Motivational Interviewing Therapists in Seneca, SC

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Carolina Counseling Professionals
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, EdD, RPT-S, LISW-CP, LMSW
Verified Verified
Seneca, SC 29678
Here at Carolina Counseling Professionals, we will work with you to help you develop the strategies you need to get back on the path that leads to happiness and success. Together, we will work to address the issues you are facing so that you can feel confident and ready to take on a new direction in life. We will work closely to analyze what struggles you are facing, their underlying causes, and try to change the behaviors and thought patterns that are keeping you from being the person you want to be. If you're ready to get back on the path that leads to a more fulfilling life, then you've come to the right place.
Here at Carolina Counseling Professionals, we will work with you to help you develop the strategies you need to get back on the path that leads to happiness and success. Together, we will work to address the issues you are facing so that you can feel confident and ready to take on a new direction in life. We will work closely to analyze what struggles you are facing, their underlying causes, and try to change the behaviors and thought patterns that are keeping you from being the person you want to be. If you're ready to get back on the path that leads to a more fulfilling life, then you've come to the right place.
(864) 973-1359 View (864) 973-1359
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Jeremy Nunnelley
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Seneca, SC 29678  (Online Only)
With over 16 years experience as a licensed therapist, I'm passionate about building rapport and, from this basis, providing high-quality treatment. In working with couples, I maintain a good therapeutic relationship with both clients and take a balanced approach where each partner is empowered to speak up and share in their progress. When working with anxious clients, I assist clients in defining what anxiety is and what it does so that they can recognize and challenge it as they develop new coping skills. In treating trauma, I help clients feel empowered to step into their work before starting Brainspotting or EMDR sessions.
With over 16 years experience as a licensed therapist, I'm passionate about building rapport and, from this basis, providing high-quality treatment. In working with couples, I maintain a good therapeutic relationship with both clients and take a balanced approach where each partner is empowered to speak up and share in their progress. When working with anxious clients, I assist clients in defining what anxiety is and what it does so that they can recognize and challenge it as they develop new coping skills. In treating trauma, I help clients feel empowered to step into their work before starting Brainspotting or EMDR sessions.
(706) 489-0899 View (706) 489-0899
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Debra 'Dee Dee' Culbertson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, LPCS, LAC, SSPS
Verified Verified
Seneca, SC 29672
"Like many of us that consult with a physician for ourselves and our family's physical needs, I would like to be the licensed therapist you consult with for you and your family's emotional needs." Please contact me via email for the quickest response at magnoliafamilycounseling@gmail.com.
"Like many of us that consult with a physician for ourselves and our family's physical needs, I would like to be the licensed therapist you consult with for you and your family's emotional needs." Please contact me via email for the quickest response at magnoliafamilycounseling@gmail.com.
(864) 504-6327 View (864) 504-6327
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Bespin Counseling Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPCS, LPC, NBCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Seneca, SC 29678
** EVENING & WEEKEND APPOINTMENTS AVAILABLE ** ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS ** I have worked with Individuals and Family Systems since 2003. I enjoy working with family systems, parent child relationships, behavioral issues, anxiety, depression, and life transitions. Often times we can feel anxious or sad about some parts of our life and need someone to talk with about how we are feeling.
** EVENING & WEEKEND APPOINTMENTS AVAILABLE ** ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS ** I have worked with Individuals and Family Systems since 2003. I enjoy working with family systems, parent child relationships, behavioral issues, anxiety, depression, and life transitions. Often times we can feel anxious or sad about some parts of our life and need someone to talk with about how we are feeling.
(864) 633-2967 View (864) 633-2967
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Chana Ashlan Land
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, LPCS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Seneca, SC 29678
