Christian Therapists in Sumter, SC
Veeda Jene Smalls
Licensed Professional Counselor, CMHC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sumter, SC 29150
Services include: Individual Therapy, Family Therapy, Couples Therapy, Christian Counseling as well as EAP services for a variety of companies.
I believe every client is valuable & important regardless of the issues they struggle with. Helping clients recognize their worth, value & inner strengths & learn effective ways to use these strengths & not just focus on their weaknesses and struggles. It's helping clients identify what they can and can't control, manage what they can & learn how to let go or live with what they can't control. I believe everyone can begin again and there's no shame in asking for help in fact it is a strength.
Services include: Individual Therapy, Family Therapy, Couples Therapy, Christian Counseling as well as EAP services for a variety of companies.
I believe every client is valuable & important regardless of the issues they struggle with. Helping clients recognize their worth, value & inner strengths & learn effective ways to use these strengths & not just focus on their weaknesses and struggles. It's helping clients identify what they can and can't control, manage what they can & learn how to let go or live with what they can't control. I believe everyone can begin again and there's no shame in asking for help in fact it is a strength.
Gina Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MDiv, LISW-CP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sumter, SC 29150
When you face challenges in your life, it is helpful to have a guide to find your way. I would like to be your guide as you reconnect to yourself and others. I am dedicated to supporting you as you take steps to improve your life.
When you face challenges in your life, it is helpful to have a guide to find your way. I would like to be your guide as you reconnect to yourself and others. I am dedicated to supporting you as you take steps to improve your life.
Not currently accepting new clients. Do you feel a little off? Are you tired of feeling sad, anxious, insecure, lonely or less motivated than normal? Honestly, you are not alone! Life is hard and these last couple of years have thrown everyone for a loop. However, you deserve to feel happiness and joy. I promise, you were not put on this earth to just make it through the day, and reaching out is the first step to moving toward a more fulfilling and rewarding life! As a LMSW, I have made it my mission to help adolescents and adults cope healthfully with life challenges. I know that the idea of therapy can be intimidating.
Not currently accepting new clients. Do you feel a little off? Are you tired of feeling sad, anxious, insecure, lonely or less motivated than normal? Honestly, you are not alone! Life is hard and these last couple of years have thrown everyone for a loop. However, you deserve to feel happiness and joy. I promise, you were not put on this earth to just make it through the day, and reaching out is the first step to moving toward a more fulfilling and rewarding life! As a LMSW, I have made it my mission to help adolescents and adults cope healthfully with life challenges. I know that the idea of therapy can be intimidating.
After I retired from the Air Force, I was on a mission trip and became passionate about helping people to grow and become the best version of themself. I pursued and earned my master's degree in professional counseling from Liberty University. Navigating through life can be challenging and sometimes you need help. Taking that first step to admit you need help takes courage. You deserve to be heard and convey your story in a safe and caring environment. I am committed to helping you reach your fullest potential and empower you to find your own answers by understanding your story and instilling hope to change.
After I retired from the Air Force, I was on a mission trip and became passionate about helping people to grow and become the best version of themself. I pursued and earned my master's degree in professional counseling from Liberty University. Navigating through life can be challenging and sometimes you need help. Taking that first step to admit you need help takes courage. You deserve to be heard and convey your story in a safe and caring environment. I am committed to helping you reach your fullest potential and empower you to find your own answers by understanding your story and instilling hope to change.
In the face of the unthinkable, seeking help is an act of remarkable courage. Whether you've experienced the loss of a child, a spouse, a loved one, or even a career, the weight of trauma, grief, and hopelessness can suffocate. Motivation to heal may seem distant, and you find yourself trapped in memories, nightmares, and intense fear and anxiety. Promises of a brighter tomorrow remain unfulfilled. Life is too precious to stay trapped in the exhausting grip of grief. Let me be your guide toward the path of hope.
In the face of the unthinkable, seeking help is an act of remarkable courage. Whether you've experienced the loss of a child, a spouse, a loved one, or even a career, the weight of trauma, grief, and hopelessness can suffocate. Motivation to heal may seem distant, and you find yourself trapped in memories, nightmares, and intense fear and anxiety. Promises of a brighter tomorrow remain unfulfilled. Life is too precious to stay trapped in the exhausting grip of grief. Let me be your guide toward the path of hope.
