Couples Counseling Therapists in Greenville, SC
I have worked over 25 years with children, adolescents and adults having difficulties with anxiety disorders, depression, trauma, relationship issues, and life's transitions.
With over 25 years experience working with those suffering from anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, narcissist abuse and OCD, I treat my clients with compassion and understanding. I equip them with new found skills and techniques to deal with life's transitions and challenges. I work from an empowering and strength based perspective. I work with highly motivated clients in a nonjudgemental, open and caring environment. Life can be hard and having someone with the education and skills to help coach us along the way can make a big difference in having a joyful, fulfilling and peaceful life.
I have worked over 25 years with children, adolescents and adults having difficulties with anxiety disorders, depression, trauma, relationship issues, and life's transitions.
With over 25 years experience working with those suffering from anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, narcissist abuse and OCD, I treat my clients with compassion and understanding. I equip them with new found skills and techniques to deal with life's transitions and challenges. I work from an empowering and strength based perspective. I work with highly motivated clients in a nonjudgemental, open and caring environment. Life can be hard and having someone with the education and skills to help coach us along the way can make a big difference in having a joyful, fulfilling and peaceful life.
Rock Water Counseling LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LISW-CP
Verified Verified
Greenville, SC 29607
My goal is to come alongside you and help you in your journey. I believe we all go through tough times and as a therapist I offer a judgement free space for you to talk about what you are experiencing. If you are dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, unhealthy thinking, addiction or just need a safe place to talk and feel heard I want to be an experienced and reliable resource for you. I want you to know there is hope and you are not alone. We will work together to find the best treatment approach that is specific to your needs.
My goal is to come alongside you and help you in your journey. I believe we all go through tough times and as a therapist I offer a judgement free space for you to talk about what you are experiencing. If you are dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, unhealthy thinking, addiction or just need a safe place to talk and feel heard I want to be an experienced and reliable resource for you. I want you to know there is hope and you are not alone. We will work together to find the best treatment approach that is specific to your needs.
Jonathan Clayton
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Greenville, SC 29601
It is my goal to extend compassion, patience, kindness, and encouragement in a nonjudgmental way to build a trusting professional relationship that welcomes honest expression from all clients.
Life can be very hard, and we could all benefit from some help along the way. Ironically, it is navigating the most difficult parts of the journey that often invests life with the deepest sense of meaning and direction. Try as we may, we cannot do this well alone. It is my passion to partner with adolescents, adults, and couples (see specialties below) to foster a deeper understanding of challenging issues, resolve conflict, restore connection, clarify goals, create healthy life rhythms, and move towards change. Wherever you are on your journey, it would be my privilege to meet you there and walk alongside you in a helpful way.
It is my goal to extend compassion, patience, kindness, and encouragement in a nonjudgmental way to build a trusting professional relationship that welcomes honest expression from all clients.
Life can be very hard, and we could all benefit from some help along the way. Ironically, it is navigating the most difficult parts of the journey that often invests life with the deepest sense of meaning and direction. Try as we may, we cannot do this well alone. It is my passion to partner with adolescents, adults, and couples (see specialties below) to foster a deeper understanding of challenging issues, resolve conflict, restore connection, clarify goals, create healthy life rhythms, and move towards change. Wherever you are on your journey, it would be my privilege to meet you there and walk alongside you in a helpful way.
Livewell Consulting & Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Greenville, SC 29607 (Online Only)
I work with adults, teens, couples and groups contending with life transitions, depression, anxiety, relational issues and more.
Navigating through life’s many challenges can be hard; as a result, you might feel overwhelmed, emotionally unstable and hopeless with no interest or desire to fully engage in life as you once did. You may wonder and even question if it’s possible to feel joy again. Therapy works! I believe it is possible to regain a new and better version of yourself by showing up for you, being honest with yourself and doing the work while in engage in therapy. I am a License Professional Counselor with over 20 yrs of experience in both inpatient and outpatient mental and behavioral health. I have been in private practice since 2017.
I work with adults, teens, couples and groups contending with life transitions, depression, anxiety, relational issues and more.
Navigating through life’s many challenges can be hard; as a result, you might feel overwhelmed, emotionally unstable and hopeless with no interest or desire to fully engage in life as you once did. You may wonder and even question if it’s possible to feel joy again. Therapy works! I believe it is possible to regain a new and better version of yourself by showing up for you, being honest with yourself and doing the work while in engage in therapy. I am a License Professional Counselor with over 20 yrs of experience in both inpatient and outpatient mental and behavioral health. I have been in private practice since 2017.