Change is a choice. I believe everyone, at some point in our lives, can benefit from counseling and make positive changes. Life happens and it can be very, very difficult and even totally overwhelming from time to time. Counseling can help you navigate through those challenging times no matter the circumstances. If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, overcoming abuse or a history of violence, behavioral issues, grief, difficulty adjusting, or just need to learn more healthy and effective coping skills, do consider giving counseling a try. If you want to change and are willing to truly try, that is all it takes.
Change is a choice. I believe everyone, at some point in our lives, can benefit from counseling and make positive changes. Life happens and it can be very, very difficult and even totally overwhelming from time to time. Counseling can help you navigate through those challenging times no matter the circumstances. If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, overcoming abuse or a history of violence, behavioral issues, grief, difficulty adjusting, or just need to learn more healthy and effective coping skills, do consider giving counseling a try. If you want to change and are willing to truly try, that is all it takes.
(864) 712-7218 View (864) 712-7218
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Paulette Herbert
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, EdD, LISW-S, RPT-S
Verified Verified
Seneca, SC 29678
Lonely, anxious, depressed, frustrated, angry, confused? Psychotherapy can be an important step toward seeking change, resolving issues and focusing on personal growth. Each person who begins therapy has different needs and goals making the therapeutic relationship unique. Life brings challenges, obstacles and burdens that can cause many feelings and emotions; sometimes paralyzing us towards a direction. Therapy is not a mystery but rather a process where healing is facilitated in a caring environment.
Lonely, anxious, depressed, frustrated, angry, confused? Psychotherapy can be an important step toward seeking change, resolving issues and focusing on personal growth. Each person who begins therapy has different needs and goals making the therapeutic relationship unique. Life brings challenges, obstacles and burdens that can cause many feelings and emotions; sometimes paralyzing us towards a direction. Therapy is not a mystery but rather a process where healing is facilitated in a caring environment.
(864) 973-1359 View (864) 973-1359
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Susan P Shafer
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd , LCMHC, LCAS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Seneca, SC 29672  (Online Only)
As a dually licensed professional counselor and clinical addiction specialist, I have been in practice for over twenty-five years. My strengths include providing warmth, compassion and connection. I have worked with a wide range of adult challenges including anxiety, depression, trauma psychosis and substance abuse.
As a dually licensed professional counselor and clinical addiction specialist, I have been in practice for over twenty-five years. My strengths include providing warmth, compassion and connection. I have worked with a wide range of adult challenges including anxiety, depression, trauma psychosis and substance abuse.
(910) 791-5719 View (910) 791-5719
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Nicole Elena Grimm
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Seneca, SC 29672
Waitlist for new clients
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.
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.
(864) 810-6361 View (864) 810-6361
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Virginia Miller
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Seneca, SC 29678
Navigating the rocky terrain of early adulthood can be both amazing and brutal all at the same time. One day you understand why people tell you "these are the best days of your life," and other days, you feel certain your life is moving forward without you. ​​​The average twenty-something experiences a tremendous amount of stress that is often misunderstood by others. As they say, the struggle is real! I work with college students and young professionals who find themselves consistently overwhelmed and thinking in circles.
Navigating the rocky terrain of early adulthood can be both amazing and brutal all at the same time. One day you understand why people tell you "these are the best days of your life," and other days, you feel certain your life is moving forward without you. ​​​The average twenty-something experiences a tremendous amount of stress that is often misunderstood by others. As they say, the struggle is real! I work with college students and young professionals who find themselves consistently overwhelmed and thinking in circles.
(864) 613-4128 View (864) 613-4128
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Joann Ezra Gavalda
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA
Verified Verified
Seneca, SC 29672
