Therapists in Greenville, SC

I am a licensed, clinical psychologist with over thirty years of experience. I was in private practice in Beverly Hills, CA for over twenty-five years. I am licensed in California and in South Carolina, where I currently reside. My orientation is primarily psychodynamic and informed by contemporary psychoanalytic theory. I combine this depth approach to psychotherapy with a strong background and belief in cognitive-behavioral interventions. I am dedicated to providing the highest quality of professional care, with compassion, acceptance and sensitivity. I tailor my treatment approach to the needs of the individual.

We are a multifaceted, family-owned, therapeutic counseling practice serving Greenville, SC. We are a group of professionals with a wide variety of experience and expertise, ready to assist individuals, couples and families. Our therapists have experience in a multitude of fields including Trauma Therapy, Premarital Counseling, Relationship Counseling, Adolescent Difficulties, Mood Disorders, Family Relationships, and other concerns. We are open to all belief systems and orientations. We provide a variety of counseling techniques and interventions to best fit your need and preferences.

Things were going great. You got the job, you’re in a relationship, you have great friends but then, suddenly, life didn’t feel fulfilling anymore. Your anxiety started sneaking up again, your trauma started resurfacing, and your self-esteem got lower than ever before. You’ve tried all the things to help yourself get out of this funk, but nothing seems to work. And you question if this your new reality.

For a moment, consider life as a roller coaster. When you are waiting in line, life may move slowly or you may feel stuck. Other times, you may be thrown for a scary loop and have difficulty hanging on or managing the various twists and curves. I am committed to joining you for the ride, providing a safe and nurturing environment, assisting you as you set and reach goals, and being your biggest cheerleader as you create meaningful change and positive health. I also believe in teaching and mentoring, and therefore have 2 counselors in training that are available to help too with a significant sliding fee scale rate.

Jeff Burgdorfer is a Licensed Professional Counselor with 10 years of experience helping individuals and families. He specializes in anxiety, depression, addiction, bipolar disorder, ADHD, grief/loss, and men's issues. Jeff has spent the last 10 years working in many of the major treatment settings, providing therapy to clients in hospitals, residential rehab programs, and outpatient facilities. Through this work, he has cultivated and strengthened a unique skill set to help clients, using a person-centered approach to therapy.

Hello and welcome. Whether you are struggling with symptoms of depression and anxiety, you're having trouble with your relationships, or things from your past are coming up for you, I am here for you, so please reach out to me via email. You are not alone on this journey.

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.

Going to marriage counseling or couples therapy can be an intimidating process, so I work to create an environment which is comfortable, non-judgmental, and safe for you to be yourself. I am passionate about meeting those who are willing to take the first step to deepen relationships with their partners, spouses, or within other relationships. I have experience working with young adults, adolescents, children, adults, and families. I am trained in various treatment modalities including Gottman Method Couples Therapy.

Thank you for taking the first step on this journey and seeking help. This is no easy feat. Self-work and change can feel daunting. As a result, we often feel stuck, unable to access or implement fundamental life changes even with several tools under our belt. I specialize in working with adults and couples implementing evidence based modalities such as CBT, DBT, and ACT. Issues that I specialize in include working with trauma, mood/anxiety disorders, depression and relationship difficulties. I provide tele-health services, either over the phone or using a secure video platform.

Often times our lives and relationships don't go according to our plans. We have problems with our past, not connecting or understanding relationships, how others have hurt us, or how to navigate the difficulty of finances. These situations are just a few that could require some additional help. You are not alone in this. In fact, most individuals and couples can relate to these experiences. Assistance can come in many forms, including the client central focus that Olive Tree Counseling strives to accomplish.

Have you ever felt overwhelmed by life? Stuck and unsure of how to move forward? Anxious, isolated, lonely? Do you actively feel caught up in hurtful patterns in relationships and in need of change? I believe hope and healing are possible. Counseling can be an incredible partnership helping individuals and couples on their journey through life's most difficult places. The Ideal Client is someone that is Willing to Partner, Share, Listen, and Willingly Open Themselves to Make Room for Something Different, Something Healing. Are You Ready to Embrace the Opportunities and Changes Available to You? Let’s Work Together!

Life can become especially difficult at times, to the point that your best efforts are not making a difference. Your point of concern may be with mental health, relationship or family, job or career, marriage, athletic performance, or spiritual life. You need more than pat answers. What you want is the opportunity to be heard in a safe, confidential place. What you long for is to be understood, and to discover what will help bring about improvement, restoration, and transformation.

It feels like you don't even know how to talk to the people in your own home anymore. It hasn't always been this way, but for awhile now, you and your significant other just aren't on the same page. Maybe it feels like you don't really know your kids, ever since they've become teenagers it's like you can't communicate with them. You miss having the real intimacy with your spouse. You miss being close with your family. You want that again but it feels like there's this wall between you, everything is a fight, and you don't know how to fix it.

My goal as a therapist/counselor is to help you clarify ways that your life can be more fulfilling and content. It is often difficult for us to sort out solutions to issues that on the surface seem simple, but in real life can be crippling, disorienting and sources of conflict.

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.

Do you feel stuck? Like you are only living a half-life, barely able to keep your head up, sinking beneath the waves of life? You may find yourself struggling to cope with work, school or family life. Whether you are experiencing the pain of depression, anxiety, grief, loss, or have experienced trauma, you don't have to do this alone. It is possible to feel better again and counseling can help.

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.

Do you ever find yourself saying, 'Parenthood is not what I thought it would be like,' or 'I'm just so overwhelmed'? You're not alone. Life often throws unexpected obstacles our way, leaving us feeling lost and unsure. Whether you're navigating postpartum challenges, grappling with ADHD, or wrestling with the complexities of infertility, I'm here to walk alongside you. Together, we'll set personalized goals, navigate through the changes you crave, and work towards the life you envision. Change isn't easy—it can be daunting and unpredictable—but with my support, you'll have a dedicated ally every step of the way.

You’re exhausted with trying to live up to everyone's standards. Your kids, your parents, your partner, work. You feel like you can't get it right and you're just trying to keep it all together. You want to show up better for yourself and your family, but lately just getting through the day is a win. Your inner critic is loud and overpowering, pointing out flaws in yourself every day. You find yourself getting snippy with your family and playing back past frustrations in your head over and over again. You want to be your best for everyone but most days you’re too exhausted. You crave a sense of peace and rest in your busy mind.