Female Therapists in Belton, SC

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Chaka Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
Belton, SC 29627  (Online Only)
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.
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.
(864) 331-4420 View (864) 331-4420

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Gabrielle A Moss
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, ADC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Anderson, SC 29621
Do you feel stuck and ready to make a change? I believe you intrinsically know what you need and want to flourish in the life you were given, even if life circumstances have dulled your instincts. As your counselor, I am committed to guiding you back towards the deeply rooted instincts you once had –or you’ve always wanted to express. My approach to counseling is present and future focused, so that together we can strengthen and equip you to reach your fullest potential.
Do you feel stuck and ready to make a change? I believe you intrinsically know what you need and want to flourish in the life you were given, even if life circumstances have dulled your instincts. As your counselor, I am committed to guiding you back towards the deeply rooted instincts you once had –or you’ve always wanted to express. My approach to counseling is present and future focused, so that together we can strengthen and equip you to reach your fullest potential.
(864) 383-8455 View (864) 383-8455
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Emily Z. Miller
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Anderson, SC 29621
I’m passionate about working with people struggling with eating disorders, body image issues, and complicated relationships with food and exercise. From my experience working as a therapist at an eating disorder treatment facility, I am equipped to offer my clients an expansive toolbox of skills that can be used to facilitate change – whether food-and-body-related or not!
I’m passionate about working with people struggling with eating disorders, body image issues, and complicated relationships with food and exercise. From my experience working as a therapist at an eating disorder treatment facility, I am equipped to offer my clients an expansive toolbox of skills that can be used to facilitate change – whether food-and-body-related or not!
(864) 668-1132 View (864) 668-1132
Savanah Hawkins
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, LPC-A
Verified Verified
Anderson, SC 29621
Savannah is an Anderson native, and graduated with a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Liberty University and is working to pursue her LPC. She also holds a Master of Arts in Human Services Counseling, with an emphasis in Crisis Response and Trauma obtained at Liberty University. Savannah loves working with young adults and families. Some of her specialties include working with broken, divorced, or mixed families to help heal old wounds and create strong, healthy, lifelong bonds. She is also SYMBIS certified, so she can work with couples in premarital and marital counseling. She loves making connections with
Savannah is an Anderson native, and graduated with a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Liberty University and is working to pursue her LPC. She also holds a Master of Arts in Human Services Counseling, with an emphasis in Crisis Response and Trauma obtained at Liberty University. Savannah loves working with young adults and families. Some of her specialties include working with broken, divorced, or mixed families to help heal old wounds and create strong, healthy, lifelong bonds. She is also SYMBIS certified, so she can work with couples in premarital and marital counseling. She loves making connections with
(864) 528-7428 View (864) 528-7428
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Kateryna Barnes
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, CCPS
Verified Verified
Anderson, SC 29621
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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Donna Henson
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, LPC-A
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Anderson, SC 29621
I received my bachelor's degree in psychology, and my master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Liberty University. I have experience working with young adults and I enjoy working with children, youth as well as adults in various walks of life. I have been a military wife and am familiar with the challenges of relocation, career discovery as well as stress management, and time management.
I received my bachelor's degree in psychology, and my master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Liberty University. I have experience working with young adults and I enjoy working with children, youth as well as adults in various walks of life. I have been a military wife and am familiar with the challenges of relocation, career discovery as well as stress management, and time management.
(864) 528-0120 View (864) 528-0120
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Rickell Ballentine
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Anderson, SC 29621
Imagine intimacy without shame. The full benefits of pleasure in the relationship. Unlocking your best potential to feel comfortable in your own body and around those you may want to share it with. Unease within yourself or tension in your current relationships is causing stress throughout other aspects in your life and you are unsure of who to turn to for open discussion about such a vulnerable topic. Sex and sexuality is not a typical subject that is usually welcomed with open arms. I am here to change that.
Imagine intimacy without shame. The full benefits of pleasure in the relationship. Unlocking your best potential to feel comfortable in your own body and around those you may want to share it with. Unease within yourself or tension in your current relationships is causing stress throughout other aspects in your life and you are unsure of who to turn to for open discussion about such a vulnerable topic. Sex and sexuality is not a typical subject that is usually welcomed with open arms. I am here to change that.