Evan Thomas
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Greenville, SC 29601
You want to understand how to navigate relationships, your current relationship hurdle, your mental health, or your emerging sexual and/or gender identity.
I specialize in working with LGBTQIA and poly/non-monogamous individuals, couples, and families. My work focuses on family of origin and how it is connected to presenting problems in therapy. Some common goals for treatment I work with include communication, gender-affirming care, pre-marital, depression, anxiety, strengthening relationships, and navigating a professional career. What sets me apart is my state and national leadership in the field of marriage and family therapy as a professor who trains graduate-level therapists.
You want to understand how to navigate relationships, your current relationship hurdle, your mental health, or your emerging sexual and/or gender identity.
I specialize in working with LGBTQIA and poly/non-monogamous individuals, couples, and families. My work focuses on family of origin and how it is connected to presenting problems in therapy. Some common goals for treatment I work with include communication, gender-affirming care, pre-marital, depression, anxiety, strengthening relationships, and navigating a professional career. What sets me apart is my state and national leadership in the field of marriage and family therapy as a professor who trains graduate-level therapists.
Angela Wright is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselor (ADAC) with over 7 years of experience. Angela has been working with agencies as an Outpatient Counselor since 2015, focusing on helping individuals with co-occurring disorders by promoting growth and change by meeting individuals where they are. Angela works with adults, couples, and adolescents dealing with substance use, depression, anxiety, relationships issues, trauma, adjustment issues, and health services.
Angela Wright is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselor (ADAC) with over 7 years of experience. Angela has been working with agencies as an Outpatient Counselor since 2015, focusing on helping individuals with co-occurring disorders by promoting growth and change by meeting individuals where they are. Angela works with adults, couples, and adolescents dealing with substance use, depression, anxiety, relationships issues, trauma, adjustment issues, and health services.
Felicia Nicole Reid
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA LPC, LPCS-C, LCMHC, PC, Mediatr
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Greenville, SC 29601
Our office focuses on guiding clients through life issues, whether it's workplace issues, relationship issues, divorce/custody (mediation/supervised visitation), probate issues, testing/evaluation services, life adjustment issues, ADHD, & mood disorders.
Our practice is accepting therapy & court related clients! Family court mediation services(divorce, alimony, child support, custody, parenting agreements) probate court services are offered in SC & TN. 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, & home studies.We accept most insurances & self-pay clients.
Our office focuses on guiding clients through life issues, whether it's workplace issues, relationship issues, divorce/custody (mediation/supervised visitation), probate issues, testing/evaluation services, life adjustment issues, ADHD, & mood disorders.
Our practice is accepting therapy & court related clients! Family court mediation services(divorce, alimony, child support, custody, parenting agreements) probate court services are offered in SC & TN. 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, & home studies.We accept most insurances & self-pay clients.
For couples, my first goal is to help them rediscover a sense of connection and understanding.
Now accepting new clients (individuals or couples). My two niches are couples therapy and Enneagram. You may be trying to find a sense of who you are, as you struggle with patterns of emotional and/or relationship distress. Or perhaps you are a couple whose relationship feels disconnected, and you’re wondering if emotional connection can be found again. Whether you are trying to find “wholeness” as an individual or in your relationship, I’d love to help in your journey. Some of the emotional issues I work with include self esteem (self identity), anxiety, depression, and life transitions/adjustment.
For couples, my first goal is to help them rediscover a sense of connection and understanding.
Now accepting new clients (individuals or couples). My two niches are couples therapy and Enneagram. You may be trying to find a sense of who you are, as you struggle with patterns of emotional and/or relationship distress. Or perhaps you are a couple whose relationship feels disconnected, and you’re wondering if emotional connection can be found again. Whether you are trying to find “wholeness” as an individual or in your relationship, I’d love to help in your journey. Some of the emotional issues I work with include self esteem (self identity), anxiety, depression, and life transitions/adjustment.
Shakirie Simmons
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-CP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Greenville, SC 29611 (Online Only)
Life can feel overwhelming. One minute it's your job, then your relationship, next the kid(s), your family, and maybe even painful memories from your childhood. You just can't seem to catch a break. You try everything to get on the right track, but something always seems to get in the way. You've tried so hard to climb out of the worry, frustration and sadness; but eventually it's just exhausting. Should you give up? Or maybe just do the bare minimum to get by. You don't know which way to turn.
Life can feel overwhelming. One minute it's your job, then your relationship, next the kid(s), your family, and maybe even painful memories from your childhood. You just can't seem to catch a break. You try everything to get on the right track, but something always seems to get in the way. You've tried so hard to climb out of the worry, frustration and sadness; but eventually it's just exhausting. Should you give up? Or maybe just do the bare minimum to get by. You don't know which way to turn.