At certain points in life, we all need support. Change is possible! As long as there is life, there is hope! Whether faced with a disappoint, daily stress, relationship conflict, addictive behavior, past trauma, or depression and anxiety, we all need help at times. Within the safety of a therapeutic relationship, I will be happy to join in your journey to help restore purpose, peace and balance to your life; to help you find strength to overcome challenges. I'm here to listen, to understand and to offer my professional knowledge, skills, and passion for life to YOU! It would be my privilege to help you find the solutions you seek.
At certain points in life, we all need support. Change is possible! As long as there is life, there is hope! Whether faced with a disappoint, daily stress, relationship conflict, addictive behavior, past trauma, or depression and anxiety, we all need help at times. Within the safety of a therapeutic relationship, I will be happy to join in your journey to help restore purpose, peace and balance to your life; to help you find strength to overcome challenges. I'm here to listen, to understand and to offer my professional knowledge, skills, and passion for life to YOU! It would be my privilege to help you find the solutions you seek.
(864) 252-1474 View (864) 252-1474
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Bentley Gambrell, Foothills Family Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Seneca, SC 29678
At Foothills Family Counseling our goal is to equip individuals with the opportunity to get to know themselves, how to communicate that to others, and have a healthier relationship with themselves and with the ones they love. Whether it is an issue in yourself, with your spouse, or children, we serve age 6 and up and provide spaces for children to play as they work toward their goals, a separate space for individual and couples counseling that provides a calm and relaxing environment for self-reflection and working through the hard stuff, and for families we have a large family room to spread out and allow space and comfort for all
At Foothills Family Counseling our goal is to equip individuals with the opportunity to get to know themselves, how to communicate that to others, and have a healthier relationship with themselves and with the ones they love. Whether it is an issue in yourself, with your spouse, or children, we serve age 6 and up and provide spaces for children to play as they work toward their goals, a separate space for individual and couples counseling that provides a calm and relaxing environment for self-reflection and working through the hard stuff, and for families we have a large family room to spread out and allow space and comfort for all
(864) 523-6093 View (864) 523-6093
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5points Behavioral Health
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, ICADC
Verified Verified
Seneca, SC 29672
5points Behavioral Health is committed to providing the best therapeutic services possible to children, adolescents, and adults. 5points Behavioral Health does not discriminate in provision of services to an individual and believes (i) No one will be denied access to services due to inability to pay, and (ii) There is a discounted/sliding fee schedule available based on family size and income or (iii) based upon the individual’s race, color, sex, national origin, disability, religion, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity.
5points Behavioral Health is committed to providing the best therapeutic services possible to children, adolescents, and adults. 5points Behavioral Health does not discriminate in provision of services to an individual and believes (i) No one will be denied access to services due to inability to pay, and (ii) There is a discounted/sliding fee schedule available based on family size and income or (iii) based upon the individual’s race, color, sex, national origin, disability, religion, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity.
(864) 400-1436 View (864) 400-1436
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Nan W Cooley
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Seneca, SC 29672
Not accepting new clients
I am passionate about children, teens, and parents. I chose to specialize in Child Clinical Psychology because I find children and adolescents to be fun to work with and incredibly strong and inspiring. I particularly enjoy working with those with anxiety and mood difficulties, and have extensive experience working with those with a history of traumatic experiences including abuse. Psychologists are extensively trained in both diagnostics - identifying disorders - and therapy, as well as how to use one to guide the other. I gather information from all areas of child's life to understand the child as a whole person.
I am passionate about children, teens, and parents. I chose to specialize in Child Clinical Psychology because I find children and adolescents to be fun to work with and incredibly strong and inspiring. I particularly enjoy working with those with anxiety and mood difficulties, and have extensive experience working with those with a history of traumatic experiences including abuse. Psychologists are extensively trained in both diagnostics - identifying disorders - and therapy, as well as how to use one to guide the other. I gather information from all areas of child's life to understand the child as a whole person.
(864) 778-7883 View (864) 778-7883

