Couples Counseling Therapists in Lexington, SC
I cannot make all your problems disappear and do not have all the answers, but I can partner with you on your journey towards healing & change, instill hope and help you work on your goals.
Life can be hard! Are you feeling weighed down by depression, crippled by anxiety, overwhelmed by stress? Are you doubting yourself and struggle with low self-esteem? Have you lost someone you love? Are you wondering if the person you are dating is a good match for you and how to build a healthy dating relationship? Do you feel helpless, seeing your marriage slowly falling apart? Do you struggle with the negative impacts your sex addiction has on your life and relationships? Have you been betrayed by the person you love the most? Even though life can be difficult, you do not have to face it alone.
I cannot make all your problems disappear and do not have all the answers, but I can partner with you on your journey towards healing & change, instill hope and help you work on your goals.
Life can be hard! Are you feeling weighed down by depression, crippled by anxiety, overwhelmed by stress? Are you doubting yourself and struggle with low self-esteem? Have you lost someone you love? Are you wondering if the person you are dating is a good match for you and how to build a healthy dating relationship? Do you feel helpless, seeing your marriage slowly falling apart? Do you struggle with the negative impacts your sex addiction has on your life and relationships? Have you been betrayed by the person you love the most? Even though life can be difficult, you do not have to face it alone.
Jill Smith & Associates Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-CP, S
Verified Verified
13 Endorsed
Lexington, SC 29072
We see all ages and stages: Children, adolescents, adults, couples and families.
Jill Smith and Associates Counseling is a thriving, modern team of therapists with offices in Lexington and Columbia, SC. Our goal is true excellence in psychotherapy. If you have been putting off starting your therapy journey , come to JSA to see what all the fuss is about. We have room for you and can typically schedule you within a week.
We see all ages and stages: Children, adolescents, adults, couples and families.
Jill Smith and Associates Counseling is a thriving, modern team of therapists with offices in Lexington and Columbia, SC. Our goal is true excellence in psychotherapy. If you have been putting off starting your therapy journey , come to JSA to see what all the fuss is about. We have room for you and can typically schedule you within a week.
I believe that behind every problem lies the powerful desire for something better. In addition to working with couples and families, my expertise is in therapy with adolescents (13+) and adults, both gay and straight. I use research-based therapies that offer practical methods and skills that build emotional flexibility, self-awareness and resilience. Many of my clients are working to become free of self-defeating patterns resulting from emotional neglect in early or adolescent development. My typical client is intelligent and responsible as well as anxious and stressed, lonely, depressed or angry.
I believe that behind every problem lies the powerful desire for something better. In addition to working with couples and families, my expertise is in therapy with adolescents (13+) and adults, both gay and straight. I use research-based therapies that offer practical methods and skills that build emotional flexibility, self-awareness and resilience. Many of my clients are working to become free of self-defeating patterns resulting from emotional neglect in early or adolescent development. My typical client is intelligent and responsible as well as anxious and stressed, lonely, depressed or angry.
I believe that healing and emotional growth are ongoing processes, and that they truly continue throughout our lives. We are constantly breaking, repairing, learning. We are evolving in every moment. At times, however, we find ourselves stuck in the breakage. Unable to find the bend. Paused in the darkness and depth. Whether it is early childhood trauma or a current life situation; an unhealthy attachment or a tragic loss; low self-worth or misguided aggression...with mindfulness, awareness and a deep and connected relationship with a counselor, we can learn to find our way again.
I believe that healing and emotional growth are ongoing processes, and that they truly continue throughout our lives. We are constantly breaking, repairing, learning. We are evolving in every moment. At times, however, we find ourselves stuck in the breakage. Unable to find the bend. Paused in the darkness and depth. Whether it is early childhood trauma or a current life situation; an unhealthy attachment or a tragic loss; low self-worth or misguided aggression...with mindfulness, awareness and a deep and connected relationship with a counselor, we can learn to find our way again.
Dr. Omar Troutman
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, NCC, BC-TMH, LPC, LPCS
Verified Verified
Lexington, SC 29072 (Online Only)
In practice since 2009, I've had the privilege to work with children, adolescents, families, adults, couples, and individuals with disabilities. While I seek to help everyone, I have an extensive background in providing services to the LGBTQQIA+ community as well as a firm foundation in multicultural considerations in counseling, couple dynamics, and family systems. In choosing to work with me, you can expect that I’ll engage you on an existential, cognitive, and/or systemic level with a healthy dose of humor as appropriate. Our community is under attack at the moment, let me help you weather the storm.
