Gottman Method Therapists in Columbia, SC
Angela L. Waldrop
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Columbia, SC 29205
I specialize in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy, Solution Focused Brief Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing, Gottman Method, Prepare Enrich for premarital and married couples, providing "Care to the Caregiver", and faith-based therapy.
Are you an individual, couple, or family interested in "Building Stronger Foundations Together"? Are you struggling with marriage, parenting, or other relationship issues? Having difficulty coping with trauma, anxiety, depression, adjustment issues, or military-specific stressors? Are you looking for a counselor who can incorporate faith into sessions? Then I'm available to walk alongside you during this time of struggle. I can help you find and attain goals that will build momentum in your life, help you move in a positive direction once again, and support healing in the relationships that matter most to you.
I specialize in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy, Solution Focused Brief Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing, Gottman Method, Prepare Enrich for premarital and married couples, providing "Care to the Caregiver", and faith-based therapy.
Are you an individual, couple, or family interested in "Building Stronger Foundations Together"? Are you struggling with marriage, parenting, or other relationship issues? Having difficulty coping with trauma, anxiety, depression, adjustment issues, or military-specific stressors? Are you looking for a counselor who can incorporate faith into sessions? Then I'm available to walk alongside you during this time of struggle. I can help you find and attain goals that will build momentum in your life, help you move in a positive direction once again, and support healing in the relationships that matter most to you.
Dr. Robert Lewis Bozard
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, MDiv, LCMHC, LPC, LPCC
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Columbia, SC 29205
Welcome! Men, Couples, Young Professionals, and Faith-Integrative Therapy are my specializations. I help with Anxiety, Relationships, Sexual Issues, Depression, Porn, Gaming/Social Media Addiction, Motivation/Focus, Anger, Spirituality, and more. Symptoms and solutions may look different in guys, so I developed a focus on men. Sex, relationships, porn, and career are concerns I frequently see in men. For couples I'm trained in Gottman Method. Young professionals have been a focus since 8 years of practice in university contexts. I've got 7 years of pastoral experience and an MDiv to integrate spirituality in your process if desired.
Welcome! Men, Couples, Young Professionals, and Faith-Integrative Therapy are my specializations. I help with Anxiety, Relationships, Sexual Issues, Depression, Porn, Gaming/Social Media Addiction, Motivation/Focus, Anger, Spirituality, and more. Symptoms and solutions may look different in guys, so I developed a focus on men. Sex, relationships, porn, and career are concerns I frequently see in men. For couples I'm trained in Gottman Method. Young professionals have been a focus since 8 years of practice in university contexts. I've got 7 years of pastoral experience and an MDiv to integrate spirituality in your process if desired.
Cat Semmes
Counselor, EdS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Columbia, SC 29201
Waitlist for new clients
I am certified in Level One Gottman Method Couples Counseling, and have received my National Certified Counselor designation from the NBCC.
Everyone deserves to feel heard and validated, without fear of judgment. Using cognitive-behavioral, emotions-focused, and family systems therapies, I aim to meet you where you are for support. I utilize a family-systems and cognitive-behavioral lens to assist my clients in understanding the "why" of who they are. We will then work collaboratively to change what my clients wish to change in their lives, and accept what is necessary.
I am certified in Level One Gottman Method Couples Counseling, and have received my National Certified Counselor designation from the NBCC.
Everyone deserves to feel heard and validated, without fear of judgment. Using cognitive-behavioral, emotions-focused, and family systems therapies, I aim to meet you where you are for support. I utilize a family-systems and cognitive-behavioral lens to assist my clients in understanding the "why" of who they are. We will then work collaboratively to change what my clients wish to change in their lives, and accept what is necessary.
Jolia Alexander
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CCATP, CCTP, C-DBT, CSTIP
Verified Verified
Columbia, SC 29208 (Online Only)
In my work with couples, my approach is informed by my training in Gottman Method Couples Therapy (Levels 1 & 2).
