Trauma and PTSD Therapists in Columbia, SC

Daily we do our best to overcome the pain we've experienced, fighting to hold on to whatever can provide peace in life. I would like to assist you in your pursuit of peace and happiness.

IMHS provides treatment for mental health wellness including Covid anxiety, depression, anxiety, trauma , suicide bereavement, end of life issues, grief/loss, PTSD , ADD/ADHD, critical incidents, behavioral issues, LGBTQ+ issues, impulse control, family issues, disordered eating, nutritional counseling, sexual trauma , self -esteem, parenting, adjustment issues, self-harm, school issues, dissociative disorders, substance use, relational issues and many more areas of mental health. Our office provides a safe and private place for couples, families, individuals, children, and adults seeking a place to heal and grow.

I specialize is substance use disorders and behavioral addictions. My therapeutic approach is centered in the Client-Therapist-Relationship. Together, we will co-create a path for improved functioning, healing, and personal growth. This work takes courage and commitment and I'm incredibly honored to join my clients in this deeply personal process. I'm passionate about helping those begin, enrich, or enhance a life of recovery from: substance use disorders, behavioral addictions, unprocessed trauma , chronic anxiety, depression and family of origin issues. Maybe you've known there is a problem yet don't know where to begin...

Did you know that we can completely recover from trauma , complex trauma , and narcissistic abuse? If you are dealing with trauma and doubt that it can get better, we have hope for you. If you are managing day-to-day by using behaviors that you know are not healthy, we can help. Therapy can be scary. Change can be scary. We also know that opening up to a new person can be very difficult. Have you tried other therapists? Are you tired of your symptoms? We are here to help you find a joy-filled life.

Everyone of us has a story that is filled with beauty and hurt. How do we hold the hope and pain of our own lives? How do we navigate the relational distress that lives in us and between others? How can we lead our anxiety rather than it leading us? How can we engage emotions in ways that bring healing and foster connection with self and others? It is my desire to join clients in understanding their own story - past, present, and future - to identify the places in which hope has been shattered, how it has been sought, and consider the way of restoration.

Tawana Hayes-Newton is a Licensed Professional Counselor who has had the privilege of gaining experience in a variety of counseling settings. Tawana attended the College of Charleston and received her BA in Political Science in 2002. At that time, she had hopes of pursuing a career in law. After receiving her first Master's Degree in Human Resources Management from Webster University in 2008, Tawana knew she wanted to be an advocate for those who were unable to advocate for themselves. Tawana completed her second Master's Degree program in Mental Health Counseling at Webster University in 2013.

Life can be hard, and sometimes we just need someone who is willing to sit in the trenches and offer hope in those moments. That is my desire with those that I counsel. I want to utilize my skillset and training to help you work through life's pains and frustrations.

Tired of feeling stuck, misunderstood, & disconnected? Get help today! I am part of Foundations Family Life Counseling and Consulting (FFLCC). At FFLCC we focus on topics such as life adjustments, depression, anxiety, relationship / family issues, and trauma . We specialize in trauma and childhood attachment issues, working to resolve big or little traumas or negative experiences which tend to impede emotional, mental, physical, and spiritual growth. We focus on healing rather than just coping, by finding and resolving underlaying issues. I specialize with Military Families and have served in the Armed Forces for many years.

As a Relationship Therapist for Current and Former Professional and Collegiate Athletes, I often hear “I don’t do conflict, “It’s all their fault,” or “I'm the problem." The real feeling I sense is that you feel frustrated because your relationships aren’t really working out or you keep experiencing the same outcome again and again. Settling or feeling like you have to survive your partner, sport, or relatives instead of really thrive in authentically, aligned relationships? You've been navigating relationships with your sport, romantic partner(s), family, friends, coaches, etc. and oftentimes overlooking the relationship with you.

Are you in a season of finding meaning, searching for some peace, figuring out your purpose, trying to make sense of things, or healing from a situation? I offer individualized counseling, wisdom circles, and home funeral planning to help you find meaning, healing, and purpose in your life and death. I work with adults who are going through or have experienced traumatic stress, grief, critical incidents, existential issues, death, dying, moral injury, end-of-life matters, termination of pregnancy, loss to sudden or traumatic death, and suicide pre/ post-intervention.

Are you an individual, couple, or family interested in "Building Stronger Foundations Together"? Are you struggling with marriage, parenting, or other relationship issues? Having difficulty coping with trauma , anxiety, depression, adjustment issues, or military-specific stressors? Are you looking for a counselor who can incorporate faith into sessions? Then I'm available to walk alongside you during this time of struggle. I can help you find and attain goals that will build momentum in your life, help you move in a positive direction once again, and support healing in the relationships that matter most to you.

I call it "The Business of Living." We face challenges in daily life that interfere with living our best lives. My work focuses on concerns associated with anxiety, depression, loss and grief, and substance misuse. I am a Distinguished Professor Emerita from the University of South Carolina, an experienced therapist and supervisor with a solid history of working with individuals, couples and families. I am trained in EMDR, a useful tool in dealing with trauma and its obstacles. My practice is based in brief, effective, and accessible solutions to challenges in life, and paths to integrating them into the Business of Living.

Do you have trouble trusting others? Do you need help establishing boundaries? Are you ready to transform? I am a licensed professional counselor and public school educator with over 10 years of experience. I specialize in helping teenagers, young adults, and families to heal and overcome traumatic events including sexual abuse, domestic violence, grief, abandonment, neglect, depression, and post-traumatic stress disorder. I look forward to working with you on your healing journey !

At its roots, the word “psychotherapy” translates to “healing of the soul”. As an EMDR certified trauma therapist, I embody this to treat PTSD , CPTSD and am privileged to walk alongside others on their healing journies. I work with children, adolescents, and adults. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the states of South Carolina and in Arizona, and I am a Board-Certified Registered Art Therapist. I have passion and commitment to supporting people in building capacity for resilience and growth. I have trained extensively in Somatic and Attachment-Focused EMDR (certified from EMDRIA), and in Ericksonian Clinical Hypnosis.

A particular quote by Maya Angelou always resonated with me, “there is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you”, and has directed my style of counseling, which is very person-centered, compassionate and empathetic. I believe we all deserve a safe space to turn off our editor, speak freely, and release that which is burdening us. The goal is to empower clients by identifying internal strengths, overcoming excessive and often chronic feelings of guilt and shame, challenging negative beliefs and replacing those with a more positive self image. To find your true voice underneath the layers of previous conditioning.

Self-leadership and identity mastery are key strategies to discover solutions to issues you face. I teach people how to ignite their innate creative abilities to reveal their own intuitive wisdom. My eclectic approach is tailored to the unique need of each new client. I partner with you on your journey to wellness and clarity. You can trust me with assisting you to discover your worth and restore your ability to fight through hardships with authentic support.