Therapists in South Carolina

Shynekia Garner is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in the state of South Carolina with nearly 10 years of experience working with children, teens, adults, and families who are struggling with depression, anxiety, relationship, medical, and substance abuse issues. She completed her Bachelor's degree in Political Science with a minor in English from the University of South Carolina Upstate and received her Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Converse College.

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.

I work with people of all ages including children, adolescents & adults. Some areas of expertise are depression, anxiety, mood disorders & emotional disturbances, self-harm behaviors, anger, eating disorders, self-esteem, social skills, abuse & trauma, ADHD, school difficulties & behavior problems. I am trained in and use Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TFCBT), Parent Child Interactive Therapy (PCIT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness Based interventions & Solution Focused.

My ideal client is someone navigating life's complexities, seeking to overcome challenges like anxiety, depression, or relationship issues. They desire understanding, coping mechanisms, and personal growth. Their goal is to achieve emotional balance, self-awareness, and improved relationships. They seek therapy to find inner peace and develop resilience, aiming to transform their lives for long-term fulfillment.

I often see clients are hesitant to begin therapy for fear of needing to tell their life stories. This isn’t my style; I am much more interested in what is happening here and now. The details of the experiences that have happened previously will reveal themselves as needed throughout the therapeutic process. In therapy, my clients drive the bus and I simply help navigate them through the experience. I believe the therapeutic relationship between client and therapist is one that is built on trust and collaboration, which takes time to develop. My goal is to provide the type of therapeutic environment that my clients are looking for.

Life is constantly changing & pressing on us, leading to stress, and calling for our growth. Rather than looking for acceptance or healing from others, it's important to look inward. This understanding of who we are & how we operate eases stress & peaceful life transitions. Science verifies that changing our thinking, feeling & behaviors improves the quality of our life. I specialize in connecting people deeply with themselves, decreasing suffering from anxiety, depression, family/relational conflict, grief, chronic pain, panic attacks, low self-esteem and work/school burdens.

Life can be complicated by anxiety, trauma, depression, relationship problems, major life changes & stress. I recognize how these struggles impact lives & collaboratively work with clients to build healthy coping, gain insight & new perspectives on life. I am a licensed social worker with over 20 years of experience & a passion for helping others achieve their best self. My approach is supportive & non-judgmental, which contributes to a safe environment for change & self fulfillment. I provide an integrated approach to therapy incorporating Cognitive Behavioral, Trauma Focused, Solution Focused, Family Systems and Mindfulness.

As a Licensed Professional Counselor and art therapist I create a safe, welcoming environment that will enable you to create positive change in your life, family and community. Working together we will identify avenues to engage in a value driven life. At times feelings of anxiety and depression act as barriers to our goals and values. Through a variety of techniques, such as mindfulness, ACT (acceptance & commitment therapy) and art therapy these barriers can be eliminated.

The decision to start therapy is a courageous first step towards understanding, healing, and growth. Whether you are struggling with troubling thoughts or feelings, lack of confidence, excessive worry, depression, loss, or relationship issues therapy can help. Marcella utilizes a client-centered approach while working with children, adolescents, young adults, and families who struggles with anxiety, depression, eating disorders, and relationship issues in a non-judgmental space. With mindfulness-based practices and cognitive behavioral techniques we can change the thoughts and behaviors that contribute to overwhelming feelings.

I treat a broad spectrum of problems including: Anxiety & Depression, Grief & Relationship Issues, Family and Child Conflicts, ADD/ADHD, as well as trauma related symptoms. I often use psychological testing to facilitate diagnosis and personality description. I offer supportive and practical intervention using a variety of therapeutic techniques, including mindfulness, cognitive & psychodynamic approaches tailored to your strengths and individual needs. The goals are symptom reduction, personal growth, as well as discovering joy and wellness in your life.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and have 12 years of experience working in a variety of settings with children, adolescents, and adults. In my private practice I specialize in women's issues and work with those struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and life transitions. I teach techniques and coping skills for stress management, challenging and reframing negative thoughts, assertive communication skills, strategies to improve self-esteem and self-care, as well as mindfulness and relaxation skills. I use techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, DBT and Solution-Focused Therapy.

Hello! During my time as a clinical social worker, I have counseled and served those who have experienced grief and loss, had parenting challenges and who are experiencing anxiety, depression, and life transition issues. Are you feeling stressed? Unable to navigate life's challenges? Has the journey been hard? My hope is to walk with you as you navigate these challenges so that you can journey well.

Children and adolescents whom are in need of navigating emotional/social/behavioral difficulties. Whether it be depression, anxiety, troubles in school or at home, I want to help guide and talk through any trying time. My businesses name is Bloom Into You because when we start therapy we are starting at our lowest point and over time, growing, evolving, and blooming into the best version of ourselves!

Most of us are hard on ourselves and tend to avoid or control our emotions. But how useful is this long term? Let's work together to find a better approach. I welcome young adults to my practice-it is a uniquely challenging part of life! I welcome men to my practice-I think it is helpful to work with a therapist who just "gets it" and with whom you can be your full self. I welcome people who are grieving and have experienced significant loss-I know how massively disruptive and overwhelming this can be. Visit my website to get started: www.estuarycounseling.com

I'm so glad you have found my page and I would love to work with you. My goal as a mental health counselor is to help you identify strengths to cope with challenges, resolve core issues holding you back from living a happy and meaningful life, and implement a positive mindset that you can carry beyond counseling. I especially love to work with children, teenagers, and young adults - these periods of life can often be the most challenging, and I want to help you get through them, whether you suffer with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, or just general stress.

My goal in working with you is to support you in processing your life experiences and to empower you through the use of relevant therapeutic resources. These resources could include: cognitive behavioral therapy, strength-based therapy, EMDR, mindfulness, art therapy, meditation/flow state, solution-focused therapy, and positive psychology. As a therapist, I also believe that taking a holistic approach is incredibly important to personal growth, which means examining all parts of your life: spiritual, physical, mental, nutritional, and relational.

I work with adults and adolescents (16 and up) experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, abuse, life transitions, ADHD, and women’s issues. My training is in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and my work is informed by Internal Family Systems, mindfulness practice, narrative therapy, and existentialism. I view mental health through the lens of the whole person: emotional, physical, spiritual, and relational. My approach to every session is trauma-informed and client-centered.

I help clients with a variety of issues such as: overwhelming emotional experiences (anxiety, depression, anger, shame, etc.), traumatic pasts, confusion or aimlessness in life, compulsive behaviors, and other difficulties that somehow limit them from most fully living the lives they prefer. I am a trained mindfulness coach, and I utilize meditation training as a central part of my therapeutic process. I also maintain a person-centered attitude toward all clients, and I aim to establish and maintain a trusting relationship with clients.

I enjoy working with adults of all ages in individual counseling. I can help you find your way through depression, anxiety, illness, disability, loss, grief and trauma. Counseling will help with any adjustment. Change is difficult whether it is living on your own for the first time, relocating to a new area, making a career move, getting married, getting divorced or retiring. The physical and mental health changes that occur with aging are particularly challenging. I believe that the therapeutic relationship is of utmost importance and want you to feel safe to share and explore your life.