At GVL Couples Therapy you have access to an expert team of Licensed Therapists with diverse backgrounds and counseling styles, who are specifically trained in Marriage and Family Therapy.
Have you and your partner lost your spark? In the beginning, you felt seen and heard. Now, you find yourselves in a pattern of negativity, blocked communication, and disconnection. You wonder…Will my partner and I ever reconnect emotionally and/or physically? You want to feel closeness again but fear and doubt weigh heavily on your heart and mind. Couples therapy is a safe space to strengthen your communication, embrace vulnerability together, and rediscover deep connection no matter the season (dating, premarital, marital, second marriage) or constellation (traditional, open, LGTBQ, secular, religious) of your relationship.
At GVL Couples Therapy you have access to an expert team of Licensed Therapists with diverse backgrounds and counseling styles, who are specifically trained in Marriage and Family Therapy.
Have you and your partner lost your spark? In the beginning, you felt seen and heard. Now, you find yourselves in a pattern of negativity, blocked communication, and disconnection. You wonder…Will my partner and I ever reconnect emotionally and/or physically? You want to feel closeness again but fear and doubt weigh heavily on your heart and mind. Couples therapy is a safe space to strengthen your communication, embrace vulnerability together, and rediscover deep connection no matter the season (dating, premarital, marital, second marriage) or constellation (traditional, open, LGTBQ, secular, religious) of your relationship.
Chelsea Arrington
Marriage & Family Therapist, MMFT, LMFT
Verified Verified
Greenville, SC 29607
Waitlist for new clients
I am a Level II Gottman Trained Therapist for couples counseling and a certified SYMBIS facilitator for pre-marital counseling.
Waitlist for NEW clients. You're looking for support in the journey when relationships are hard, change is difficult, and some days it's hard to imagine things getting better. I help individuals work toward overcoming stress, anxiety, and life change to achieve their goals. I help couples and families work toward reconnection, conflict resolution, and improved communication. With my Christian faith background, I welcome the opportunity to integrate clients’ personal faith into treatment.
I am a Level II Gottman Trained Therapist for couples counseling and a certified SYMBIS facilitator for pre-marital counseling.
Waitlist for NEW clients. You're looking for support in the journey when relationships are hard, change is difficult, and some days it's hard to imagine things getting better. I help individuals work toward overcoming stress, anxiety, and life change to achieve their goals. I help couples and families work toward reconnection, conflict resolution, and improved communication. With my Christian faith background, I welcome the opportunity to integrate clients’ personal faith into treatment.
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Given that relationships are my specialty, the therapeutic relationship is hugely important to me.
Life is messy. You're stuck and scouring the internet for therapists out of desperate hope that things can be better. You can't get out of your head, the same thoughts keep playing on repeat - you don't want things to stay this way. You just want to feel happy again, engage with life the way you want to, and I'm here to help you move past the hurdles you're facing. We'll work to identify patterns that are keeping you stuck so we can figure out what’s working for you, what isn’t, and how you want things to be different. I’ll provide accountable and compassionate care as we search for the solutions you're looking for together.
Given that relationships are my specialty, the therapeutic relationship is hugely important to me.
Life is messy. You're stuck and scouring the internet for therapists out of desperate hope that things can be better. You can't get out of your head, the same thoughts keep playing on repeat - you don't want things to stay this way. You just want to feel happy again, engage with life the way you want to, and I'm here to help you move past the hurdles you're facing. We'll work to identify patterns that are keeping you stuck so we can figure out what’s working for you, what isn’t, and how you want things to be different. I’ll provide accountable and compassionate care as we search for the solutions you're looking for together.
My approach extends to adults, couples, and individuals in various forms of relationships.
My approach to counseling centers around meeting my clients where they are and assisting them in achieving their mental and emotional well-being objectives. I emphasize our shared humanity, acknowledging that each individual has unique needs. I draw from a variety of therapeutic techniques to provide personalized care that aligns with my clients' situations. My commitment to their growth leads me to continuously seek further training opportunities.
My approach extends to adults, couples, and individuals in various forms of relationships.
My approach to counseling centers around meeting my clients where they are and assisting them in achieving their mental and emotional well-being objectives. I emphasize our shared humanity, acknowledging that each individual has unique needs. I draw from a variety of therapeutic techniques to provide personalized care that aligns with my clients' situations. My commitment to their growth leads me to continuously seek further training opportunities.
