Depression Therapists in West Columbia, SC
Olivia Sitton
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
West Columbia, SC 29169
Waitlist for new clients
You are here because you are feeling stuck, afraid, desperate, lost, or engaging in excessive overthinking and negative thoughts. Making the decision to start therapy is one of the toughest, scariest, and most intimidating choices to make in life, so I would like to be the first to congratulate you on taking this “leap of faith” and starting your healing journey. My treatment focuses primarily on treating children (10 years and older), adolescents, young adults, and adults with past trauma, depression, low self-esteem, college/student issues, grief, and women's issues.
You are here because you are feeling stuck, afraid, desperate, lost, or engaging in excessive overthinking and negative thoughts. Making the decision to start therapy is one of the toughest, scariest, and most intimidating choices to make in life, so I would like to be the first to congratulate you on taking this “leap of faith” and starting your healing journey. My treatment focuses primarily on treating children (10 years and older), adolescents, young adults, and adults with past trauma, depression, low self-esteem, college/student issues, grief, and women's issues.
Let me start off by saying I understand what it is like looking for a therapist. You want to find someone that you can feel comfortable with and can trust. I give you, the most important person in the room, the safe space you need to talk about the issues that plague you. I will help you recognize any negative and challenging thoughts and give you the ‘tools’ needed to change those thought patterns. I help those that are dealing with depression, anxiety, grief, life transitions and more to move past those feelings of 'being stuck'.
Let me start off by saying I understand what it is like looking for a therapist. You want to find someone that you can feel comfortable with and can trust. I give you, the most important person in the room, the safe space you need to talk about the issues that plague you. I will help you recognize any negative and challenging thoughts and give you the ‘tools’ needed to change those thought patterns. I help those that are dealing with depression, anxiety, grief, life transitions and more to move past those feelings of 'being stuck'.
My areas of focus include life change and adjustment, depression and anxiety, substance use, and goal setting.
Need help finding the road back to yourself? Do you feel empty or lost and you don't know what to do? Maybe you're looking for someone to set you on the right path or a caring ear to listen. Well, I'm glad you found me! I would love to help!
My areas of focus include life change and adjustment, depression and anxiety, substance use, and goal setting.
Need help finding the road back to yourself? Do you feel empty or lost and you don't know what to do? Maybe you're looking for someone to set you on the right path or a caring ear to listen. Well, I'm glad you found me! I would love to help!
Antoinette Nipper
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-CP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Columbia, SC 29172 (Online Only)
I believe in providing quality services and working with those by addressing a wide range of issues including trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, poor self-esteem and stress management.
Life can be hard and just "raggedy" at times. I know and I get it. For some, reaching out for help is the last thing you may want to do but I would love to walk with you on your journey to healing. Would you believe me if I told you that the answers you are seeking are already within you? I will merely be your guide and safe place to allow you to discover these answers. There is so much more in store for you versus the current narrative you have been rehearsing to yourself.
I believe in providing quality services and working with those by addressing a wide range of issues including trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, poor self-esteem and stress management.
Life can be hard and just "raggedy" at times. I know and I get it. For some, reaching out for help is the last thing you may want to do but I would love to walk with you on your journey to healing. Would you believe me if I told you that the answers you are seeking are already within you? I will merely be your guide and safe place to allow you to discover these answers. There is so much more in store for you versus the current narrative you have been rehearsing to yourself.
Jenny R Bouknight
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW-CP
Verified Verified
West Columbia, SC 29169
Feeling lost and overwhelmed by all the decisions and choices you are faced with daily can be stressful and exhausting, and stress can be magnified by the constant changes everyone experiences. These changes in relationships, your roles in school or workplace, family situations, and demands from others can all make you feel anxious, depressed...helpless. The isolation and loneliness we experienced during the pandemic did not evaporate when the crisis was contained, and now we are forced to cope new stressors. Depression, anxiety, increased substance use have been noted. But help & healing are available .
Feeling lost and overwhelmed by all the decisions and choices you are faced with daily can be stressful and exhausting, and stress can be magnified by the constant changes everyone experiences. These changes in relationships, your roles in school or workplace, family situations, and demands from others can all make you feel anxious, depressed...helpless. The isolation and loneliness we experienced during the pandemic did not evaporate when the crisis was contained, and now we are forced to cope new stressors. Depression, anxiety, increased substance use have been noted. But help & healing are available .
Dallas W. Kuhn
Licensed Professional Counselor, MRC, LPC, AADC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
West Columbia, SC 29169
Feeling stuck, depressed, anxious, overwhelmed, and misunderstood? Does your life lack meaning and purpose? Are you struggling with substance abuse, alcohol, or other addictions and feel your life is out of control? Are you not living the life you want? I know how you feel, and I can help. Our journey in life can sometimes be difficult, frightening, and painful. However, it’s through these moments that we find opportunity for our greatest growth, to become our genuine self, who we are meant to be.
