Culturally Sensitive Therapists in Myrtle Beach, SC

Are you overwhelmed with the pressure of being all the things, to all the people? Are you the strong one for everyone else, even though it feels like you're barely hanging on? Is your answer always "yes" even when your heart, body, and soul are saying "no"? Do you struggle to reconcile your faith with your mental health challenges? Do you crave a safe place that you can simply take the cape off and breathe? Does representation matter? If so, I've got you.

Welcome to Self-Actualization Therapy. There is a wise, happy, and successful person living inside of each of us, and my work is to help you access that. I offer skilled and insightful tools and processes for helping you discover your true magnificence and abilities, to cut through the challenges that life tends to bring, and to increase your confidence and happiness. I have spent a lifetime seeking out the most effective ways to help you create the life you want, so if you are serious about creating change, I can help you with that goal. My focus is to empower you and bring out your best!

Being a parent of a child with special needs is one of the most challenging lives to live. Through the daily chaos and the appointments, don’t forget you. Your wants, needs and dreams matter. Together, we will partner to acknowledge the triumphs and process the trials. You will learn how to grieve the life that you thought you would have and move forward to fully living the life that you’ve got. I help my clients with parenting strategies and resources along with daily coping skills. We may identify triggers and process past trauma that impacts you as a parent and work on your anxiety, depression, or other mental health diagnoses.

Life can be hard, full of changes, challenges, and transitions. Navigating the twists and turns can sometimes be too much on your own. Experiences shape our beliefs about who we are and our place in the world. I work with my clients to help them find their strengths and figure out what motivates them to become more personally effective in daily life. We will work together to find new perspectives and new possibilities for happiness. I have a passion for helping kids and teens create personal change and flourish.

Accepting New Clients Now...........Hello! Welcome to your wellness journey! I am excited to create a safe space for you to express yourself and develop skills to cope with anxiety and depression. Through the use of art therapy, we can work together to improve your mental health and decrease stress. The most important part of therapy is being able to connect and create a trusting relationship. Let's get started on improving your relationships with self and others. I specialize in working with children, teens and adults who are creative and expressive and struggle with anxiety and depression. I speak both Armenian and English.

Hello my name is Thais Deane and I've been in practice for over 12 years. I offer individual and couples therapy. We will work together towards identifying and resolving your life stressors. I have experience with depression, anxiety, relationships, and life transitions. Let me help you discover a path towards improving your life.

Tara A. Taylor is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the State of South Carolina. She received her Master of Arts degree in Counseling from Webster University and her Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from Coastal Carolina University in Conway, South Carolina. Tara has also earned Board Certification as a National Certified Counselor (NCC) and a Tele-Mental Health Provider (BC-TMH) with the National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC) and the Center for Credentialing and Education (CCE).

As a child, adolescent and adult counselor, I am passionate about helping others through life's challenges. My goal is to provide a safe space to support growth, transparency, and change. I work with individuals, families and couples to facilitate goals, provide coping skills, and improve overall understanding of how to utilize these in everyday life, school, and home.

The ideal client who would reach out for my services comes from various backgrounds and situations, but tends to be those who are at a point in life where they feel stuck and are searching for someone to aid them with support and goal setting. This ranges from those who are struggling with a child at home, to children and adults on the autism spectrum, and those who need court mandated services. I have biblical insight that can provide a faith based perspective if and when that is desired. Sometimes we just need someone who is willing to meet us where we are at in life, and help us feel we are not alone.

C.S. Lewis said, “You can’t go back and change the beginning, but you can start where you are and change the ending.” There comes a time in every life when the load you’ve been carrying gets too heavy. At times, people try to muscle through their pain, some pretend it does not exist, and some wave the white flag of surrender. However, you have the power of choice. Your pain is not in the the driver’s seat - it’s you who has had the power all along. I believe within every human being an enduring fight rests that keeps you putting your feet on the floor and driving you to function despite searing pain. Take a chance - Let me help!

ADHD is more than distraction or being unable to sit still. It affects every aspect of our lives. We can struggle with procrastination, time blindness, feeling "edgy," forgetting things, missing deadlines. Maybe you call yourself lazy when you just can't get moving to get things done, or you've been told you're too sensitive- feeling easily hurt or angry. We neurodivergent people often feel shame and embarrassment from our actions- like saying things we regret or acting impulsively, or for overspending or losing contact with friends. We'll often pretend we're fine and push through, but life can feel totally overwhelming!

Hello! My name is Dr. Sheliza Thompson and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate (LPCA) committed to helping individuals and families overcome their unique challenges and improve their, overall, wellbeing. I work collaboratively with my clients to explore their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, identify patterns that may be hindering their growth, and develop effective coping strategies to manage stress, anxiety, depression, and other mental health issues.

Today’s world can be very challenging and overwhelming. Do you often feel overwhelmed, anxious, or depressed due to the demands of daily life? Have you experienced significant life events that continue to impact you to this day? Do you wish to explore methods to help navigate life’s stressors and decrease the impact of symptoms of trauma, anxiety, or depression?

Seeking therapy is a courageous act, and I want to thank you for taking the first step to improving your mental health and happiness! My passion is helping people find meaning and purpose in their life. I believe that by creating a non-judgmental and safe space for my clients, we are better equipped in navigating life challenges together and resolving relational issues that may be hindering progression in life. I have seen that growth is possible for all people, especially during the most difficult times in life.

Life is always presenting new obstacles and uncertainties. It can be difficult to adjust or find meaning in times of distress, but I am here to offer perspective and support. Whether you are struggling with conflict in your relationship, a lack of direction in your career, or general feelings associated with depression or anxiety, I can help.

When life is challenging, you do not have to cope on your own. As your counselor, I will join you in your pursuit of healing and wholeness; provide a safe place for you to open up; help you make sense of what is going on; and offer caring support to promote growth and positive change. Together, we will choose a therapeutic approach that is tailored to your unique situation and your goals.

My name is Anna, and I am a counselor at Solid Foundations. Reaching out for help can be an intimidating process but recognizing that help is needed takes courage by itself. Take pride in the monumentous decision to seek guidance beyond your social or familial circles! I am here to guide you towards your personal goals in this partnership I hope to develop. I can assist with individuals, relationships, adolescent and teens. My intentions are to work with you by treating you as an individual, with individualized techniques for your specific needs.

Come to our center to get help with your mental health as our therapy style is warm, friendly, and interactive. We believe in treating anyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. Our approach combines cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, psychodynamic, mindfulness, play therapy, rational-emotive therapy and EMDR, eye movement desensitation and reprocessing. EMDR can relieve these depressive symptoms and help reframe negative beliefs, resolve unprocessed trauma and adverse experiences, improve energy and mood, and create a more positive understanding of the self and others.

Do you believe in the power of the mind-body connection and your own innate ability to overcome your health and emotional challenges? I am a Clinical Social Worker and Clinical Hypnotherapist. My approach to counseling is holistic; I believe in healing the whole person by tapping into the mind and body connection. I use an integrative approach to therapy, combining cognitive, behavioral, mindfulness strategies, and hypnotherapy. It is my intention to act as a guide on your journey of personal healing, to empower you on your mission of self-love, self-resilience, and self-discovery.