Are you questioning your self-worth? Feeling the need to perfect to live up to society's expectations? Difficulty resolving concerns within your relationship, including feeling connected emotionally & sexually after mistrust? Feeling shame for detouring from religious practices? Feeling that you have current or childhood trauma that you need to overcome? If any of these resonate with you, I am here to provide a safe, confidential space for you to learn empowering ways to have self-confidence, contentment, & bliss. Let's work together to start rewriting a new narrative.
In my work with couples, my approach is informed by my training in Gottman Method Couples Therapy (Levels 1 & 2).
Are you questioning your self-worth? Feeling the need to perfect to live up to society's expectations? Difficulty resolving concerns within your relationship, including feeling connected emotionally & sexually after mistrust? Feeling shame for detouring from religious practices? Feeling that you have current or childhood trauma that you need to overcome? If any of these resonate with you, I am here to provide a safe, confidential space for you to learn empowering ways to have self-confidence, contentment, & bliss. Let's work together to start rewriting a new narrative.
Jack Carmody
Licensed Professional Counselor, MDiv, MA, LPC, MHSP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbia, SC 29201
While some counselors have very narrow specialties, I consider myself a generalist, with specialized training in trauma (EMDR) and marriage counseling ( Gottman Method).
I am accepting new clients for counseling! Is your marriage or relationship stuck? Feeling depressed? Anxious? I am a licensed therapist providing christian counseling services to couples and individuals. I offer in-person sessions in Nashville/Franklin, and video options for anyone in South Carolina, Florida, or Tennessee. I see teenagers and adults, and really enjoy working with men and veterans.
While some counselors have very narrow specialties, I consider myself a generalist, with specialized training in trauma (EMDR) and marriage counseling ( Gottman Method).
I am accepting new clients for counseling! Is your marriage or relationship stuck? Feeling depressed? Anxious? I am a licensed therapist providing christian counseling services to couples and individuals. I offer in-person sessions in Nashville/Franklin, and video options for anyone in South Carolina, Florida, or Tennessee. I see teenagers and adults, and really enjoy working with men and veterans.
Sheryl McAlhaney
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MRC, LPC, LAC
Verified Verified
Columbia, SC 29206
For couples, I incorporate Gottman Method interventions to foster healthy communication and strengthen relations.
Life presents many challenges, and navigating relationships adds complexity. I work with adult couples and individuals (ages 18-64) to address relationship conflicts, infidelity, or to strengthen healthy relationships. Whether improving communication or rebuilding trust, counseling is an invaluable resource. I also provide support for managing depression, anxiety, grief, and anger, as well as life's disruptions. My services focus on developing positive coping strategies, enhancing self-confidence, fostering positive thinking, and building skills in assertive communication.
For couples, I incorporate Gottman Method interventions to foster healthy communication and strengthen relations.
Life presents many challenges, and navigating relationships adds complexity. I work with adult couples and individuals (ages 18-64) to address relationship conflicts, infidelity, or to strengthen healthy relationships. Whether improving communication or rebuilding trust, counseling is an invaluable resource. I also provide support for managing depression, anxiety, grief, and anger, as well as life's disruptions. My services focus on developing positive coping strategies, enhancing self-confidence, fostering positive thinking, and building skills in assertive communication.
The Psychology Services Center (PSC) provides comprehensive quality mental health care including assessment and therapy services for adults, children, adolescents, families, and couples. We have a history of helping clients learn to cope with stress, depression, or anxiety, address their children's behavioral or learning difficulties, or improve communication and trust in their relationships. Across all of these treatment areas, our center values providing quality, outcome-oriented services that are based on the latest science, offered within a caring and collaborative atmosphere.
The Psychology Services Center (PSC) provides comprehensive quality mental health care including assessment and therapy services for adults, children, adolescents, families, and couples. We have a history of helping clients learn to cope with stress, depression, or anxiety, address their children's behavioral or learning difficulties, or improve communication and trust in their relationships. Across all of these treatment areas, our center values providing quality, outcome-oriented services that are based on the latest science, offered within a caring and collaborative atmosphere.
