Addiction and Substance Abuse Counseling near Summerville, SC

Biography: I am a Licensed Clinical Social worker with over 25 years of helping clients heal and overcome personal challenges . I am experienced in working with individuals, families and groups in a variety of settings including community mental health, private practice, trauma intervention and counseling, family preservation/parenting skills training, family law/mediation/divorce, and addiction treatment and coaching. I am available to work with you around issues of grief, depression, anxiety, self-esteem, women's issues, relationship conflict, LGBT issues, family conflict/domestic violence, trauma/post-traumatic stress disorder, and substance abuse. My experience includes working with parents in navigating challenges of setting boundaries and developing positive discipline methods with children and teenagers, with a primary focus on healthy family systems. My treatment modalities include: Cognitive Behavioral, Client-Centered Therapy, Family Systems, Emotionally Focused Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Therapy, Gottman-Relationship Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, 12-Step Recovery and Somatic Therapies to incorporate mind, body, and spirit into therapeutic healing. If you choose to work with me, my counseling approach is non-judgmental, and empathetic. I see my role as a guide, a mentor to assist you on your journey to identify what you need in order to heal. My initial commitment to you is providing a safe environment for you as we work together to identify your therapy needs and identify your treatment goals. I believe every person has the ability to find their way to move forward and live a more purposeful, satisfying life. I look forward to working with you!

Biography: I am licensed in South Carolina with 10 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, trauma and abuse, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Biography: I am licensed in South Carolina as both a professional counselor (LPC) and as an addiction counselor (LAC). Since earning an advanced graduate degree in Marriage, Couples and Family Counseling from the University of South Carolina in 2013, I have worked with adults of all ages, college students through senior adults. My clinical experience includes assessing and treating anxiety, addiction, anger management, relationship issues and various other mental health needs. I have counseled clients individually, in groups and as couples and families. My goal is to help clients navigate life in a more positive and fulfilling manner. I strive to offer a safe and nurturing environment for all of my clients, providing a non-judgmental atmosphere. I will work collaboratively with you to identify and meet your goals.