In practice since 2009, I've had the privilege to work with children, adolescents, families, adults, couples, and individuals with disabilities. While I seek to help everyone, I have an extensive background in providing services to the LGBTQQIA+ community as well as a firm foundation in multicultural considerations in counseling, couple dynamics, and family systems. In choosing to work with me, you can expect that I’ll engage you on an existential, cognitive, and/or systemic level with a healthy dose of humor as appropriate. Our community is under attack at the moment, let me help you weather the storm.
Restoration Marriage & Family Counseling Svc
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Lexington, SC 29072
Children, adolescents, couples, individuals and families are welcome here at Restoration.
Restoration Marriage and Family Counseling Service is a place of Refuge, Healing and Love. As a Marriage and Family Therapist my goal is to provide psychotherapy and pastoral counseling that will promote building healthy relationships and to contribute to the development of a strong community.
Children, adolescents, couples, individuals and families are welcome here at Restoration.
Restoration Marriage and Family Counseling Service is a place of Refuge, Healing and Love. As a Marriage and Family Therapist my goal is to provide psychotherapy and pastoral counseling that will promote building healthy relationships and to contribute to the development of a strong community.
Nicole Deems Consultation, LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LAC, CS, RYT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lexington, SC 29072
I work from a trauma-informed perspective in therapy and believe the therapy relationship opens up opportunities for meaningful healing.
If you are looking for support, clarity and opportunity to overcome life's challenges, I can help. I believe that change is hard but not impossible. My goal is to impact the overall wellness of your mind, body and spirit to help you live your most authentic life. I treat adolescents and adults in individual, couple or family sessions. I have completed 200hr Yoga Teacher Training to incorporate aspects of mindfulness, meditation and physical wellbeing.
I work from a trauma-informed perspective in therapy and believe the therapy relationship opens up opportunities for meaningful healing.
If you are looking for support, clarity and opportunity to overcome life's challenges, I can help. I believe that change is hard but not impossible. My goal is to impact the overall wellness of your mind, body and spirit to help you live your most authentic life. I treat adolescents and adults in individual, couple or family sessions. I have completed 200hr Yoga Teacher Training to incorporate aspects of mindfulness, meditation and physical wellbeing.
I have over 15 years of experience working with children, adults, couples, families and veterans of various faiths and world views within schools, residential centers, psychiatric hospitals, community mental health and military installations.
In any life one can become stuck, suffering in confusion, lost in the pain of a failing relationship or endlessly trying to break free from a destructive cycle. If your troubles are too big to fix on your own, don't give up. There are reasonable solutions. There is hope. My name is John Conway, LPC. I will be your counselor. My clients report feeling truly understood for the first time in their lives; that they have renewed hope and enthusiasm. If this is what you are looking for, then let's get started. Please give me a call today.
I have over 15 years of experience working with children, adults, couples, families and veterans of various faiths and world views within schools, residential centers, psychiatric hospitals, community mental health and military installations.
In any life one can become stuck, suffering in confusion, lost in the pain of a failing relationship or endlessly trying to break free from a destructive cycle. If your troubles are too big to fix on your own, don't give up. There are reasonable solutions. There is hope. My name is John Conway, LPC. I will be your counselor. My clients report feeling truly understood for the first time in their lives; that they have renewed hope and enthusiasm. If this is what you are looking for, then let's get started. Please give me a call today.
Do you feel lonely or disconnected? Do you feel discontent or misunderstood? Are you experiencing conflict in your relationship? I get it — life is HARD! And sometimes it’s hard to ask for help. My passion is helping people and I'm here to help you. Whether it's repairing a struggling relationship, transitioning through a new stage of life, restoring life after a trauma, or discovering new potential, I am honored to walk alongside you and provide hope, insight, strength, and inspiration to help you along your journey.
Do you feel lonely or disconnected? Do you feel discontent or misunderstood? Are you experiencing conflict in your relationship? I get it — life is HARD! And sometimes it’s hard to ask for help. My passion is helping people and I'm here to help you. Whether it's repairing a struggling relationship, transitioning through a new stage of life, restoring life after a trauma, or discovering new potential, I am honored to walk alongside you and provide hope, insight, strength, and inspiration to help you along your journey.
