Therapists in Florence, SC

My road to becoming a mental health provider has been quite the journey. I served over 27 years as an active duty Soldier in the Army with multiple combat deployments. Durning my military service, I discovered that I loved helping people get through tough places in their lives. Today, I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Columbia, SC. Since earning a Masters Degree in Professional Counseling from South University in 2014, I have counseled for the South Carolina Youth Advocate Program Counseling, Anderson Counseling and Education, the South Carolina Department of Corrections and Better Help.

I am a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in working with adolescent and adult woman around issues of personal empowerment and growth. I specialize in counseling persons who struggle with disordered eating and body image concerns. I also treat women with chronic stress, anxiety, depression, and relationship problems. This includes the entire spectrum of problems people have related to food and weight (i.e. overeating, body image issues, low self-esteem, compulsive eating, restricting, bingeing, purging, and overexercising).

Named Outstanding Counselor by the SC Counseling Association. My approach to counseling is different in three major ways: (1) I focus on solutions in order to help you - this is a positive, future rather than past oriented approach. (2) I work on a brief therapy model which is designed to help you address specific issues in short periods of time, typically 3 to 9 weeks. (3) I believe emotion drives behavior; most therapy focuses on cognitive change, but you can know what you need to do, and still not have it happen. The goal here is to help healthier behaviors and beliefs to become emotionally comfortable habits.

Having problems coping with life stressors? Overwhelmed? I provide a safe, supportive and non judgmental environment that allows you to process your feelings while learning coping skills during your difficult time. I want individuals to feel inner peace, happiness and hope at TRUE Serenity SC.

Counseling is a unique journey, involving a collaboration between therapist and client. Each individual is different and I believe in individualizing therapy, versus a "one size fits all" method. I believe in supporting clients by guiding them through self-discovery and challenging/processing their internal dialogues.

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.

Hello, my name is Heather Footman and I want to help you find yourself again! Addictions Counseling is my specialty. However, perinatal mood and anxiety disorders and women’s issues are my niche. Everything surrounding childbirth changes our mind, body and soul. You do not have to suffer anymore. I understand what you’re going through having experienced much of it myself. If you had a traumatic birth or you feel the baby blues are lasting too long, I’m here.

You are a BADASS - let's settle that now. You probably look like (on instagram) like you have your life together, but inside have a shaky sense of self, low self-esteem, and maybe some problems in relationships? Maybe you don’t feel like you’re doing “enough” and that you are comparing yourself to the curated lives of others (been here, too). You have looked inward and decided it’s time to put YOU first and create the life you want to have. With the right therapist (me?), you can and WILL have a life that you are excited about, deal with those internal struggles, and be your unashamed, authentic you. If this is you, let's talk.

As a Christian counselor, I believe a person's problems and concerns can encompass their physical, mental, and spiritual health. My goal is to provide therapy that addresses a client's deeper issues and wounds not just their symptoms. I consider it important to provide a safe and supportive therapeutic environment to promote development, healing and growth. I work with depression, anxiety, PTSD & trauma recovery, marriage/pre-marital therapy and parent education. If life feels overwhelming, stressful or lonely, I would consider it a privilege to set up a consultation to offer hope and courage for your current situation.

Are you having a difficult time handling the struggles in your life? Could you use an expert opinion on what you’re going through, or a non-judgmental ear just to listen? If you’ve been feeling hopeless or lost, or struggling with a problem that feels unsurmountable, individual therapy can help. I enjoy working with clients who are managing health and medical concerns, such as disordered eating/body image concerns, cancer and/or autoimmune diseases. I also appreciate helping people undergo the process of adapting to a loss, or other major life transitions.

Mrs. Theresa Sloan is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a Licensed Addiction Counselor (LAC) in South Carolina. She received her Master of Education degree in Counseling from the University of South Carolina and her Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from Hartwick College in Oneonta, NY. Mrs. Sloan has also earned Board Certification as a National Certified Counselor (NCC) and a Certified Clinical Mental Health Counselor (CCMHC) with the National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC). She is a member of the American Mental Health Counselors Association and the SC Association of Licensed Professional Counselors.

I am here to guide you through the uncomfortable parts of life both present and past, sit in them with you and work together to find a way through. I bring a straightforward approach and will push you to explore places of yourself you may want to run from. I believe therapeutic treatment should consist of a mutually respectful relationship between myself as the provider, and you as the client, in which we work together to confront the underlying beliefs and experiences that have brought you to therapy. I am also familiar with working in conjunction with local school districts to provide additional support for student mental health.

Now accepting new clients! We live with emotions and relationships. Understanding our individual role in relationships is key to connecting with others. I will assist you through: relationship issues, communication, entering, thriving, surviving, or ending a relationship at any age, expressing sexual needs/desires, and managing your past relationship traumas as you move forward. Tic Toc...your energy and time matter. I am here if you long for a listening ear, a place you can speak truthfully, or a space to be YOU. Individual, couples, and teen/families are welcome.

When individuals are met with challenges in their lives it can be difficult to ask for help. My goal as a counselor is to provide the best treatment possible to the individuals who trust me with their care. My treatment approach is tailored to the needs of each individual I work with. I am relationship focused, and have a strong emphasis on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. My overall goal of the counseling process is to equip others with the tools necessary to transform into healthy, functioning individuals through support and empowerment.

I provide a safe, nonjudgmental environment for you to sort through your concerns and gain insight into your experiences. We will work together to determine a treatment that best suits your needs and preferences. I am trained as a generalist and feel comfortable working with a wide range of concerns. Over the past 25 years, however, I have pursued specific training and experience in the area of eating disorders, to include working in multilevel treatment programs devoted to eating disorder recovery.