered so that they can find healing at their core and create a life they love.
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Michael J Hurd
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD
Verified Verified
Charleston, SC 29407 (Online Only)
Realism, Personal Responsibility, Individualism. All worthy goals! Coaching with Dr. Michael Hurd is solution-focused and goal-oriented. Time is spent discussing your problems in the here-and-now, with reference to your background and your childhood only when relevant. Together we target self-defeating behaviors and thinking, rather than focusing on psychopathology. Dr. Hurd provides answers in terms you can understand, helping you find solutions to problems in the here-and-now, with a special emphasis on discovering alternatives to the "victim mentality" of blaming everything on your family, "society" or your biological make-up.
Realism, Personal Responsibility, Individualism. All worthy goals! Coaching with Dr. Michael Hurd is solution-focused and goal-oriented. Time is spent discussing your problems in the here-and-now, with reference to your background and your childhood only when relevant. Together we target self-defeating behaviors and thinking, rather than focusing on psychopathology. Dr. Hurd provides answers in terms you can understand, helping you find solutions to problems in the here-and-now, with a special emphasis on discovering alternatives to the "victim mentality" of blaming everything on your family, "society" or your biological make-up.
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Carolyn Evans
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-CP
Verified Verified
Charleston, SC 29403 (Online Only)
I believe that symptoms are like guideposts, signaling opportunities for growth. Expressed as anxiety, depression or even chronic pain, these unwelcome experiences actually show us where to begin the work of bringing life back into balance. My clients are typically outwardly successful people who seem to be traversing their busy lives with ease, while secretly they struggle with issues like chronic pain, anxiety, depression and disconnection from self and others. I work within a mind-body framework to uncover and heal the root causes of a client's symptoms so that they can experience lasting relief.
I believe that symptoms are like guideposts, signaling opportunities for growth. Expressed as anxiety, depression or even chronic pain, these unwelcome experiences actually show us where to begin the work of bringing life back into balance. My clients are typically outwardly successful people who seem to be traversing their busy lives with ease, while secretly they struggle with issues like chronic pain, anxiety, depression and disconnection from self and others. I work within a mind-body framework to uncover and heal the root causes of a client's symptoms so that they can experience lasting relief.