Bogan Avery
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS-MFT, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lexington, SC 29072
As a therapist I attempt to engage people where they are as well as challenge them to move in a direction that will offer the health they are looking for within their own self, relationship with others, and relationship with God.
Hello my name is Bogan Avery! I am a certified Licensed Professional Counselor, and am also Christian counselor. I have experienced working with a number of issues such as depression, anxiety, family issues, relational issues, anger management, self-harm, bi-polar disorder, and autism. I have received my training and Masters degree in Marriage and Family therapy from Harding University. The experiences I engaged in at Harding were and will forever be some of the most life altering and eye opening experiences; this is what drives me to continue in working with families and individuals in therapy.
As a therapist I attempt to engage people where they are as well as challenge them to move in a direction that will offer the health they are looking for within their own self, relationship with others, and relationship with God.
Hello my name is Bogan Avery! I am a certified Licensed Professional Counselor, and am also Christian counselor. I have experienced working with a number of issues such as depression, anxiety, family issues, relational issues, anger management, self-harm, bi-polar disorder, and autism. I have received my training and Masters degree in Marriage and Family therapy from Harding University. The experiences I engaged in at Harding were and will forever be some of the most life altering and eye opening experiences; this is what drives me to continue in working with families and individuals in therapy.
Miles Carlisle Johnson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Lexington, SC 29072
I am dedicated to helping individuals & couples make a positive change in their lives.
My ideal client is someone who needs help making the transition to a more positive life. This could be helping a young person make the transition into fully independent adulthood or a couple transition into a more loving and mutually respectful relationship. I can help clients with anger, anxiety, depression and self esteem issues. I tailor my approach to therapy for the individual client, drawing from many different therapeutic disciplines. I am most comfortable with REBT/CBT, but I sometimes use some Narrative, and Solution Focused techniques. Whatever works best to help the client make a positive change in their life.
I am dedicated to helping individuals & couples make a positive change in their lives.
My ideal client is someone who needs help making the transition to a more positive life. This could be helping a young person make the transition into fully independent adulthood or a couple transition into a more loving and mutually respectful relationship. I can help clients with anger, anxiety, depression and self esteem issues. I tailor my approach to therapy for the individual client, drawing from many different therapeutic disciplines. I am most comfortable with REBT/CBT, but I sometimes use some Narrative, and Solution Focused techniques. Whatever works best to help the client make a positive change in their life.
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Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lexington, SC 29072 (Online Only)
I have helped a diverse array of clients dealing with concerns such as: stress and anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, family conflict, grief, loss, and anger management.
It never ceases to amaze me how quickly this world can beat us down. It seems that we take just one step forward, and life knocks us two steps backward. Life is hard enough as an individual, but when you add a relationship it gets down right messy. People disagree, argue, and inevitably hurt each other. Unfortunately we were created to be social beings. We were made to be a part of something bigger than ourselves. The circumstances of our lives can lead us to feel insecure, or unimportant. It's the lies we choose to believe that inevitably grow the problems that we experience. You can choose to think differently. I can help.
I have helped a diverse array of clients dealing with concerns such as: stress and anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, family conflict, grief, loss, and anger management.
It never ceases to amaze me how quickly this world can beat us down. It seems that we take just one step forward, and life knocks us two steps backward. Life is hard enough as an individual, but when you add a relationship it gets down right messy. People disagree, argue, and inevitably hurt each other. Unfortunately we were created to be social beings. We were made to be a part of something bigger than ourselves. The circumstances of our lives can lead us to feel insecure, or unimportant. It's the lies we choose to believe that inevitably grow the problems that we experience. You can choose to think differently. I can help.
Dr. Mari Bloing-Hart
Master Social Worker, PhD, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lexington, SC 29072
My Strengths include, but are not limited to:
Cognitive Disorders
Depression
Women's Issues
Marital/ Relationship Issues
Hypnosis (HypnoBehavioral Therapy)
EMDR
Alternative LifeStyle Issues
Issues Treated :
Addictions
Adolescent
Alternative Lifestyles
Anger Management
Anxiety/Panic
Children
Codependency
Crisis Counseling
Depression
DID
Divorce Counseling
Eating Disorders
Family
Forensics
Gay/Lesbian
Grief/Loss
Issues Of Abuse
Mens Issues.
I understand how important emotional, mental, physical, and spiritual health are for each of us, and I am dedicated to the process and journey to see that this is accomplished to the best of my abilities. I have been a practicing therapist for over 30 years.