Bill Rogers
Licensed Professional Counselor, DMin, MA, LPC/S, LMFT, CSAT
Verified Verified
12 Endorsed
Columbia, SC 29201
Within a confidential environment, I seek to provide a place where you can explore and restore stressful areas of your life. My focus is to help support you toward achieving recovery, healing and peace while providing solid tools that help you discover new ways of facing life's difficulties. Together, we can seek to halt the destruction of unhealthy patterns while bringing hope and healing to broken relationships, wounded hearts, and troubled lives. Regardless of current challenges, we can work together, step-by-step, to effectively help you move toward the next stage of growth.
Within a confidential environment, I seek to provide a place where you can explore and restore stressful areas of your life. My focus is to help support you toward achieving recovery, healing and peace while providing solid tools that help you discover new ways of facing life's difficulties. Together, we can seek to halt the destruction of unhealthy patterns while bringing hope and healing to broken relationships, wounded hearts, and troubled lives. Regardless of current challenges, we can work together, step-by-step, to effectively help you move toward the next stage of growth.
Jessica Pena-Cabana
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, PsyD, CSC, NFCC, LPC-S
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Columbia, SC 29205
Jessica Pena-Cabana, PhD, PsyD, MEd, CSC, CEIP-MH, LPC-S. She has over 20 plus years working with children, adolescents, couples, families and adults with special needs and emotional issues. She is fully licensed Bilingual (Spanish) therapist. She accepts Medicaid, BCBS, Tricare, & most other insurances. She will also accepts private pay and work on a sliding scale if needed. She is trained in CBT, DBT, EMDR, Solution focused, Play therapy, Grief & Loss, PTSD, and trauma. Office line: 803-569-3101 fax: 800-915-8615. Addl website: https://www.hillcrestcps.co or find us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/HillcrestBehavioralH.
Jessica Pena-Cabana, PhD, PsyD, MEd, CSC, CEIP-MH, LPC-S. She has over 20 plus years working with children, adolescents, couples, families and adults with special needs and emotional issues. She is fully licensed Bilingual (Spanish) therapist. She accepts Medicaid, BCBS, Tricare, & most other insurances. She will also accepts private pay and work on a sliding scale if needed. She is trained in CBT, DBT, EMDR, Solution focused, Play therapy, Grief & Loss, PTSD, and trauma. Office line: 803-569-3101 fax: 800-915-8615. Addl website: https://www.hillcrestcps.co or find us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/HillcrestBehavioralH.
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Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, LMFT-A, CTP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Columbia, SC 29204
Trauma and difficult life experiences can shatter your world. You might feel overwhelmed by the past. You may question your judgment, your self-worth, and even your sanity. You may blame yourself for what happened or believe you are "dirty" or "damaged goods." Relationships feel dangerous, and intimacy difficult. And on top of that, you may struggle with PTSD, anxiety, and depression. Finally, you found the courage to rediscover your voice and self-worth. You want to find someone who truly understands the depth of your pain and can help you reclaim your life.
Trauma and difficult life experiences can shatter your world. You might feel overwhelmed by the past. You may question your judgment, your self-worth, and even your sanity. You may blame yourself for what happened or believe you are "dirty" or "damaged goods." Relationships feel dangerous, and intimacy difficult. And on top of that, you may struggle with PTSD, anxiety, and depression. Finally, you found the courage to rediscover your voice and self-worth. You want to find someone who truly understands the depth of your pain and can help you reclaim your life.
Bill And Gina Rogers
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, BCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Columbia, SC 29201
We are a male-female team that helps you work through problems and rebuild relationships.Those we work with find our unique male-female co-therapy team a fresh blend of counseling and personal life experience. Our approach offers a depth of compassion, understanding, and processes to support transition and change. Working together balances gender-related issues. We use one to one and couple to couple counseling/coaching to come alongside individuals, pre-marrieds and married couples. We work with those in addiction, trauma and work/life transitions. Having lived and served overseas in Romania, we are also involved with missionary families through member care.