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Kateryna Barnes
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, CCPS
Verified Verified
Clemson, SC 29631
In my tenure as a mental health professional I have served diverse populations in multiple settings to include: school-based, residential, community mental health and higher-education environments. Proficient in four languages (Ukrainian, Russian, French, and English), I provide culturally competent and trauma-informed clinical services to help people from all walks of life obtain access to mental health services. As a strong generalist, my therapeutic interests include a range of mental health issues and complications in individuals, couples, and families. As a trauma specialist, I hope to make the world as safer place for all.
In my tenure as a mental health professional I have served diverse populations in multiple settings to include: school-based, residential, community mental health and higher-education environments. Proficient in four languages (Ukrainian, Russian, French, and English), I provide culturally competent and trauma-informed clinical services to help people from all walks of life obtain access to mental health services. As a strong generalist, my therapeutic interests include a range of mental health issues and complications in individuals, couples, and families. As a trauma specialist, I hope to make the world as safer place for all.
(864) 453-9008 View (864) 453-9008
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Ashanti Muhammad-Pittman
Counselor, LCPC, CRC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Richland, SC 29675
Hi! I am Ashanti. I am licensed in IL and SC. I am a warm and genuine person with a passion to see her clients grow and replenish their mental wellness. Maybe you feel stuck, with no clear goals for your future. Or maybe you don’t feel supported in your relationships. Perhaps you just want to continue to check in on yourself and maintain your mental wellness. I am here to support you in creating true and lasting change, so you can live your most authentic and empowered life. I believe that therapy should be a safe non-judgmental space where you can explore your complete self and become confident in who you are and your well-being.
Hi! I am Ashanti. I am licensed in IL and SC. I am a warm and genuine person with a passion to see her clients grow and replenish their mental wellness. Maybe you feel stuck, with no clear goals for your future. Or maybe you don’t feel supported in your relationships. Perhaps you just want to continue to check in on yourself and maintain your mental wellness. I am here to support you in creating true and lasting change, so you can live your most authentic and empowered life. I believe that therapy should be a safe non-judgmental space where you can explore your complete self and become confident in who you are and your well-being.
(618) 226-4375 View (618) 226-4375
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Mary Whitman
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, LPCA, MEd
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Clemson, SC 29631
When you were little, someone asked what you wanted to do when you grew up. You said something cute & brilliant like, “I’m going to be a kangaroo!” and bopped along your happy way. The years rolled on and that question kept coming - holding more weight as you got older. At some point, you got to know yourself, made some big choices, checked off your to-do list, changed locations, lost some friends, made some new friends & ended up where you are today! A million moments have taken place between then and now. How are you doing?
When you were little, someone asked what you wanted to do when you grew up. You said something cute & brilliant like, “I’m going to be a kangaroo!” and bopped along your happy way. The years rolled on and that question kept coming - holding more weight as you got older. At some point, you got to know yourself, made some big choices, checked off your to-do list, changed locations, lost some friends, made some new friends & ended up where you are today! A million moments have taken place between then and now. How are you doing?
(864) 528-7630 View (864) 528-7630
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Caroline Trawick Welborn
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, MA, LPC, LAC, EMDR
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Clemson, SC 29631
Are you struggling with weight loss and stress? Are feeling stuck in life? It may be very beneficial to have someone help you through your challenges, identify patterns that may need changing, establishing healthy boundaries for yourself and others. Therapy can be helpful to make changes you need. Additionally, I am certified as an Integrative Mental Health Professional and offer health coaching to help you reach your goals for a healthier lifestyle which maybe weight loss and stress management.
Are you struggling with weight loss and stress? Are feeling stuck in life? It may be very beneficial to have someone help you through your challenges, identify patterns that may need changing, establishing healthy boundaries for yourself and others. Therapy can be helpful to make changes you need. Additionally, I am certified as an Integrative Mental Health Professional and offer health coaching to help you reach your goals for a healthier lifestyle which maybe weight loss and stress management.
(864) 774-5388 View (864) 774-5388
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Tiger Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-CP
Verified Verified
Clemson, SC 29631
Tiger counseling is all about helping people find the courage to change. We are not about making you feel judged or more ashamed. In the process of analyzing your mind, we often encounter discomfort, which is a signal to keep going, never to give up on ourselves. Good therapeutic work is often messy in my experience, usually accompanied by tears and laughter (often in the same session, but no guarantees). I especially encourage you to reach out if you have tried therapy before and found it less than helpful. I assure you my approach is unique, my style has been described as unorthodox. I love that and I love the people I serve!
Tiger counseling is all about helping people find the courage to change. We are not about making you feel judged or more ashamed. In the process of analyzing your mind, we often encounter discomfort, which is a signal to keep going, never to give up on ourselves. Good therapeutic work is often messy in my experience, usually accompanied by tears and laughter (often in the same session, but no guarantees). I especially encourage you to reach out if you have tried therapy before and found it less than helpful. I assure you my approach is unique, my style has been described as unorthodox. I love that and I love the people I serve!
(864) 810-4496 View (864) 810-4496
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Evan Thomas
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Clemson, SC 29631
Is your family hurt by addiction? Does your relationship with your partner feel like it keeps going in circles? Are you working through your LGBQI and Trans* identity? Each of these scenarios can be hard on your mental health, your everyday tasks, and your family. You may feel like no one understands what you and your family are going through. You have reached out to your family and friends, but they do not fully understand. They want to fix your problem without sitting with you through the pain. Without fully understanding you.
Is your family hurt by addiction? Does your relationship with your partner feel like it keeps going in circles? Are you working through your LGBQI and Trans* identity? Each of these scenarios can be hard on your mental health, your everyday tasks, and your family. You may feel like no one understands what you and your family are going through. You have reached out to your family and friends, but they do not fully understand. They want to fix your problem without sitting with you through the pain. Without fully understanding you.
(864) 523-9396 View (864) 523-9396
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Deanna (Dede) M Norungolo
Licensed Professional Counselor, CRC, LPC, LAC, ADC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Clemson, SC 29631
I believe you have many of the answers to your questions - you just need to hear them. A therapist can give you that confidential setting where your verbalized needs, wants, and fears can be heard and not judged. Whether you are experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, or contemplating sober living, I offer in-person and virtual sessions. My hours are expanding for Monday through Thursday sessions.
I believe you have many of the answers to your questions - you just need to hear them. A therapist can give you that confidential setting where your verbalized needs, wants, and fears can be heard and not judged. Whether you are experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, or contemplating sober living, I offer in-person and virtual sessions. My hours are expanding for Monday through Thursday sessions.
(864) 572-7986 View (864) 572-7986