Feeling stuck, depressed, anxious, overwhelmed, and misunderstood? Does your life lack meaning and purpose? Are you struggling with substance abuse, alcohol, or other addictions and feel your life is out of control? Are you not living the life you want? I know how you feel, and I can help. Our journey in life can sometimes be difficult, frightening, and painful. However, it’s through these moments that we find opportunity for our greatest growth, to become our genuine self, who we are meant to be.
Sheryl McAlhaney
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MRC, LPC, LAC
Verified Verified
West Columbia, SC 29169
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.
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.
Michelle helps those who are dealing with depression, anxiety, grief, life transitions, and more to move past those feelings of "being stuck.
Michelle Benson is a Licensed Professional Counselor in South Carolina who has been practicing since 2021. She graduated in 2018 with a Bachelor's degree in both Psychology and Behavioral Sciences from Columbia College. She earned her Master's degree in 2021 from Lenoir-Rhyne University. She is currently working towards her PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision from Capella University. Michelle understands what it is like looking for a therapist. You want to find someone that you can feel comfortable with and can trust.
Michelle helps those who are dealing with depression, anxiety, grief, life transitions, and more to move past those feelings of "being stuck.
Michelle Benson is a Licensed Professional Counselor in South Carolina who has been practicing since 2021. She graduated in 2018 with a Bachelor's degree in both Psychology and Behavioral Sciences from Columbia College. She earned her Master's degree in 2021 from Lenoir-Rhyne University. She is currently working towards her PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision from Capella University. Michelle understands what it is like looking for a therapist. You want to find someone that you can feel comfortable with and can trust.
Maggie commonly works with survivors of sexual assault, as well as a wide range of mental health concerns, including adjustment disorders, depression, anxiety, trauma and stress-related disorders, trouble with functioning, and interpersonal relationships.
Maggie Malaney is a Licensed Professional Counselor in South Carolina who has been practicing since 2015. She has an MA CMHC from South University and a BA Experimental Psychology from the University of South Carolina. Ready for change? Maggie believes change begins to happen when you feel seen, heard, and understood in the situations you are struggling with. Without this support, people often feel isolated, irritable, confused, shame, or helpless that their situation will get better. Maggie strives to create a safe and non-judgmental space so that you do not have to face things alone. You don't have to feel stuck.
Maggie commonly works with survivors of sexual assault, as well as a wide range of mental health concerns, including adjustment disorders, depression, anxiety, trauma and stress-related disorders, trouble with functioning, and interpersonal relationships.
Maggie Malaney is a Licensed Professional Counselor in South Carolina who has been practicing since 2015. She has an MA CMHC from South University and a BA Experimental Psychology from the University of South Carolina. Ready for change? Maggie believes change begins to happen when you feel seen, heard, and understood in the situations you are struggling with. Without this support, people often feel isolated, irritable, confused, shame, or helpless that their situation will get better. Maggie strives to create a safe and non-judgmental space so that you do not have to face things alone. You don't have to feel stuck.
Nancy M. Winston is a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor in South Carolina who has been practicing since 2007. She attended Indiana Wesleyan University for undergraduate and graduate education. Nancy has a passion for helping people as life can be challenging and tough. Making the first step toward healing can be difficult. Nancy works with individuals, couples, and families to help them to move from stuck areas in their life. Her experience has afforded her to ability to address issues in parenting, sexual trauma, abuse, PTSD, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, stress, and ADHD.
Nancy M. Winston is a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor in South Carolina who has been practicing since 2007. She attended Indiana Wesleyan University for undergraduate and graduate education. Nancy has a passion for helping people as life can be challenging and tough. Making the first step toward healing can be difficult. Nancy works with individuals, couples, and families to help them to move from stuck areas in their life. Her experience has afforded her to ability to address issues in parenting, sexual trauma, abuse, PTSD, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, stress, and ADHD.
Diane K Holzmann
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
West Columbia, SC 29169 (Online Only)
I help those who are going through the struggles/pain/stresses of life and are wanting to grow in their relationship to their higher power and others even during the challenge. I lived overseas 23 years and worked with many clients dealing with anxiety, depression, cultural/ethical issues, grief, marital issues, crises, women's issues, and stress. I am fluent in German and English and have counseled many years in German.
I help those who are going through the struggles/pain/stresses of life and are wanting to grow in their relationship to their higher power and others even during the challenge. I lived overseas 23 years and worked with many clients dealing with anxiety, depression, cultural/ethical issues, grief, marital issues, crises, women's issues, and stress. I am fluent in German and English and have counseled many years in German.
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Dr. Mari Bloing-Hart
Master Social Worker, PhD, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Columbia, SC 29170
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.