Dr. Shaniqua Lesesne
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, EdD, LISW-CP, LCSW
Verified Verified
Sumter, SC 29150
Are you feeling stressed, overwhelmed, and exhausted in your day-to-day life? Do you feel like you’re on an emotional rollercoaster with more down days than ups? Or maybe you’re feeling stuck, unmotivated, and have lost your passion for the things that once brought you fulfillment? If you’re frustrated, losing faith, and feel that your situation is beyond your ability to repair, you’ve picked the right time to seek out someone who can help. Let’s work together to help you find the strategies needed to foster peace, clarity, and gain new perspectives as you start your journey towards renewal.
Are you feeling stressed, overwhelmed, and exhausted in your day-to-day life? Do you feel like you’re on an emotional rollercoaster with more down days than ups? Or maybe you’re feeling stuck, unmotivated, and have lost your passion for the things that once brought you fulfillment? If you’re frustrated, losing faith, and feel that your situation is beyond your ability to repair, you’ve picked the right time to seek out someone who can help. Let’s work together to help you find the strategies needed to foster peace, clarity, and gain new perspectives as you start your journey towards renewal.
Dr. Tia Buchanan, LPCS, LAC, M.A/PhD., NBCC, CCMHC
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPCLPCS, LAC, NBCCNCC, CCMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sumter, SC 29154 (Online Only)
I am an LPC, LPCS, LAC in SC, and LPC in Vermont. I have earned M.A. Counseling; M.A. Professional Mental Health Clinical Mental Health (CACREP); M.S. Forensic Psychology: Pediatrics Mental Health Population (Liberty University); Ph.D.; Play Therapy Certification (Capella); Master Black-Belt Six Sigma Certification (Purdue University). I am NBCC Board Certified NCE/National Certified Counselor, NCMHCE/Certified Clinical Mental Health Counselor. I am located in Zama Middle High School, Japan where I serve as ASCAS to provide clinical mental health on-site to all ZMHS student ID card holders, 6-12 grades and families.
I am an LPC, LPCS, LAC in SC, and LPC in Vermont. I have earned M.A. Counseling; M.A. Professional Mental Health Clinical Mental Health (CACREP); M.S. Forensic Psychology: Pediatrics Mental Health Population (Liberty University); Ph.D.; Play Therapy Certification (Capella); Master Black-Belt Six Sigma Certification (Purdue University). I am NBCC Board Certified NCE/National Certified Counselor, NCMHCE/Certified Clinical Mental Health Counselor. I am located in Zama Middle High School, Japan where I serve as ASCAS to provide clinical mental health on-site to all ZMHS student ID card holders, 6-12 grades and families.
Yvonne Lee
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MS, LPCA, NBCC
Verified Verified
Sumter, SC 29150
Wondering how your life and relationship have gotten so far off track? Do you spend more time remembering when things were great than looking forward to all you have yet to gain? If you have lost sight of who you are, I hope to help you get a fresh vision. Together, we can manage the many barriers, challenges, changes and stressors that life brings by accepting and forgiving your past, and developing an individualized plan for your future. It is easy to lose sight of your path when darkness surrounds. Together we can find some light to begin again.
Wondering how your life and relationship have gotten so far off track? Do you spend more time remembering when things were great than looking forward to all you have yet to gain? If you have lost sight of who you are, I hope to help you get a fresh vision. Together, we can manage the many barriers, challenges, changes and stressors that life brings by accepting and forgiving your past, and developing an individualized plan for your future. It is easy to lose sight of your path when darkness surrounds. Together we can find some light to begin again.
Karan Godette
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MEd, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
Sumter, SC 29154 (Online Only)
Serving clients in South Carolina and Montana. I am a veteran with over 20 years of experience working with veterans and their families. With a passion for healing and a commitment to fostering positive change, I have witnessed firsthand the profound effects of trauma and generational issues on individuals and families. My mission is to equip you with the tools and support needed to overcome psychological obstacles and build a strong, healthy foundation for a brighter future. Whether you are facing trauma, generational issues, or other life challenges, together, we can work towards lasting solutions and a renewed sense of hope.