We are a male-female team that helps you work through problems and rebuild relationships.Those we work with find our unique male-female co-therapy team a fresh blend of counseling and personal life experience. Our approach offers a depth of compassion, understanding, and processes to support transition and change. Working together balances gender-related issues. We use one to one and couple to couple counseling/coaching to come alongside individuals, pre-marrieds and married couples. We work with those in addiction, trauma and work/life transitions. Having lived and served overseas in Romania, we are also involved with missionary families through member care.
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In my therapy practice, I focus on treating Trauma & Stressor-related disorders, Anxiety, Depression, Personality Disorders, and Suicidality. My approach is compassionate and personalized, aiming to empower individuals to navigate their challenges with strength and hope. As a systemically trained therapist I recognize that resilience & healing is not the sole responsibility of the individual. Resilience comes from both individual, social and environmental factors. With this mindset I support the holistic wellness of my clients and achievement of their identified goals. I love working with families, teens, couples and young adults.
Katie Castor
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MA, LPCA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbia, SC 29201
Life can be tough and painful at times, but you don't have to journey alone! Whether you are struggling with anxiety, difficult life circumstances, or relational stress, I can help you make sense of your pain and work toward feeling better. As a counselor, it is my privilege to come alongside you and offer a safe and accepting atmosphere that will empower you toward healing and growth. I particularly enjoy working with college aged women.
Life can be tough and painful at times, but you don't have to journey alone! Whether you are struggling with anxiety, difficult life circumstances, or relational stress, I can help you make sense of your pain and work toward feeling better. As a counselor, it is my privilege to come alongside you and offer a safe and accepting atmosphere that will empower you toward healing and growth. I particularly enjoy working with college aged women.
Often the first step to activate innate growth and change is finding the courage to ask for help. In an environment of acceptance and compassion, I seek to come alongside clients in the process of healing and growth. Together we will seek to move toward wholeness as I facilitate the process for congruence of becoming more authentic and a healthier "you."
Often the first step to activate innate growth and change is finding the courage to ask for help. In an environment of acceptance and compassion, I seek to come alongside clients in the process of healing and growth. Together we will seek to move toward wholeness as I facilitate the process for congruence of becoming more authentic and a healthier "you."
Larissa Trapp
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MMFT, LMFT-A
Verified Verified
Columbia, SC 29204
I work with individuals, couples and families to reach goals that benefits the individual and family unit. I believe that everyone has the ability to attain those goals. I utilize Solution Focused and Narrative Therapy approaches. My goal is to help people be more successful in their interpersonal relationships.
I work with individuals, couples and families to reach goals that benefits the individual and family unit. I believe that everyone has the ability to attain those goals. I utilize Solution Focused and Narrative Therapy approaches. My goal is to help people be more successful in their interpersonal relationships.
Jay Zachary Little
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbia, SC 29205
I provide a secure, confidential space for exploring life's challenges through evidence-based talk therapy. My practice integrates cognitive behavioral techniques with humanistic psychology to help you build self-awareness, strengthen relationships, and develop emotional resilience. While I specialize in supporting men's mental health and relationship concerns, I welcome clients of all backgrounds. Together, we'll create practical tools for managing stress, improving communication, and achieving your personal growth goals through tailored counseling sessions focused on lasting positive change.
I provide a secure, confidential space for exploring life's challenges through evidence-based talk therapy. My practice integrates cognitive behavioral techniques with humanistic psychology to help you build self-awareness, strengthen relationships, and develop emotional resilience. While I specialize in supporting men's mental health and relationship concerns, I welcome clients of all backgrounds. Together, we'll create practical tools for managing stress, improving communication, and achieving your personal growth goals through tailored counseling sessions focused on lasting positive change.
Cheryl L Simms
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CCMHC, NCC, LSATP
Verified Verified
Columbia, SC 29209 (Online Only)
Hello, my name is Cheryl Simms. I have 16 years of experience in the field of counseling. I specialize in trauma, substance use, family, couples, and children. I also work with those struggling with depression and anxiety. I am EMDR trained and have years of experience working with the military community and their families. I enjoy traveling and exploring other countries. I am fun-loving and caring. I often put a twist on difficult situations by adding hope and empowerment. I am licensed in South Carolina and Virginia.