I have a breadth of training and experience.I am ethical,promoting high professional standards.
I am caring and thorough, with a significant amount of compassion. My style is somewhat straight-forward, and I tend to tell it like I see it, hoping to help people move forward in a positive, but short term way.
My Strengths include, but are not limited to:
Cognitive Disorders
Depression
Women's Issues
Marital/ Relationship Issues
Hypnosis (HypnoBehavioral Therapy)
EMDR
Alternative LifeStyle Issues
Issues Treated :
Addictions
Adolescent
Alternative Lifestyles
Anger Management
Anxiety/Panic
Children
Codependency
Crisis Counseling
Depression
DID
Divorce Counseling
Eating Disorders
Family
Forensics
Gay/Lesbian
Grief/Loss
Issues Of Abuse
Mens Issues.
I understand how important emotional, mental, physical, and spiritual health are for each of us, and I am dedicated to the process and journey to see that this is accomplished to the best of my abilities. I have been a practicing therapist for over 30 years.
I have a breadth of training and experience.I am ethical,promoting high professional standards.
I am caring and thorough, with a significant amount of compassion. My style is somewhat straight-forward, and I tend to tell it like I see it, hoping to help people move forward in a positive, but short term way.
I believe that everyone is worthy of compassionate care and living a life that draws from a deep well of peace, hope and joy. I hope to partner with clients who desire to navigate life's challenges in a way that feels true to who they are, honors their journey and promotes holistic well-being.
I believe that everyone is worthy of compassionate care and living a life that draws from a deep well of peace, hope and joy. I hope to partner with clients who desire to navigate life's challenges in a way that feels true to who they are, honors their journey and promotes holistic well-being.
Columbia Counseling & Therapy
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, LPC, MASC
Verified Verified
Lexington, SC 29072
I specialize in Life Transitions & Adjustments, Marriage & Couples Counseling, Anxiety, Stress Management, Depression, Mood Disorders, Intimacy, Inadequacy, Trauma Management (PTSD), Self-Exploration & Identity, Addiction Recovery (substance, behavior, sexual, technology), and Men’s Issues.
I have many years of successful experience helping individuals and couples understand and change the thoughts, patterns, and behaviors causing distress, frustration, and emotional pain. I work to help you understand, define, and make a reality of what it means to live your happy life. I am committed to giving you the tools that empower you to become whatever you aspire to be – now and in the long-term future. I strive to provide a comfortable and non-judgmental environment where you feel safe talking about the things that are most difficult to discuss. I’m available for clients of all ages, genders, and orientations.
I specialize in Life Transitions & Adjustments, Marriage & Couples Counseling, Anxiety, Stress Management, Depression, Mood Disorders, Intimacy, Inadequacy, Trauma Management (PTSD), Self-Exploration & Identity, Addiction Recovery (substance, behavior, sexual, technology), and Men’s Issues.
I have many years of successful experience helping individuals and couples understand and change the thoughts, patterns, and behaviors causing distress, frustration, and emotional pain. I work to help you understand, define, and make a reality of what it means to live your happy life. I am committed to giving you the tools that empower you to become whatever you aspire to be – now and in the long-term future. I strive to provide a comfortable and non-judgmental environment where you feel safe talking about the things that are most difficult to discuss. I’m available for clients of all ages, genders, and orientations.
I treat individuals affected by a variety of different issues, including depression, anxiety, grief and loss, trauma, PTSD, sexual trauma, relationship issues, domestic violence, racism and discrimination, and geriatric/end-of-life issues.
My name is Kwan Shanori Carlos, LISW-CP and I help individuals discover the deep-rooted issues that have created emotional imbalances in their lives, so that they can stop allowing their past to define their future, become more confident and take control of their lives. I strive to create an open environment where clients can speak freely about their struggles with the assurance that this information will be received in a nonjudgmental environment with compassion. Seeking help takes courage, and I would be honored to join you on your journey.
I treat individuals affected by a variety of different issues, including depression, anxiety, grief and loss, trauma, PTSD, sexual trauma, relationship issues, domestic violence, racism and discrimination, and geriatric/end-of-life issues.