Serving clients in South Carolina and Montana. I am a veteran with over 20 years of experience working with veterans and their families. With a passion for healing and a commitment to fostering positive change, I have witnessed firsthand the profound effects of trauma and generational issues on individuals and families. My mission is to equip you with the tools and support needed to overcome psychological obstacles and build a strong, healthy foundation for a brighter future. Whether you are facing trauma, generational issues, or other life challenges, together, we can work towards lasting solutions and a renewed sense of hope.
Beauty for Ashes Counseling, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Sumter, SC 29150
Our faith based counseling services incorporate both art and play therapy to offer adult, Children and Families relief from anxiety, depression, trauma, and PTSD.
Our faith based counseling services incorporate both art and play therapy to offer adult, Children and Families relief from anxiety, depression, trauma, and PTSD.
Cheryl Childers
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISWCPS, LPC, RPTS, ATR-BC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Sumter, SC 29150
As someone who has experienced past sexual & physical abuse or chronic illness, do you often wonder how to move past the overwhelming shame and pain? Have you tried everything but nothing seems to alleviate the flashbacks or unwanted memories? Do you want to understand dissociation better? Do you long to be free of anxiety depression & suicidal thoughts, longing for connection and worthiness, and to tell your story with a safe, non-judgmental person? Are you willing to examine thoughts, emotions, and behaviors and learn how to utilize your whole self, develop shame resilience—transform the way you live & love in your relationships?
As someone who has experienced past sexual & physical abuse or chronic illness, do you often wonder how to move past the overwhelming shame and pain? Have you tried everything but nothing seems to alleviate the flashbacks or unwanted memories? Do you want to understand dissociation better? Do you long to be free of anxiety depression & suicidal thoughts, longing for connection and worthiness, and to tell your story with a safe, non-judgmental person? Are you willing to examine thoughts, emotions, and behaviors and learn how to utilize your whole self, develop shame resilience—transform the way you live & love in your relationships?
Neidy Hernandez Kelly
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, LPC-A, NCC, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sumter, SC 29150
Help can come in many forms, but professional help can form the lasting results needed to thrive. I offer individual, family, and couples counseling and I’m committed to assisting each client move towards their goals by providing a safe space to explore, identify and challenge their needs, thoughts, behaviors, and goals. We all have different inner gifts, thought processes, and needs that motivate us to reach our goals, behave and think in certain ways. But there can be moments or seasons in life that are difficult and challenging in ways that we cannot understand or move past on our own. Allow me to help.
Help can come in many forms, but professional help can form the lasting results needed to thrive. I offer individual, family, and couples counseling and I’m committed to assisting each client move towards their goals by providing a safe space to explore, identify and challenge their needs, thoughts, behaviors, and goals. We all have different inner gifts, thought processes, and needs that motivate us to reach our goals, behave and think in certain ways. But there can be moments or seasons in life that are difficult and challenging in ways that we cannot understand or move past on our own. Allow me to help.
Tiffany Johnson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC, CCTP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Sumter, SC 29150 (Online Only)
Life can be very unpredictable. Things can get hectic, and you may need some help with sorting it all out. This is where I come in! I am skilled in the area of counseling, and I understand the gap between the client and resources. I am all about bridging the gap. I provide a safe, nonjudgmental environment, which allows you to freely express your emotions. My passion is working with individuals that experience anxiety, depression and trauma. I have several years of experience working with children, adolescence, veterans and families.
Life can be very unpredictable. Things can get hectic, and you may need some help with sorting it all out. This is where I come in! I am skilled in the area of counseling, and I understand the gap between the client and resources. I am all about bridging the gap. I provide a safe, nonjudgmental environment, which allows you to freely express your emotions. My passion is working with individuals that experience anxiety, depression and trauma. I have several years of experience working with children, adolescence, veterans and families.
Debra Ann Munford
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC/SC, LACS, CS, MAC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Sumter, SC 29150
Do you often feel as though no one understands what you're feeling? Are you having a hard time trusting others? Allow me to join you on your journey and to provide you with a positive, supportive, and therapeutic space to balance the stressors consuming your everyday lives.
Do you often feel as though no one understands what you're feeling? Are you having a hard time trusting others? Allow me to join you on your journey and to provide you with a positive, supportive, and therapeutic space to balance the stressors consuming your everyday lives.
