Therapists in South Carolina

Are you going through a difficult time of loss or upheaval and change? Do you have strained or troubled relationships, painful or difficult thoughts or emotions? Are you looking to be more creative or maybe just seeking to live a more fulfilling life? I work with clients to help them live and love with increased creativity and insight. I offer targeted, evidence-based therapy to help those with troubling thoughts and emotions adjust effectively and move on. I have experience in treating trauma, anxiety, and depression as well as helping individuals working through mid-life or late-life transitions.

Are you are feeling stuck, anxious, or depressed? Are you unhappy with your current relationships, your career or where you are in life in general? Maybe you're struggling with the loss of a loved one, emotional eating or your ability to handle stress. As a therapist my goal is to provide a safe, supportive environment that offers you the opportunity to talk openly with someone who is objective, neutral and non-judgmental. Together we will work to clarify the issues you are facing, move through the emotions, put them in perspective and develop new skills and behaviors leading to positive thoughts, energy and actions.

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.

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.

And... ACTION! Therapy is a place where you can ACT OUT LOUD your frustrations and give voice to the troubling thoughts in your head that cause emotional turmoil and hold you back from being your best self. My clients include individuals who struggle with anger, depression, anxiety, sexual identity, behavioral issues, adjustment issues, grief, loss, life transitions and a host of other challenges. I'm also a Certified Advanced Grief Counseling Specialist (CAGCS).

Now accepting new clients! As we go through life, we face an array of challenges. In therapy, I enjoy working with adults of all ages (18+) to help navigate these challenges. I have experience with individuals facing a variety of mental health concerns including, but not limited to, life transitions, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, self-esteem, relationship concerns, and trauma. I work with couples who may be struggling with communication issues, infidelity, and more. I am passionate about providing support for polyamorous relationships as well.

Maybe you're looking for support because you're struggling with self-worth. Maybe you're here because you're growing tired of perfectionism, anxiety, and/or depression. Maybe you're here because you're over feeling disconnected in your relationship(s). I believe that under the root of all of these things, is trauma and that in order to achieve true healing, the trauma must be addressed. These traumas can be overt, like physical abuse or neglect, or more subtle, like the weight of being labeled "the golden child." These experiences all contribute to the formation of limiting beliefs and that inner critic we all want to go away.

As a therapist, I understand that embarking on a therapeutic journey can be both courageous and vulnerable. My commitment to you is rooted in empathy, respect, and a deep belief in your capacity for growth and healing. I provide a safe, non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings openly. Together, we'll navigate life's challenges, develop effective coping strategies, and work towards your goals. My goal is to be your trusted partner on this path of self-discovery and transformation. I'm here to support you, to listen without judgment, and to help you find the strength within yourself to overcome obstacles.

Are you struggling with feeling overwhelmed and burnt out? Is it affecting your day-to-day life and sense of fulfillment in your career? Do you feel exhausted and frustrated by the constant pressure to live up to unrealistic standards, leaving you questioning if there's a way to regain your passion and authenticity? And/or are you battling low self-esteem and confidence making it challenging to break out of your comfort zone? Know that you're not alone, you can have a more fulfilling life where you can thrive not just survive.

My approach to therapy is eclectic, drawing from a variety of evidence-based treatments and modalities. I incorporate techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Narrative Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and mindfulness-based practices to create a personalized treatment plan that aligns with your goals and preferences. By working collaboratively, we can explore your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors in a safe and nonjudgmental environment, empowering you to develop coping strategies and insights that foster positive change and growth.

In my practice as a counselor, it is most important to me to foster a secure therapeutic environment for my clients. As my client, you can expect me to provide non-judgmental support as you navigate your life circumstances and mental health challenges. It is my goal to have you feel empowered as you do the work to arrive at a better you.

Brooke A. Humphrey is a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) with over 15 years of experience in the mental health and end-of-life fields. She is passionate about guiding adolescents, adults, and seniors through the unique challenges of life and helping them live their own special stories. Brooke specializes in anxiety, grief and loss, end-of-life issues, and other life transitions. Brooke completed her Master's degree in Social Work at the University of South Carolina, and is currently working on her Doctor of Social Work degree at Walden University.

I believe that healing and emotional growth are ongoing processes, and that they truly continue throughout our lives. We are constantly breaking, repairing, learning. We are evolving in every moment. At times, however, we find ourselves stuck in the breakage. Unable to find the bend. Paused in the darkness and depth. Whether it is early childhood trauma or a current life situation; an unhealthy attachment or a tragic loss; low self-worth or misguided aggression...with mindfulness, awareness and a deep and connected relationship with a counselor, we can learn to find our way again.

I believe in a holistic approach and a healthy balance between mind, body, and soul. I am very passionate about working with and supporting adults who have experienced childhood trauma (complex PTSD) and may be finding themselves wondering "is there something wrong with me?" that leaves them feeling separate from the world. I also greatly enjoy working with individuals who find themselves in abusive relationships or who have experienced relational trauma and are unsure what to do next. I utilize evidence based mindfulness and somatic approaches and parts work that increase self awareness, confidence, and trust within yourself.

Samer Sayed is a Licensed Master Social Worker and a trained mental health clinician with over 2 years of experience in the mental health field. He works with his clients to help with relationships, career difficulties, life transitions, anxiety, parenting, school issues, and many other challenges. Samer completed his Master of Social Work (MSW) at the University of Louisville. He is a trained clinician and a social worker and sees his clients up close, especially their environment and how it impacts their lives. This enables him to provide the guidance and support his clients are seeking.

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.

My ultimate aim is to help you build a life worth living. I'm dedicated to providing a safe, non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts and emotions, gain insight into patterns, and cultivate change. When reading fantasy books, binge watching TV shows/anime, getting tattoos, and video games are not enough, let's talk about what can help you with your healing process. We'll work towards building essential skills, enhancing self-awareness, and improving your life quality.

I believe each person possesses the wisdom and resilience needed to be successful in therapy. My job is to help you connect the threads of your story in a way that shines light on what needs to change, and to suggest evidence-based steps to make those changes. I’ll ask good questions, listen fully and offer tangible ways to meet your goals.

Whether you are overwhelmed with stress or sadness, struggle with low self-esteem or feeling stuck, or your mind never seems to stop running, I take a holistic, integrative approach to help clients struggling with trauma, past and current relationship issues, childhood wounds, trouble regulating and/or accessing emotion, and healing the inner child. I help clients understand the roots of their struggles to impact lasting change as well as helping them cope with the daily effects of those struggles. I am passionate about hearing your story and creating a safe, judgement free environment for healing.