Existential Therapists in Mauldin, SC

Are you dealing with spiritual abuse, religious trauma, clergy abuse, clergy sexual misconduct, existential angst, or questioning your faith? Are you living with grief, the death of a partner by suicide, or deep loss of any kind? Do you need support surrounding your or a loved one’s sexual or gender identity? I'd love to collaborate with you in your care, human to human. I believe you know yourself best. I can help you learn to use your own knowledge to create more space and openness for growth. Everyone deserves to feel fully accepted & valued. I will see you, hear you, and believe you.

Life can be very hard, and we could all benefit from some help along the way. Ironically, it is navigating the most difficult parts of the journey that often invests life with the deepest sense of meaning and direction. Try as we may, we cannot do this well alone. It is my passion to partner with adolescents, adults, and couples (see specialties below) to foster a deeper understanding of challenging issues, resolve conflict, restore connection, clarify goals, create healthy life rhythms, and move towards change. Wherever you are on your journey, it would be my privilege to meet you there and walk alongside you in a helpful way.

Do you feel weighed down or numb in your daily life? Do your anxieties or other recurrent thoughts make it difficult to live the life you wish you could? Are you struggling to know where to begin or what to do to feel better? If you are reading this, you are already one step closer to the understanding, freedom, and happiness you deserve. My name is Gabby Lux, and I consider it an honor to help teens, college students, adults, and parents navigate their life journeys. I primarily see clients experiencing anxiety, depression, OCD, bipolar, ADHD, peri/postpartum concerns, trauma, and impactful life transitions.

Elisabeth has provided services to individuals of all ages and families impacted by Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and cooccurring disorders. Through her curiosity and genuine interest in the well-being of others, she has broadened her experience and knowledge in mental health to include assisting others with Anxiety Disorder, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), eating disorders, addiction, depression, and much more.

There is a thread that runs through all the painful experiences we have as humans. Whether its depression, anxiety, loss, addiction, an existential crisis, or the myriad of other issues we face, these experiences of suffering all generate the same feeling of aloneness. These stark moments of aloneness are at the heart of our sorrow, and I have spent my life learning how to connect to people having these experiences so that they feel less alone. I feel really passionate about working with couples and groups as well as individuals.

You are here because you are having a difficult time. I know how overwhelming that can be. It can be intimidating to reach out and ask for help. However, you have already taken a huge first step because you are here. I primarily see clients experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, and life transitions. I believe in the power of a supportive, therapeutic relationship. I strive to offer an authentic experience where my clients feel safe, seen, and heard. My hope is to provide you with a supportive, therapeutic experience to foster positive, long-lasting outcomes.

I use my knowledge of psychotherapy and life experiences to assist my clients in becoming the best they can be. I take an eclectic approach to mental health assisting my clients in finding the best in themselves and enhancing their creative abilities to better understand their emotions and behaviors so each individual can take control of their life and lead the way to accomplish their goals and dreams. I work with adults, couples and families using a combination of approaches including EMDR, CBT, Existential and Client-Centered psychotherapies in order to alleviate the pain and suffering caused by depression, anxiety, PTSD, and other disorders.

Therapy for people who hate counseling - if that sounds like you, you're in the right place. If you're feeling overwhelmed and uncertain about life in general, I've got you. Juggling life and work and kids (or just one of those things!) is exhausting, and we can work together to strengthen your mental health and help you feel better, stronger, and the most content you can be. Maybe you're feeling "things are fine, but there's a big transition coming up that I really want to be prepared for." I have a simple, straightforward style that includes action items at each session to help you see real change in your life.

So often we have a desire to find someone who will truly listen to us, who can understand the challenges we face without judgment. We may need help to discover and set priorities to move forward and motivate us to live life more courageously. If you feel stuck or stagnant, experiencing anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, anger, trauma, or grief, I would consider it an honor to partner with you in the process of healing, growth, and redirection. When we find the courage to speak out loud or express ourselves through creative means, we gain fresh insight that can lead to positive change and a healthier, more authentic way of life.

My passion is helping people build healthy and meaningful lives. I am a Certified Sexual Addiction Therapist trained by Dr. Patrick Carnes, the pioneer in the field of sex addiction. I have extensive experience working with individuals struggling with all forms of addictions and compulsive behaviors including: sex, pornography, drugs, alcohol, food, work, spending, codependent relationships, etc. I use Attachment-Focused EMDR, Internal Family Systems, and Lifespan Integration to help people become free from underlying relational/attachment wounds.

Do you feel like the world was designed for one type of person, and that you didn’t get or don’t want to follow the rulebook? You’ve experienced rejection, discrimination, invalidation, or misunderstandings due to your neurodivergence, gender/sexual identity, chronic illness, or disability. Hiding parts of yourself to survive leaves you disconnected from your authentic self. You may be in the process of rebuilding yourself after childhood, partner, or religious abuse. It feels like your identity itself is in question, and you want relief from the depression, anxiety, and hopelessness, and to be able to accept yourself as you are.

My practice is limited to males 11 and up. Focus areas include boyhood, adolescence, masculinity and sexual health. We pretend boys don't experience the same degree of emotions compared to girls but in reality we don't teach boys how to identify, process and express emotions. It's little wonder substance abuse, domestic violence, violent crimes, road rage, communication/relationship problems and silent emotional suffering are at epidemic levels. Anger, depression, anxiety, poor self-esteem are rampant.

Rebecca has worked with Children, Adolescents, Adults, Couples, Families, Geriatrics, Trauma/PTSD, Sexual Assault/Trafficking Survivors, Crisis Management, Intimacy Issues, Depression, Anxiety, Grief/Bereavement, Psychotic Disorders, Mood Disorders, and more.

Things can get better. I know it can be hard to believe that. Give me the opportunity to help you find what better looks like for you. It can be hard to reach out and ask for help, especially in a culture that encourages us to go it alone. But everyone needs help sometimes, and if you reach out to me I promise to meet your courage with warmth and compassion.