My name is Kwan Shanori Carlos, LISW-CP and I help individuals discover the deep-rooted issues that have created emotional imbalances in their lives, so that they can stop allowing their past to define their future, become more confident and take control of their lives. I strive to create an open environment where clients can speak freely about their struggles with the assurance that this information will be received in a nonjudgmental environment with compassion. Seeking help takes courage, and I would be honored to join you on your journey.
Justin Gasdia
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MA, LPCA
Verified Verified
Lexington, SC 29072
I serve as a collaborative partner to help you feel safe as you work to achieve your goals.
Life is often hard, no matter who you are. The story of our lives are filled with moments and seasons of challenge, change, and confusion. Life is filled with many deeply transformative experiences, for both good and bad. Thus, it's easy to feel overwhelmed. Especially if we feel like there are few people who can offer meaningful help. Fortunately, life also offers significant positive growth and healing opportunities. These opportunities can create a pathway, orienting us toward the direction we want to go. That's when we begin to better position ourselves to experience the outcomes in life we hope to achieve.
I serve as a collaborative partner to help you feel safe as you work to achieve your goals.
Life is often hard, no matter who you are. The story of our lives are filled with moments and seasons of challenge, change, and confusion. Life is filled with many deeply transformative experiences, for both good and bad. Thus, it's easy to feel overwhelmed. Especially if we feel like there are few people who can offer meaningful help. Fortunately, life also offers significant positive growth and healing opportunities. These opportunities can create a pathway, orienting us toward the direction we want to go. That's when we begin to better position ourselves to experience the outcomes in life we hope to achieve.
Dr. Aneta B Hopkins - Wellness Counseling Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LPCS, LPC, CCMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lexington, SC 29072
In addition to my 19 years of experience as a child, adolescent, family, couple, and relationship therapist, I have presented at national conferences and to general audiences on various topics.
Life has a way of throwing us challenges that are difficult to handle without support. Whether you have experienced a loss, are having issues within your relationships, changes are occurring in your life, you are experiencing higher stress, feeling overwhelmed, or simply just want to talk to someone I am here for you, I will partner with you to help you move your life in the direction you want. I have 19 years of experience counseling children, adults, couples, and families and am here to offer you support as you push through the obstacles in the way of your path to good health and well-being.
In addition to my 19 years of experience as a child, adolescent, family, couple, and relationship therapist, I have presented at national conferences and to general audiences on various topics.
Life has a way of throwing us challenges that are difficult to handle without support. Whether you have experienced a loss, are having issues within your relationships, changes are occurring in your life, you are experiencing higher stress, feeling overwhelmed, or simply just want to talk to someone I am here for you, I will partner with you to help you move your life in the direction you want. I have 19 years of experience counseling children, adults, couples, and families and am here to offer you support as you push through the obstacles in the way of your path to good health and well-being.
Andrea Atias LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Lexington, SC 29072 (Online Only)
I provide counseling to teens and adults; individuals, couples, and families; with a trauma informed, diversity informed, LGBTQ inclusive approach. My approach to therapy is foremost client centered. I view the role of the therapist as "helper" or "sidekick." While I will contribute my know-how, I am aware that my clients know the "what" and that we discover the "why" together in our sessions. In sessions, my objectives are your objectives. I think that perspective is vital to empowering you so that together we can accomplish the goals that caused you to seek counseling. Feeling safe and supported is vital.
I provide counseling to teens and adults; individuals, couples, and families; with a trauma informed, diversity informed, LGBTQ inclusive approach. My approach to therapy is foremost client centered. I view the role of the therapist as "helper" or "sidekick." While I will contribute my know-how, I am aware that my clients know the "what" and that we discover the "why" together in our sessions. In sessions, my objectives are your objectives. I think that perspective is vital to empowering you so that together we can accomplish the goals that caused you to seek counseling. Feeling safe and supported is vital.
I have level 1 training in Gottman Couples Therapy.
For the past 20 years I've served as a youth minister, caring for students age preschool through college. I am passionate about young people but more specifically their families they belong to. I desire is to see families healed and whole. I received by Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy in May of 2024. I am currently pursuing my license. I am under supervision at Heritage Family Institute with Susan Tankersley, LMFT-S.
I have level 1 training in Gottman Couples Therapy.
For the past 20 years I've served as a youth minister, caring for students age preschool through college. I am passionate about young people but more specifically their families they belong to. I desire is to see families healed and whole. I received by Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy in May of 2024. I am currently pursuing my license. I am under supervision at Heritage Family Institute with Susan Tankersley, LMFT-S.
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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.