Hi, I am a License Professional Counselor Associate who works with adolescents and adults. I believe counseling is a cohesive relationship that helps individuals, couples, families, and groups accomplish mental health wellness and career/life goals. I really connect well with older adolescences and young adults who need help adjusting to all the changes (both positive and negative in life). Additionally, I have experience working with adults who struggle with conditions like anxiety, depression, and PTSD and couples with premarital counseling and couples counseling.
Hi, I am a License Professional Counselor Associate who works with adolescents and adults. I believe counseling is a cohesive relationship that helps individuals, couples, families, and groups accomplish mental health wellness and career/life goals. I really connect well with older adolescences and young adults who need help adjusting to all the changes (both positive and negative in life). Additionally, I have experience working with adults who struggle with conditions like anxiety, depression, and PTSD and couples with premarital counseling and couples counseling.
Courtney Fyvolent
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Greenville, SC 29607
As an EMDR Certified Emotionally Focused Therapist I help individuals and couples to thrive in their present relationships, heal from past experiences, and find true fulfillment and security within themselves.
You want exceptional therapy that will actually help you get the results you've been searching for. You want to heal from your past and see positive changes in your life and in your relationships. You want to feel whole, worthy, and secure and you're looking for a highly skilled therapist who can help you get there.
As an EMDR Certified Emotionally Focused Therapist I help individuals and couples to thrive in their present relationships, heal from past experiences, and find true fulfillment and security within themselves.
You want exceptional therapy that will actually help you get the results you've been searching for. You want to heal from your past and see positive changes in your life and in your relationships. You want to feel whole, worthy, and secure and you're looking for a highly skilled therapist who can help you get there.
Jessica Salle
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MMFT, LMFTA
Verified Verified
Greenville, SC 29615
I believe that every person has the capacity to experience peace in their relationships, including their relationship with themselves.
Do you ever feel like you can’t achieve peace in your mind, soul, or home, no matter how hard you try? Have you exhausted yourself trying to be better and serve others, only to be met with roadblocks, betrayal, and hurt? Whether you struggle with an overstimulated mind and body, depression, anxiety, or relational wounds…it doesn’t have to stay this way! You can experience a quiet mind and a heart full of gratitude and joy. You can have intimacy and communication in your marriage once more. You can connect with your kids and teens in ways you never thought possible.
I believe that every person has the capacity to experience peace in their relationships, including their relationship with themselves.
Do you ever feel like you can’t achieve peace in your mind, soul, or home, no matter how hard you try? Have you exhausted yourself trying to be better and serve others, only to be met with roadblocks, betrayal, and hurt? Whether you struggle with an overstimulated mind and body, depression, anxiety, or relational wounds…it doesn’t have to stay this way! You can experience a quiet mind and a heart full of gratitude and joy. You can have intimacy and communication in your marriage once more. You can connect with your kids and teens in ways you never thought possible.
Throughout 30+ years of practice, my specialties include: issues related to transitional life stages in childhood, late adolescence, young adulthood, new parenthood, step parenthood, menopausal changes, adoption home studies, bariatric surgery consultation, college counseling, psycho-education, collaborative divorce coaching, and relationship re-framing.
While we are increasingly more connected to others via technology, we oftentimes feel less connected in our relationships. My desire is to assist you in developing genuine and authentic relationships with others and yourself. I passionately focus on this goal within the context of our individual therapeutic relationship. I promote positive change for you and your relationships by creating a reality based and positive approach to improvement in mood, behavior, and life balance. Together we accomplish this through interpersonal discussion and support with the integration of personal mission statements and goal orientation to oneself and to others.
Throughout 30+ years of practice, my specialties include: issues related to transitional life stages in childhood, late adolescence, young adulthood, new parenthood, step parenthood, menopausal changes, adoption home studies, bariatric surgery consultation, college counseling, psycho-education, collaborative divorce coaching, and relationship re-framing.
While we are increasingly more connected to others via technology, we oftentimes feel less connected in our relationships. My desire is to assist you in developing genuine and authentic relationships with others and yourself. I passionately focus on this goal within the context of our individual therapeutic relationship. I promote positive change for you and your relationships by creating a reality based and positive approach to improvement in mood, behavior, and life balance. Together we accomplish this through interpersonal discussion and support with the integration of personal mission statements and goal orientation to oneself and to others.
Dawn Hayes
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFT-A, MMFT, CYT-500
Verified Verified
Greenville, SC 29607
Waitlist for new clients
As a systemic family therapist, I am uniquely prepared to work with couples and individuals.