Darius Poitier
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LISW-CP, MBA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Columbia, SC 29169
Are you having difficulty navigating your life currently? Are you experiencing anxiety and/or depression? Are you struggling to figure out the next steps in your life? Are you unhappy in your current relationship? Are struggling with the "new" normal? Are you asking yourself, why is this happening to me? Do you ask yourself "Now what" ? Having self-esteem issues? Are you struggling with anger management? If you answer yes to any of these questions I am the therapist for you. I am an experienced therapist who has assisted many clients in overcoming mental, emotional, and relational distress.
Are you having difficulty navigating your life currently? Are you experiencing anxiety and/or depression? Are you struggling to figure out the next steps in your life? Are you unhappy in your current relationship? Are struggling with the "new" normal? Are you asking yourself, why is this happening to me? Do you ask yourself "Now what" ? Having self-esteem issues? Are you struggling with anger management? If you answer yes to any of these questions I am the therapist for you. I am an experienced therapist who has assisted many clients in overcoming mental, emotional, and relational distress.
Katharine Hartmann
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-CP, LCSW, VSP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Columbia, SC 29169
I have experience working with children, teens, young adults, and parents to address concerns such as trauma, depression, and anxiety.
Let's turn the page together. I am not the expert on your story or your experiences, nor can I change the events that brought you here, but I can help support you as you write your new chapter.
I have experience working with children, teens, young adults, and parents to address concerns such as trauma, depression, and anxiety.
Let's turn the page together. I am not the expert on your story or your experiences, nor can I change the events that brought you here, but I can help support you as you write your new chapter.
Christa D Samuels
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, NCC, LPCA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Columbia, SC 29170
Whether it be ADHD or anxiety, depression, grief, or substance use related, I am here to help.
Therapy may not be the first thing you think about during tough times. However it may be the right step to take to get to that desired place in your life. I am a Licensed Professional Counseling Associate who has a passion for working with children, adolescents, and adults that struggle with mental health and behavioral health conditions as well as individuals who seek to explore and execute personal and professional goals, but would benefit from guidance on how to navigate through different obstacles that they may be facing.
Whether it be ADHD or anxiety, depression, grief, or substance use related, I am here to help.
Therapy may not be the first thing you think about during tough times. However it may be the right step to take to get to that desired place in your life. I am a Licensed Professional Counseling Associate who has a passion for working with children, adolescents, and adults that struggle with mental health and behavioral health conditions as well as individuals who seek to explore and execute personal and professional goals, but would benefit from guidance on how to navigate through different obstacles that they may be facing.
TeleTherap
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, LISW-CP, BC-TMH
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Columbia, SC 29169 (Online Only)
We specialize in Telemental Health treatment of various issues, including anxiety and depression.
Constant fear, sadness, and complex relationship issues can turn your life into an emotional battleground. We are here for you, offering a safe space to process and develop tools to navigate the challenges in your life.
We specialize in Telemental Health treatment of various issues, including anxiety and depression.
Constant fear, sadness, and complex relationship issues can turn your life into an emotional battleground. We are here for you, offering a safe space to process and develop tools to navigate the challenges in your life.
Sam Solomon
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, LPCA, NCC
Verified Verified
West Columbia, SC 29169
I have experience working with adults and adolescents from a wide range of backgrounds dealing with issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, anger, obsessive compulsive disorder, relationship issues, self esteem, stress, and substance abuse.
Have you been struggling to cope in your daily life? Have you been feeling like you aren't living the life you want, but you don't know how to change it or where to start? I am here to help you start taking steps towards creating the life you want for yourself. You are already taking one of the most difficult steps by deciding to reach out for help! I am committed to creating a safe, compassionate, and supportive environment for you as you navigate life's challenges. I will partner with you to help you work through past and current challenges and begin to implement positive changes in your life.
I have experience working with adults and adolescents from a wide range of backgrounds dealing with issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, anger, obsessive compulsive disorder, relationship issues, self esteem, stress, and substance abuse.
Have you been struggling to cope in your daily life? Have you been feeling like you aren't living the life you want, but you don't know how to change it or where to start? I am here to help you start taking steps towards creating the life you want for yourself. You are already taking one of the most difficult steps by deciding to reach out for help! I am committed to creating a safe, compassionate, and supportive environment for you as you navigate life's challenges. I will partner with you to help you work through past and current challenges and begin to implement positive changes in your life.
Crystal H Berry
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Columbia, SC 29169 (Online Only)
With a background in trauma, I can help you alleviate symptoms associated with PTSD, depression, and anxiety; in addition to other difficulties you are encountering.