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Motivational Interviewing Therapists

How does motivational interviewing work?

Motivational interviewing aims to uncover a person’s internal motivation to change their life. Toward this end, the therapist listens, empathizes, and collaborates with the client based on their perspective; the therapist doesn’t adhere to a predetermined plan for change or impose their viewpoint on the client. Discovering an individual’s most important reasons for change, and guiding them to achieve those changes, can empower people to shift from ambivalence to action.

Is motivational interviewing evidence-based?

Yes, research shows that motivational interviewing can help treat alcohol and substance use — and in different ways such as reducing drinking, reducing resistance, and increasing the likelihood of staying in treatment. Motivational interviewing has also been shown to help people lose weight, adhere to medication regimens, improve diet for those with Type II diabetes, and improve healthy behaviors in children.

How long does motivational interviewing last?

Motivational interviewing is a short-term therapy that can last just one or two sessions. In some cases, motivational interviewing may be used in conjunction with longer-term therapies, but for most people, motivational interviewing is a brief intervention that aims to help patients understand their personal, specific, and internal reasons for changing their life.

What differentiates motivational interviewing from person-centered therapy?

In person-centered therapy, the individual is in the driver’s seat of the treatment process, creating space for them to trust their instincts and arrive at their own solutions. The two approaches are similar because motivational interviewing is also client-centered; however, person-centered therapy is more open-ended while motivational interviewing is somewhat more structured; the goal is to change, and the therapist helps the client specifically discover their internal motivations to modify their behavior.