Dr. Helene Goldsmith
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LPC/S, LAC
Verified Verified
Sumter, SC 29150
I knew I wanted to get into a career path that would make a difference in people’s lives. This interest led me to study psychological science and eventually become a private provider. As a Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Professional Supervisor and Licensed Addiction Counselor in the State of South Carolina, I am committed to the well-being of all people I serve. I go above and beyond to cater to their needs. I truly care for all of my clients, and work diligently to help find them the answers they seek. Since 2003, I have worked with a variety of patients dealing with circumstances that are unique to their lives.
I knew I wanted to get into a career path that would make a difference in people’s lives. This interest led me to study psychological science and eventually become a private provider. As a Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Professional Supervisor and Licensed Addiction Counselor in the State of South Carolina, I am committed to the well-being of all people I serve. I go above and beyond to cater to their needs. I truly care for all of my clients, and work diligently to help find them the answers they seek. Since 2003, I have worked with a variety of patients dealing with circumstances that are unique to their lives.
Mary Rose Pinckney
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, LMFTA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sumter, SC 29150 (Online Only)
Feeling overwhelmed, frustrated, or heartbroken by life's challenges? Struggling with work-life balance, perfectionism, or controlling tendencies? Ready to break free from repetitive cycles? If so, I am here to help. Life can be tough, and navigating transitions alone is hard. It helps to have someone walk with you through those challenges. If you choose to work with me, I will work to provide a safe and trusting relationship by ensuring you feel seen, heard, validated, and understood while in my presence. I like to meet every client where they are.
Feeling overwhelmed, frustrated, or heartbroken by life's challenges? Struggling with work-life balance, perfectionism, or controlling tendencies? Ready to break free from repetitive cycles? If so, I am here to help. Life can be tough, and navigating transitions alone is hard. It helps to have someone walk with you through those challenges. If you choose to work with me, I will work to provide a safe and trusting relationship by ensuring you feel seen, heard, validated, and understood while in my presence. I like to meet every client where they are.
D'Arion Johnston
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, EdS, LPCA, CPT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sumter, SC 29150
Not accepting new clients
Ever been in a situation where you felt like there was no escape? No where to run. No where to hide? Most importantly no one to talk to? When asked why I wanted to be a therapist, my reason why is for those individuals who feel as though there is nowhere to go. My why is for those who lost sight of happy endings because they have grown up through survival instead of being nurtured. My why is for those who feel trapped in discomfort and suffocated from their anxiety. My why is for you.
Ever been in a situation where you felt like there was no escape? No where to run. No where to hide? Most importantly no one to talk to? When asked why I wanted to be a therapist, my reason why is for those individuals who feel as though there is nowhere to go. My why is for those who lost sight of happy endings because they have grown up through survival instead of being nurtured. My why is for those who feel trapped in discomfort and suffocated from their anxiety. My why is for you.
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Hope-La Center for Therapy, Wellness, and Training
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, Dr, Darden, DSW, LISW-CP, /S
Verified Verified
Manning, SC 29102 (Online Only)
Are you struggling after recent a breast cancer diagnosis? Have you been feeling depressed, anxious, or unable to overcome the emotional trauma of coping with this illness? As someone who has thrived after my own breast cancer journey, I deeply understand the devastation and struggle that come with this news, including the negative thoughts and emotions that can challenge your faith. I also know that recovery, hope, and victory are possible. This journey isn't easy, but you and your loved ones have the strength to overcome it.
Are you struggling after recent a breast cancer diagnosis? Have you been feeling depressed, anxious, or unable to overcome the emotional trauma of coping with this illness? As someone who has thrived after my own breast cancer journey, I deeply understand the devastation and struggle that come with this news, including the negative thoughts and emotions that can challenge your faith. I also know that recovery, hope, and victory are possible. This journey isn't easy, but you and your loved ones have the strength to overcome it.
Online Therapists
Amy C.l. Kulbok
Licensed Professional Counselor, MACC, LPC, LPC-S, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Rock Hill, SC 29732
I largely practice secular counseling, but have a degree in Christian counseling, which means that my psychotherapy practices align with my Christian theology.
