Teletherapy for Anderson, SC

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.

Therapy can fit your life! Tele health therapy allows you to enter the therapeutic process from the comfort of your home. It's no secret that life can be difficult but life can be especially difficult when done alone. When uncertain times come we often find ourselves in need of help to navigate the situations that have mentally, emotionally and physically depleted our lives. I strive to meet clients where they are, while working to ensure that they don’t stay there.

Hannah grew up in South Carolina in a Christian home and has been involved in ministry and Christian community since a young age. Hannah earned a Bachelor's in Science degree in Nursing from Clemson University. She served on church staff at her local church, including medical missions teams. To become better equipped to serve others, Hannah sought out additional training and completed her Master of Arts in Clinical Counseling at Columbia International University.

I am passionate about working with children, adolescents, and young adults. Trained in Cognitive Behavior Therapy, I have worked with individuals struggling through anxiety, depression, trauma, and other mental disorders. I'm specifically passionate about developing the adolescent and young adult demographic. I strive to meet individuals where they are with empathy and compassion, believing that no one is beyond the reach of hope in Christ in the healing process.

I work with children, adolescents, adults and families. My areas of expertise include anxiety and depression, trauma and trauma-related issues, as well as building healthy relationships within families. I have worked extensively with children with behavioral challenges and supported their caregivers to manage their parenting responsibilities more effectively, while developing trust and a sense of belonging within the family unit.

I am a Florida native who moved to South Carolina to escape the heat and experience seasons. I studied Community Health and Health Education at the University of North Florida, which led me to work within the corporate wellness industry. Recognizing the connection between physical health and mental health I transitioned to a career in counseling. I obtained my Masters in Professional Counseling from Liberty University.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with experience in individual, family and addiction counseling. I work with people to address a broad range of concerns, from grief, anger, depression and anxiety to unresolved struggles with past physical, emotional, and sexual abuse, and more.

As a counselor, I am deeply committed to helping adults overcome their emotional challenges and find new paths to healing and growth. I am passionate about working with individuals who are coping with anxiety and depression or simply adjusting to new phases in life. As a former first responder, I am also dedicated to working with first responders, active military personnel, and veterans and their families. This population is particularly close to my heart, and I am honored to support those who have dedicated their lives to serving others. Together, we will work towards building resilience and finding hope for a brighter future.

Looking for a therapist can be scary and overwhelming. I understand how difficult it can be to make that first call, but I would love to help you heal and succeed! I am a licensed counselor with a Master's degree in Counseling Psychology. I welcome clients of all backgrounds/ethnicities and have experience helping with mood disorders, anxiety, low self-esteem, family discord, transition, grief, & trauma. LGBTQ+ affirming!

I enjoy working with people who are struggling with anxiety, depression, low self esteem, loneliness, life transitions, and/or ENM relationships.

Stephanie is a Licensed Professional Counselor & Licensed Addictions Counselor; She trained and served as a sexual assault crisis counselor for the state of Connecticut before relocating to South Carolina in 2015. She sees clients ranged from adolescent to geriatric age. Her areas of interest include trauma, anxiety, and addiction. Utilizing a multitude of therapies and interventions- she helps her clients become “unstuck” from their traumas and find joy and purpose in their lives.

Imagine a world where everything is perfect. Life is great; no worries, no stress, no DRAMA!. Now wake up! Life isn't easy. The fears, worries, trauma, and relational issues we carry day to day can keep us from living our lives to the fullest and reaching our full potential. Sometimes we feel our lives are spiraling beyond control. My goal as your therapist is to provide a safe space to process life transitions, explore feelings, identify your life's purpose, and help you live the abundant life destined for you.

We all need assistance at different times in our lives to navigate through challenging opportunities. As a therapist I am an advocate for healing, growth and a more authentic life. I work with adults who are dealing with loss, anxiety, depression, anger management, identity issues, trauma and those wanting a deeper more fulfilling life. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, or EMDR, is a powerful, research-based therapy technique that is very successful in helping people who suffer from trauma, anxiety, disturbing memories, post-traumatic stress and similar emotional problems. I use EMDR and other modalities to work with adults.

I specialize in working with children, adolescents, and families, and I enjoy working with children and families collaboratively to engage in positive change. I am passionate about working with ADHD, autism, conduct disorder, substance use, trauma, depression, and anxiety.

People choose to come to counseling for a variety of reasons. We view counseling as an opportunity to talk with someone objective, who is trained to listen. Let's face it, life happens! You might be dealing with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, stressful events, or the effects of a trauma in your life. You might desire to become more aware of changes that you can make in order to live a more fulfilling and satisfying life. We believe that every client has strengths and the answers inside of them, but sometimes just need help peeling back some of the layers.

Is there a problem or situation that is causing you problems, stress, or concern? Are there things that are affecting your day to day life or the people and things you care about? Do you feel alone in this struggle and desire relief? We are here to help you start and walk your path of recovery to find serenity and happiness. Recovery is a wonderful, productive lifestyle of utilizing your strengths, abilities, awareness, and skills so that you grow and blossom day by day, and step by step. We can help you on this journey through use of counseling and therapy services.

Sometimes life challenges set us back, block us from full potential, or even begin to overwhelm, control, and paralyze helpful thoughts and emotions. Counseling, with the assistance of a professional who supports, cares, and listens without judgement, is a way to navigate through difficult areas in our lives. As a licensed therapist, I specialize in a broad array of issues- including life stressors, interpersonal issues, anxiety, depression and trauma. I invite you to explore with me, through a variety of techniques, how you can begin to stabilize emotions, discover coping skills, and heal.

Dr. Chaka Smith is committed to providing a welcoming, supportive, compassionate, and healing environment for people seeking positive life changes through classes, workshops, and individual and group psychotherapy. Dr. Chaka’s goal as a therapist is to provide a comfortable non-judgmental environment for individuals, couples, and families to unpack and manage personal challenges and difficult circumstances.

I help victims of childhood abuse and trauma heal their lasting wounds, reduce the impact of their past on their lives, and learn skills to increase the chances of your future success. you suffer from uncontrolled anger and emotional outbursts, low self-worth, and hard time forming lasting bonds with others. You could use help with boundary setting, assertiveness, healthy communication skills and self-care activities. You're seeking help because what you've been doing isn't working. Email me or visit my website to schedule a session.