(864) 635-4004 View (864) 635-4004
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Dawn Sturkey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-CP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Anderson, SC 29621
Are you ready to find the resolution and healing that you need so that you can experience the life and relationships that you really want? If so, I am passionate about helping my clients identify and resolve the obstacles that are keeping them from their goals. In a warm, interactive environment, I will help you look at your concerns using multiple perspectives and proven counseling methods. I have experience with depression, anxiety, relationship distress, trauma/abuse recovery, grief, stress, and life transitions. My clients are both individuals and couples, and I love to incorporate faith to the extent that clients' desire.
Are you ready to find the resolution and healing that you need so that you can experience the life and relationships that you really want? If so, I am passionate about helping my clients identify and resolve the obstacles that are keeping them from their goals. In a warm, interactive environment, I will help you look at your concerns using multiple perspectives and proven counseling methods. I have experience with depression, anxiety, relationship distress, trauma/abuse recovery, grief, stress, and life transitions. My clients are both individuals and couples, and I love to incorporate faith to the extent that clients' desire.
(864) 633-3086 View (864) 633-3086
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Norma Bedell
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, WPCC
Verified Verified
Anderson, SC 29621
My goal to help & encourage others grew out of teaching, training, & serving children, youth, & parents for more than 20 years in the education and ministry fields. It is a privilege to have the opportunity to encourage & walk alongside children, adolescents, & adults as they navigate life's challenges towards fearless hope, fearless grace, & fearless transformation.
My goal to help & encourage others grew out of teaching, training, & serving children, youth, & parents for more than 20 years in the education and ministry fields. It is a privilege to have the opportunity to encourage & walk alongside children, adolescents, & adults as they navigate life's challenges towards fearless hope, fearless grace, & fearless transformation.
(864) 713-5289 View (864) 713-5289
Photo of Anjanette Chege, LISW-CP, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Anjanette Chege
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-CP
Verified Verified
Anderson, SC 29621  (Online Only)
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.
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.
(864) 477-2452 View (864) 477-2452
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Anisha R Blanding Supervisor
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCS, LAC, MAC, RYT 200
Verified Verified
Anderson, SC 29621
In life we are often faced with life altering events that create a rollercoaster of emotions, leading to you feeling unbalanced and not in control of your life. You may even have a vision of the goals you want to achieve, but due to life circumstances your goals seems more impossible to achieve. I would like for you to know that "You are not alone". Sometimes having a safe space to work through life's trauma is what you need to get life back on track. Allow me to join you on your journey as you rediscover your true potential, restore your purpose, and live the life that you were truly meant to live.
In life we are often faced with life altering events that create a rollercoaster of emotions, leading to you feeling unbalanced and not in control of your life. You may even have a vision of the goals you want to achieve, but due to life circumstances your goals seems more impossible to achieve. I would like for you to know that "You are not alone". Sometimes having a safe space to work through life's trauma is what you need to get life back on track. Allow me to join you on your journey as you rediscover your true potential, restore your purpose, and live the life that you were truly meant to live.
(864) 712-4813 View (864) 712-4813
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Dr. Elizabeth Ingram Shands
Psychologist, PhD, LP, HSP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Anderson, SC 29621
I specialize in evaluation and diagnosis of neurodevelopmental disorders, including autism spectrum disorder, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, and specific learning disorder. I have worked extensively in school- and community-based settings and work extensively with school-age children, but also see preschoolers at risk for future school difficulties and adults seeking accommodations at their college/university due to attention and/or learning problems.
I specialize in evaluation and diagnosis of neurodevelopmental disorders, including autism spectrum disorder, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, and specific learning disorder. I have worked extensively in school- and community-based settings and work extensively with school-age children, but also see preschoolers at risk for future school difficulties and adults seeking accommodations at their college/university due to attention and/or learning problems.
(864) 491-5842 View (864) 491-5842
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Bouchra Koussih
Psychologist, PhD, HSPP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Anderson, SC 29621  (Online Only)
You are feeling stuck, overwhelmed with anxiety, depression, and stress while trying to navigate your day-to-day living. You have experienced an adverse incident in the past that has left you feeling lost, angry and afraid. whether this adverse event was an accident, a loss of a loved one, abuse or sexual trauma, you need someone to help you make sense of your sensations, thoughts and behaviors, become empowered and achieve the positive growth you are looking for.