The basis of my practice is rooted in the promise of hope. I believe that we are all capable of moving toward healthier versions of ourselves that can result in more functional emotional responses, deeper, more satisfying relationships, and redeemed living. My goal is to be a helper that provides a safe place to begin to move toward positive change. I partner well with individuals and couples who are tired of dealing with dysfunction and are motivated to work toward being a better version of themselves.
I largely practice secular counseling, but have a degree in Christian counseling, which means that my psychotherapy practices align with my Christian theology.
The basis of my practice is rooted in the promise of hope. I believe that we are all capable of moving toward healthier versions of ourselves that can result in more functional emotional responses, deeper, more satisfying relationships, and redeemed living. My goal is to be a helper that provides a safe place to begin to move toward positive change. I partner well with individuals and couples who are tired of dealing with dysfunction and are motivated to work toward being a better version of themselves.
The SonShine Exchange Lelia Denise McKay
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, LPCSC
Verified Verified
Florence, SC 29501
I provide Christian Counseling for those who desire Biblical insights.
Are you lost? Lonely? Grieving? Acting or thinking in ways you don't understand? Looking for something more in your life? Not knowing what the next step is? Wanting to make big, positive changes (or even small ones) and don't know how? I love helping people explore their lives and themselves! Let's find out what's next, what's inside, what you want and who you are! We can talk, draw, play, sit... many ways to explore the issues you want to understand. Depression, anxiety, life transitions, grief & loss, childhood trauma. My goal is to help you find your best version of yourself. I LOVE helping others walk through any obstacle.
I provide Christian Counseling for those who desire Biblical insights.
Are you lost? Lonely? Grieving? Acting or thinking in ways you don't understand? Looking for something more in your life? Not knowing what the next step is? Wanting to make big, positive changes (or even small ones) and don't know how? I love helping people explore their lives and themselves! Let's find out what's next, what's inside, what you want and who you are! We can talk, draw, play, sit... many ways to explore the issues you want to understand. Depression, anxiety, life transitions, grief & loss, childhood trauma. My goal is to help you find your best version of yourself. I LOVE helping others walk through any obstacle.
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Why is it important for a therapist to be culturally sensitive?
Therapists and clients don’t need to share the same belief system or background to be able to work effectively together, but a therapist whose training includes a focus on cultural competence may be better able to form a therapeutic bond with individuals from a range of backgrounds, as they will have experience in tailoring their approach to each client—and will be prepared to acknowledge and consider the effects of culture, religion, and other factors on each individual.
Why is it important to find a therapist sensitive to Christian values?
Each person brings a unique history and background to therapy, making it important to find a licensed therapist who is trained in a broad range of treatment modalities. In addition, for people who grow up in a faith tradition that strongly influences the way they conduct their everyday life, finding a therapist who understands or shares that background can ease the disclosure of sensitive information and facilitate the therapeutic process. For some clients, a Christian therapist is likely to incorporate faith-based principles into emotional healing techniques.
How do I recognize an effective Christian therapist?
Christian therapists are licensed mental health professionals—holding a master’s or doctoral degree in medicine, nursing, psychology, counseling, social work, or marriage and family therapy—who are also familiar with Christian beliefs and values. They have an understanding of the importance that Christian principles play in the lives of individuals and families, which allows them to be especially sensitive to the kinds of struggles that can affect daily functioning. Like all effective therapists, a Christian therapist will have undergone training and certification in a variety of treatment modalities that help people through crises and enable them to master the challenges of life.
Why might someone feel comfortable with a Christian therapist?
While training, qualifications, and experience are always important, research has long established that a strong alliance between client and therapist is a major contributor to therapeutic success. An alliance is likely to be strengthened with a therapist who not only is responsive to questions and concerns but also shares a client’s faith and values. Sensitivity to spiritual matters as well as to everyday struggles can provide a welcome sense of safety and contribute to the bond between client and therapist, both of which support the therapeutic process.
Who is included in Psychology Today’s directory of Christian therapists?
The directory of Christian therapists includes professionals who have shared their background in their profiles. However, not all therapists choose to disclose this information, and they may not appear in search results for this reason. The directory also shows therapists who indicate that they have extensive experience working with Christian clients, regardless of their own background or religious affiliation.