Are you wondering when the ingredients of your life and relationships became too bland or too spicy? Are you finding yourself working with the same recipe on repeat, even though it doesn’t fulfill what you are looking for? Are you and your partner feeling pulled apart by disconnection and arguments? Do you feel misunderstood at home or work? Maybe your life has changed beyond what is familiar or comfortable and you're not sure who you are today. Perhaps what was once important to you doesn’t feel as fulfilling, but identifying the missing ingredients feels challenging or foreign.
As a systemic family therapist, I am uniquely prepared to work with couples and individuals.
Are you wondering when the ingredients of your life and relationships became too bland or too spicy? Are you finding yourself working with the same recipe on repeat, even though it doesn’t fulfill what you are looking for? Are you and your partner feeling pulled apart by disconnection and arguments? Do you feel misunderstood at home or work? Maybe your life has changed beyond what is familiar or comfortable and you're not sure who you are today. Perhaps what was once important to you doesn’t feel as fulfilling, but identifying the missing ingredients feels challenging or foreign.
I enjoy working with couples to strengthen their relationship, helping them make the changes they desire in their lives and grow in ways that enhance and improves their relationships.
Brandy's primary area of focus is on premarital and marriage relationship counseling. She also works with adolescents, adults, and families struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem, grief, stress management and a variety of other issues. Brandy has additional experience in working with clients who have experienced domestic violence and sexual assault. Brandy strives to create an atmosphere in which her clients feel accepted while finding solutions and hope for the future. She is currently accepting new clients. For appointments, please call 864-205-9249
I enjoy working with couples to strengthen their relationship, helping them make the changes they desire in their lives and grow in ways that enhance and improves their relationships.
Brandy's primary area of focus is on premarital and marriage relationship counseling. She also works with adolescents, adults, and families struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem, grief, stress management and a variety of other issues. Brandy has additional experience in working with clients who have experienced domestic violence and sexual assault. Brandy strives to create an atmosphere in which her clients feel accepted while finding solutions and hope for the future. She is currently accepting new clients. For appointments, please call 864-205-9249
Allison Conroy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Greenville, SC 29601
I have significant experience and training in working with LGBTQ+ clients and couples in particular.
Welcome! I am a compassionate and dedicated therapist specializing in anxiety and trauma recovery. With sincerity, humor, and warmth, I strive to create a trusting and nurturing environment where clients can build capacity for self-compassion and resilience. I draw on my trainings in Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy (EFIT) and EMDR. I am also informed by Social Justice, Mindfulness, Somatic, and Internal Family Systems (IFS) frameworks. I help individuals and couples to connect with their bodies and emotions, enhance self-awareness, and foster more authentic relationships with themselves and others.
I have significant experience and training in working with LGBTQ+ clients and couples in particular.
Welcome! I am a compassionate and dedicated therapist specializing in anxiety and trauma recovery. With sincerity, humor, and warmth, I strive to create a trusting and nurturing environment where clients can build capacity for self-compassion and resilience. I draw on my trainings in Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy (EFIT) and EMDR. I am also informed by Social Justice, Mindfulness, Somatic, and Internal Family Systems (IFS) frameworks. I help individuals and couples to connect with their bodies and emotions, enhance self-awareness, and foster more authentic relationships with themselves and others.
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Couples Counseling Therapists
Does couples counseling work?
Research shows that couples counseling is effective; it can reduce relationship distress and improve emotional awareness, communication, empathy, intimacy, and overall relationship satisfaction. For example, emotionally focused therapy was found to be effective for about 75 percent of couples, and those benefits lasted at least two years.
When should a couple seek counseling?
Couples can benefit from counseling if they consistently struggle in their relationship. They may have lost the ability to communicate effectively, become entrenched in harmful patterns, begun to fight more than usual, broken the other’s trust, suffered from a mental or physical illness, or faced any number of other challenges. Many therapists offer free consultations, so if a couple isn’t sure whether therapy is necessary, asking directly can provide clarity.
How can I get my partner to go to couples therapy?
The decision to seek couples therapy is often driven by one partner, who then convinces the other to participate. When discussing the idea, the initiator should be direct and assertive. They can state the problems they see and explain how the relationship would benefit from therapy. In more serious cases, they can also explain how their relationship may suffer without making any changes or seeking professional help.
How does a couple prepare for couples counseling?
The anticipation of beginning couples counseling can be difficult—sometimes more difficult than the first session itself. Taking a few moments to reflect can allay those concerns: What are the current challenges? When and how did they begin? What do they want the relationship to look like in the future? Reflecting on these questions can help individuals or couples articulate their goals. Of course, the therapist will also ask questions and guide couples through the process.