Hello, my name is Cheryl Simms. I have 16 years of experience in the field of counseling. I specialize in trauma, substance use, family, couples, and children. I also work with those struggling with depression and anxiety. I am EMDR trained and have years of experience working with the military community and their families. I enjoy traveling and exploring other countries. I am fun-loving and caring. I often put a twist on difficult situations by adding hope and empowerment. I am licensed in South Carolina and Virginia.
Nicholas Natale
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC/S, CST
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbia, SC 29201
I believe that everyone deserves a satisfying and fulfilling sex life. My role as a therapist and personal consultant is to guide individuals and couples to their sexual best. I approach each situation through a positive, strength-based approach that addresses all areas of relationships, intimacy, and sexuality. My desire is for you to flourish. My work is informed by leading research, cultural trends, and a spiritual perspective.
I believe that everyone deserves a satisfying and fulfilling sex life. My role as a therapist and personal consultant is to guide individuals and couples to their sexual best. I approach each situation through a positive, strength-based approach that addresses all areas of relationships, intimacy, and sexuality. My desire is for you to flourish. My work is informed by leading research, cultural trends, and a spiritual perspective.
Daily we do our best to overcome the pain we've experienced, fighting to hold on to whatever can provide peace in life. I would like to assist you in your pursuit of peace and happiness.
Daily we do our best to overcome the pain we've experienced, fighting to hold on to whatever can provide peace in life. I would like to assist you in your pursuit of peace and happiness.
Ken has always enjoyed helping others with their anxieties and interpersonal challenges and finds it particularly rewarding as a counselor when clients move towards healing and wholeness in their relationships. His relational approach and gentle demeanor provide a non-threatening atmosphere for clients to explore the “hard” places of life and discover meaningful ways to address them. While Ken has experience with a variety of therapeutic needs, his passion lies with interpersonal challenges – including pre-marital and marital conflict, children experiencing trauma, as well as guiding clients through the process of forgiveness.
Ken has always enjoyed helping others with their anxieties and interpersonal challenges and finds it particularly rewarding as a counselor when clients move towards healing and wholeness in their relationships. His relational approach and gentle demeanor provide a non-threatening atmosphere for clients to explore the “hard” places of life and discover meaningful ways to address them. While Ken has experience with a variety of therapeutic needs, his passion lies with interpersonal challenges – including pre-marital and marital conflict, children experiencing trauma, as well as guiding clients through the process of forgiveness.
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How does the Gottman method work?
One of the core doctrines of the Gottman method is that negative emotions hurt relationships about five times more than positive emotions help them. Thus, couples require five times more positive interactions than negative interactions with each other. The therapist will guide clients on how to improve communication and understanding of each other to manage conflict and have their emotional needs met. The therapist will also advise couples on how to repair relations with each other when conflict arises, and therefore avoid lasting damage.
Is the Gottman method evidence-based?
Yes, this method is an evidence-based approach to couples therapy. The method is based on more than 40 years of research by Drs. John and Julie Gottman, the psychologists who developed the method. The Gottmans analyzed decades of data to draw conclusions about what types of interactions are likely to lead to specific results, and which interventions are most likely to lead to success. Studies have found that this approach leads to improvements in relationship satisfaction, intimacy, communication skills, and a lower rate of divorce.
How long does the Gottman method take?
The duration of treatment depends on the specific challenges clients face. Sessions are typically 60 to 90 minutes long, and an average course of treatment is around 10 sessions. In some cases, such as for couples dealing with a critical problem, the therapist will suggest an intensive course of treatment, with daily sessions over the first two to four days. Treatment is complete when the couple is satisfied and has met the goals they’ve set, and when the therapist believes they have the skills to continue on their own.
Is the Gottman method effective?
Through the Gottman method, couples can achieve changes that are real and sustainable. This treatment has been used for more than 40 years; the method is supported by empirical research, including randomized controlled trials that have demonstrated effectiveness in improving relationship outcomes for couples. Like any talk therapy, success or failure depends in large part on how committed the clients are to making positive changes and working toward results.