You are feeling stuck, overwhelmed with anxiety, depression, and stress while trying to navigate your day-to-day living. You have experienced an adverse incident in the past that has left you feeling lost, angry and afraid. whether this adverse event was an accident, a loss of a loved one, abuse or sexual trauma, you need someone to help you make sense of your sensations, thoughts and behaviors, become empowered and achieve the positive growth you are looking for.
(864) 400-0358 View (864) 400-0358
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Yolanda Urena
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Anderson, SC 29621
Reaching out to a therapist does not mean that something is wrong with you. On the contrary, it simply means that you may need assistance in some areas of your life. You may want to work through some challenging emotions. You may want to learn how to change your negative pattern of thought. You may want to learn to be more confident and much more! Allow me to join you on your journey as you discover your true potential and live the life that you desire.
Reaching out to a therapist does not mean that something is wrong with you. On the contrary, it simply means that you may need assistance in some areas of your life. You may want to work through some challenging emotions. You may want to learn how to change your negative pattern of thought. You may want to learn to be more confident and much more! Allow me to join you on your journey as you discover your true potential and live the life that you desire.
(864) 659-1915 View (864) 659-1915
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New Beginnings Counseling & Consulting Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Anderson, SC 29621
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who provide virtual and in-person therapy for people who live in the state of South Carolina. Most of my clients enjoy virtual because of the flexibility it offers. I do offer in-person appointments for clients if that is your preference. Both options are effective. I believe that therapy is a collective journey in which my goal is to provide you with the tools to gain insight and self-awareness that foster personal growth and positive change in your life. I have worked in the human services field for over 25 years with children and adults of diverse backgrounds with a wide range of concerns.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who provide virtual and in-person therapy for people who live in the state of South Carolina. Most of my clients enjoy virtual because of the flexibility it offers. I do offer in-person appointments for clients if that is your preference. Both options are effective. I believe that therapy is a collective journey in which my goal is to provide you with the tools to gain insight and self-awareness that foster personal growth and positive change in your life. I have worked in the human services field for over 25 years with children and adults of diverse backgrounds with a wide range of concerns.
(864) 532-5657 View (864) 532-5657
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Bespin Counseling Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPCS, LPC, NBCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Anderson, SC 29621
** 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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Leslie Konhaeuser
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-CP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Anderson, SC 29621
I am scheduling now for in-person clients in my conveniently located office in downtown Clemson, SC. In my clinical work, I aim to help clients regain functioning, perspective, and self-awareness in their lives as they move through concerns with perinatal mental health, birth trauma, issues of spirituality, childhood trauma, anxiety, and depression.
I am scheduling now for in-person clients in my conveniently located office in downtown Clemson, SC. In my clinical work, I aim to help clients regain functioning, perspective, and self-awareness in their lives as they move through concerns with perinatal mental health, birth trauma, issues of spirituality, childhood trauma, anxiety, and depression.
(864) 618-2202 View (864) 618-2202
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Stephanie Z Johnson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LAC
Verified Verified
Anderson, SC 29621
Waitlist for new clients
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.
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.
(864) 712-7497 View (864) 712-7497
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Ariana Larson
Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Anderson, SC 29621
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 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.
(864) 642-1171 View (864) 642-1171
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Sara Cato
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, LAC
Verified Verified
Anderson, SC 29623  (Online Only)
My passion is to help others from all walks of life with their personal stressors and to empower them to make positive lifestyle changes. My goal is to help others see and reach their full potential.
My passion is to help others from all walks of life with their personal stressors and to empower them to make positive lifestyle changes. My goal is to help others see and reach their full potential.
(843) 314-5093 View (843) 314-5093
Female Therapists

Does it matter what gender my therapist is?

In general, this is not an important factor, as there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.

Should I see a female therapist?

Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.

Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?

Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists—both men and women—may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.

How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?

It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.