My clients are often dealing with symptoms associated with trauma. This may include domestic violence, marital issues, life changes, and other events. They are depressed, anxious, and unsure of where to turn. With the aid of coping skills, knowledge, and self-awareness, these symptoms can be alleviated and allow you to be your most authentic self. Many clients have goals that they wish to achieve and I work with them to accomplish those goals. Through talk therapy and proven techniques, we can work together to address any issues you are experiencing.
With a background in trauma, I can help you alleviate symptoms associated with PTSD, depression, and anxiety; in addition to other difficulties you are encountering.
My clients are often dealing with symptoms associated with trauma. This may include domestic violence, marital issues, life changes, and other events. They are depressed, anxious, and unsure of where to turn. With the aid of coping skills, knowledge, and self-awareness, these symptoms can be alleviated and allow you to be your most authentic self. Many clients have goals that they wish to achieve and I work with them to accomplish those goals. Through talk therapy and proven techniques, we can work together to address any issues you are experiencing.
Megan Middleton
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MS, LPCA, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
West Columbia, SC 29170
This journey of life is complex with highs and lows. Your experiences are unique to you and if you've found yourself in a place of uncertainty, feeling anxious, frustrated, angry, depressed, or even grieved in navigating life's challenges, I am here to help! I am passionate about helping people discover themselves in ways that will allow them to evolve and become the version they most want to see.
This journey of life is complex with highs and lows. Your experiences are unique to you and if you've found yourself in a place of uncertainty, feeling anxious, frustrated, angry, depressed, or even grieved in navigating life's challenges, I am here to help! I am passionate about helping people discover themselves in ways that will allow them to evolve and become the version they most want to see.
I enjoy working with children, adolescents, and adults who have a variety of disorders including: anxiety, depression, behavioral, personality, substance use, and trauma.
Are you feeling stressed, overwhelmed, or stuck? Everyone goes through times when life can feel unmanageable, but you don’t need to navigate those moments on your own. Schedule an appointment today and start the journey to regain control.
I enjoy working with children, adolescents, and adults who have a variety of disorders including: anxiety, depression, behavioral, personality, substance use, and trauma.
Are you feeling stressed, overwhelmed, or stuck? Everyone goes through times when life can feel unmanageable, but you don’t need to navigate those moments on your own. Schedule an appointment today and start the journey to regain control.
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What is the goal of therapy for depression?
Therapy for depression has several major goals. One is to relieve the mental pain of depression, which distorts feeling and thinking so that sufferers cannot see beyond their current state of mind or envision feeling better. Another is to give people the mental tools to recognize and correct the kinds of distorted thinking that turn a problem into a catastrophe and lead to despair. Therapy also teaches people how to process negative emotions in constructive ways, so they have more control over their own emotional reactivity. And it helps people regain the ability to see themselves positively, the motivation to do things, and the capacity for pleasure.
What happens in therapy for depression?
Perhaps most important, no matter the type of therapy, patients form an alliance with the therapist; that connection is therapeutic in itself, plus it becomes an instrument of change. Patients learn to identify and to challenge their own erroneous beliefs and thoughts that amplify the effects of negative experiences. They learn to identify situations in which they are especially vulnerable. And they learn new patterns of thinking and behaving. They may be given “homework” assignments in which they practice their developing skills. In addition, good therapists regularly monitor patients to assess whether and how much the condition is improving.
What therapy types help with depression?
Several types of short-term therapy have been found effective, each targeting one or more areas of dysfunction. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) helps clients challenge their negative thoughts and beliefs, learn new behavioral strategies, and curb reactivity to distressing situations. Behavioral activation (BA) is a form of therapy often used in conjunction with CBT; it focuses on engagement in rewarding activity as a pathway to changing negative feelings and disturbed mood. Another widely used approach is interpersonal therapy (IPT), which targets the social difficulties that both give rise to and get exacerbated by depression. Therapists may combine approaches as needed.
Can therapy for depression be done online?
Studies have found that online therapy can be highly effective for treating depression, although it may be more challenging to build a good therapist-patient alliance on screen than in person—at least at first. However, online therapy can offer considerable advantages. Accessibility and convenience are tops among them. Some people actually find it easier to talk about problems online than in person. While online therapy typically limits visibility of facial expression and body gestures that give important nonverbal cues to a patient’s state of mind, it can give therapists a glimpse into a patient’s world and life, providing information that can be highly useful in guiding therapy.
How effective is therapy for depression?
Many studies show that therapy is highly effective provided that patients complete the prescribed course of therapy, commonly 16 to 20 sessions. Over the long term, it is more effective than medication and the effects are more enduring. As a result, psychotherapy has the power not just to relieve current suffering but to prevent future episodes of the disorder. Therapy reverses the dysfunction in neural circuitry that disposes individuals to a negative view of themselves, the world, and their future and they acquire coping techniques, problem-solving skills, and understanding of their own vulnerabilities that are useful over the course of a lifetime.