Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) Therapists in Greenville, SC

Tired, frustrated, defeated, or lifeless? I am here to help you and your family return to or become your best self. Our work together will not only makes your physical days better will also eliminate the somatic symptoms such as headaches, stomach aches, restlessness, and fatigue. Together we will take steps to achieve your goals. I have best helped those who have a history of physical or sexual abuse, overall anxiety and depression, and difficulty with addiction (primarily alcohol & nicotine). Individuals need additional ways to cope with change, stress, and trauma so they can better focus and be present in their daily life.

The culture we live in today bombards us with messages that tell us who we should be, how we should look, and what we should do. My goal is to help you develop a stronger sense of self and experience the freedom that comes from living from that foundation. I primarily utilize a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Narrative Therapy approach to challenge unhealthy beliefs and help you view you struggles as something that does not define you as a person.

We all have times in our lives where we feel overwhelmed, depressed, anxious, inadequate or hopeless. You don't have to be alone with those thoughts and feelings. Whether you are struggling with a specific life transition, serious mental illness, or trying to cope with a history of traumatic events, therapy can help you feel better and live the meaningful life you want.

You are so overwhelmed right now that it feels like you don’t even have time to breathe. The to do lists are endless and the weight of the world is on your shoulders. When you do get a moment to relax, your mind won’t stop to give you even 5 seconds of peace. It feels like you are floating through life incapable of finding solid ground. Everything feels harder than it should, including your closest relationships. Hurts from the past seem to keep popping up even though they happened so long ago and you’ve moved on right? It might seem like you’re alone in trying to figure all of this out, but I see you and I get it.

Julianne Leshinsky is a mental health professional in South Carolina who is in the process of becoming a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). She has over 6 years of experience working with children, teens, and adults who are seeking assistance in coping with addictions, family conflict, life transitional difficulties, academic issues, low self-esteem, bisexual issues, stress, women’s issues, and more. Julianne received her Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from St. John's University.

Your desire for change, healing, and to find yourself again has led you here. You are ready to set down the mask of everything being fine and allow for the deeper healing of the parts of you that have been longing for care, compassion, love and acceptance. Desiring authenticity and connection that comes from inner healing. I work with clients who experience trauma, depression, anxiety, self-harm / suicidal ideation, substance use disorders and more. I will walk with you as you work to connect with your true self. Empowering you to address the issues that brought you into therapy.

I'm proud to work individually with diverse populations, such as tweens, adolescents, young adults/college students, and adults in South Carolina. Though I am able to offer my services to the vast majority of people dealing with most issues, my specialty is with those who are struggling with Panic Disorder, Major Depressive Disorder, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, and PTSD. Many of my clients have an emotionally sensitive temperament and need different skills to create a life that has meaning and purpose.

Heather Smith is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 16 years of experience. She focuses on working with teens and young adults, and is eager to help adolescents navigate through a variety of self-identified emotional and behavioral struggles; including anger management, developing coping skills, improving self-esteem, and reducing cognitive distortions. Heather also has a unique specialty certification as a Sex Offender Treatment Provider (CSOTP), focusing on juveniles with sexual aggression struggles. She earned her Bachelor's degree in Psychology and a Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling.

Speaking up and seeking help can feel vulnerable but as Brené Brown once said “Vulnerability is the birthplace of innovation, creativity and change.” You may be dealing with issues surrounding a relationship challenge, past issues creeping into daily life, the feeling of too many responsibilities to juggle, adjusting to a big life change, or maybe it is a mental health issue you are trying to navigate how to manage.. No matter what your story or challenge is, YOU are in charge of the next chapter and I would love to help you write it!

Developing a relationship with a qualified and caring therapist who provides a safe non-judgmental environment is essential if the client is to have a meaningful and successful counseling experience. This is always my objective with my clients. Utilizing research-based cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), I work with a wide range of clients and their issues. Specialized treatment areas include trauma-related disorders, depression and anxiety disorders, martial & relationship issues, grief and loss, and crisis intervention. I also provide adjustment and coping-skills counseling for tinnitus patients, using a CBT protocol.

Audrey uses a strengths-based, client-centered approach and uses cognitive behavioral techniques to help clients and families to achieve their desired goals.

I am passionate about meeting people where they are and providing empathetic, evidence-based therapeutic services to get them where they want to be. I believe everyone has potential to live the life they desire. Within a non-judgemental and supportive environment, I work to help others grow in insight and awareness of strengths in order to reach their goals. I have experience working with young adults, adolescents, children, adults, and families. I am trained in various treatment modalities and often work from the Cognitive Behavioral, Solution Focused, and Person Centered theories.

I offer weeknight and weekend appointments. I believe therapy is a safe space everyone can explore skills that are beneficial in life. I am confident I can assist you on your life journey. I have experience working with individuals, couples, and families who have experienced trauma, depression, anxiety, grief, domestic violence, child abuse, child neglect, sexual abuse, personality disorders, family difficulties, and substance use. I am a CAMS-II provider for anger management counseling. If you have been court ordered to anger management, look no further.

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 24 years with children and adults of diverse backgrounds with a wide range of concerns.

Worked with people who are dealing with behaviors associated with Decision-making, Parenting, Trauma, Work/Stress and Life Transitions.

Accepting new clients. Welcome! Jessica is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a Licensed Independent Social Worker-Clinical Practice, who earned her Bachelor of Art in Psychology from North Carolina State University and her Master of Social Work from a joint multicultural clinical program between The University of North Carolina at Greensboro and North Carolina Agricultural and Technical University. Jessica has provided individual, family, and group therapy in a variety of different settings throughout her career such as school-based, hospital: inpatient and outpatient, family agency, and private practice.

Does life have you feeling down, anxious, or stressed? Let me provide you with a safe space to talk about your concerns. I am here to provide you with a confidential, safe, non-judgmental environment where you can express yourself, explore your thoughts and feelings, and work through any challenges. I focus on tailoring therapy to meet your specific needs and goals. I work collaboratively with you to create a plan that meets your unique needs and provides you with the tools and resources you need to succeed.

I believe that all of us at some point in our lives experience difficulties and need a secure, safe and non-judgmental place to "re-empower" ourselves. For this reason I have become passionate about providing just that place to help individuals reduce or alleviate the impact of depression, anxiety, stress and/or the effects of trauma and abuse.

I'm originally from Upstate New York and lived in several states before settling in the Greenville area about 30 years ago. I received my Bachelor of Psychology degree from the University of South Carolina Upstate in 1994 and my master’s degree in Social Work from the University of South Carolina in Columbia in 1997. I am currently licensed to practice in South Carolina and North Carolina.