Dr. Demah S. Payne
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, PhD, LCMHC, QS (he, him)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
7 Endorsed
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Living with anxiety, depression, or unresolved trauma can make even simple tasks feel exhausting and leave you feeling disconnected from yourself. In therapy, we’ll gently explore the root of your struggles, identify patterns that keep you stuck, and build healthy coping strategies. My goal is to help you feel grounded, empowered, and free to create a life that feels meaningful and truly your own.
I blend CBT to challenge unhelpful thoughts, person-centered therapy to create a safe, validating space, and narrative therapy to help clients rewrite the stories shaped by anxiety, depression, and trauma. Empowering clients to reclaim control, build resilience, and move toward healing with clarity and confidence.
I understand no two individuals are the same, and tailor our sessions together to address challenges unique to you. We will work together to understand the root cause of your struggles and address them with strategies, helping you get closer to the life you’ve always wanted.
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $150
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa, ZelleInsurance
- Aetna
- Blue Cross
- Blue Shield
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Cigna and Evernorth
- Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Optum
- Oscar Health
- Oxford
- United Medical Resources (UMR)
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
- Out of Network
Dr. Demah S. Payne III
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, PhD, LCMHC, QS
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Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of North Carolina / 10590 Demah S. Payne III
- In Practice for 4 years
- Attended North Carolina State University , Counseling and Counselor Education/ Ph.D., Graduated 2020
- License: North Carolina Board of Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselors (NCBLCMHC) 10590 / 2011
- License: South Carolina Board of Licensed Professional Counselors 10805 / 2025
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Dr. Demah S. Payne III
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, PhD, LCMHC, QS
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (984) 266-3717
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Trauma and PTSD
Expertise
- Behavioral Issues
- Career Counseling
- Coping Skills
- Divorce
- Family Conflict
- Gambling
- Grief
- Imposter Syndrome
- LGBTQ+
- Life Transitions
- Men's Issues
- Parenting
- Peer Relationships
- Personal Growth and Self- Esteem
- Racial Identity
- Relationship Issues
- School Issues
- Self Esteem
- Spirituality
- Sports Performance
- Stress
- Suicidal Ideation
Dr. Demah S. Payne III
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, PhD, LCMHC, QS
Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (984) 266-3717
7 Endorsements
Client Focus
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Single Parent
Ethnicity
Black and African American
Religion
Christian
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Single Parent
Ethnicity
Black and African American
Religion
Christian
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Culturally Sensitive
- Eclectic
- Humanistic
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Multicultural
- Narrative
- Person-Centered
- Positive Psychology
- Rational Emotive Behavior (REBT)
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Strength-Based
Dr. Demah S. Payne III
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, PhD, LCMHC, QS
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (984) 266-3717
Location
Additional Location
Greenville, SC 29601
(984) 266-3717Nearby Areas
Dr. Demah S. Payne III
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, PhD, LCMHC, QS
Call for a free consultation now - (984) 266-3717