Female Therapists in Mount Pleasant, SC
Marialyn ('Maria') Chowansky, LPC, helps individuals build resilience, manage emotional challenges, and create meaningful change through compassionate, evidence-based care. She provides individual therapy to teens, adults, and seniors across South Carolina, offering support for those navigating anxiety, depression, and trauma-related concerns. Maria is especially attentive to the unique needs of adolescents and teens, creating a safe and supportive space where they can explore their experiences and develop practical coping strategies.
Marialyn ('Maria') Chowansky, LPC, helps individuals build resilience, manage emotional challenges, and create meaningful change through compassionate, evidence-based care. She provides individual therapy to teens, adults, and seniors across South Carolina, offering support for those navigating anxiety, depression, and trauma-related concerns. Maria is especially attentive to the unique needs of adolescents and teens, creating a safe and supportive space where they can explore their experiences and develop practical coping strategies.
Thank you for considering me as your therapist—welcome to your new chapter. If you've been feeling disconnected in your relationship, overwhelmed by anxiety, or caught in patterns that no longer serve you, you don't have to navigate it alone. Our time together can help you gain clarity, heal from past painful experiences, and build healthier, more fulfilling relationships. I work with individuals and couples experiencing relationship challenges, anxiety, life transitions, and the lasting effects of emotionally unhealthy or abusive relationships. This can show up in daily life as chronic people-pleasing and codependency.
Thank you for considering me as your therapist—welcome to your new chapter. If you've been feeling disconnected in your relationship, overwhelmed by anxiety, or caught in patterns that no longer serve you, you don't have to navigate it alone. Our time together can help you gain clarity, heal from past painful experiences, and build healthier, more fulfilling relationships. I work with individuals and couples experiencing relationship challenges, anxiety, life transitions, and the lasting effects of emotionally unhealthy or abusive relationships. This can show up in daily life as chronic people-pleasing and codependency.
I work with adults who may be experiencing problems related to stress, mood, trauma, grief, alcohol/substance use, life transitions, social difficulties, and many other struggles. I help my clients make sense of past experiences, identify future goals, and are looking for help on how to get there.
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I work with adults who may be experiencing problems related to stress, mood, trauma, grief, alcohol/substance use, life transitions, social difficulties, and many other struggles. I help my clients make sense of past experiences, identify future goals, and are looking for help on how to get there.
Please visit my website to schedule a free 15 minute consultation by phone
Alexandra Herrmann
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA
Mount Pleasant, SC 29464
Waitlist for new clients
Hi, I'm Alexandra Herrmann and my goal as a therapist is to provide a supportive space for you to share and process your most pressing struggles, emotions, thoughts, and worries. I am here to not only hear your story, but to also equip you with tools so that you may develop greater insight and coping skills to help you better connect to the present moment and explore the next steps of your life. I believe in building connections with clients so that we may collaborate in our work together. I also encourage clients to provide me with continuous feedback so that I may know what is most effective in your treatment.
Hi, I'm Alexandra Herrmann and my goal as a therapist is to provide a supportive space for you to share and process your most pressing struggles, emotions, thoughts, and worries. I am here to not only hear your story, but to also equip you with tools so that you may develop greater insight and coping skills to help you better connect to the present moment and explore the next steps of your life. I believe in building connections with clients so that we may collaborate in our work together. I also encourage clients to provide me with continuous feedback so that I may know what is most effective in your treatment.
Dr. McGinnis’ practice focuses on increasing connection with one’s inner self through exploring and processing difficult emotions, experiences, and beliefs. Her goal is to help individuals work through difficulties they face in order to reduce unnecessary suffering and create a life worth living. Dr. McGinnis believes therapy is a powerful, complex, interpersonal process and works with individuals on acceptance of the self and one’s life as it is in order to create change and move towards a life that provides meaning, fulfillment, and sense of purpose. She is passionate about her work and inspired by her clients' stories of healing.
Dr. McGinnis’ practice focuses on increasing connection with one’s inner self through exploring and processing difficult emotions, experiences, and beliefs. Her goal is to help individuals work through difficulties they face in order to reduce unnecessary suffering and create a life worth living. Dr. McGinnis believes therapy is a powerful, complex, interpersonal process and works with individuals on acceptance of the self and one’s life as it is in order to create change and move towards a life that provides meaning, fulfillment, and sense of purpose. She is passionate about her work and inspired by her clients' stories of healing.
Hello, I am so glad you are here! As a therapist, I enjoy talking and working with teenagers and young adults as they navigate different seasons of life. Anxiety, self-esteem, conflict-resolution and life transitions are areas I am excited to help you with and I believe in your ability to make positive changes.
Hello, I am so glad you are here! As a therapist, I enjoy talking and working with teenagers and young adults as they navigate different seasons of life. Anxiety, self-esteem, conflict-resolution and life transitions are areas I am excited to help you with and I believe in your ability to make positive changes.
Making the choice to pursue therapy means two things: 1) you feel ready to face something you want to change or improve in your life, and 2) you realize that you don't have to do it alone. Both of these demonstrate wisdom and strength, and it's an honor to be a part of that journey with my clients. Taking the step to work with a therapist allows you to hit the "reset button" on circumstances that may otherwise have you stuck. It offers a fresh perspective and a new set of skills with which to tackle the problem.
Making the choice to pursue therapy means two things: 1) you feel ready to face something you want to change or improve in your life, and 2) you realize that you don't have to do it alone. Both of these demonstrate wisdom and strength, and it's an honor to be a part of that journey with my clients. Taking the step to work with a therapist allows you to hit the "reset button" on circumstances that may otherwise have you stuck. It offers a fresh perspective and a new set of skills with which to tackle the problem.
Are you ready to embark on a journey of self-discovery and emotional healing? I offer a safe haven where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and challenges without fear of judgment; your well-being takes center stage. Life can present us with unexpected twists and turns, leaving us feeling overwhelmed or lost. Whether you're navigating through anxiety, coping with the weight of depression, or facing significant life changes, I am here to support you every step of the way. In our sessions, you'll find a listening ear and a compassionate heart. I provide a non-judgmental space where your experiences are respected and understood.
Are you ready to embark on a journey of self-discovery and emotional healing? I offer a safe haven where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and challenges without fear of judgment; your well-being takes center stage. Life can present us with unexpected twists and turns, leaving us feeling overwhelmed or lost. Whether you're navigating through anxiety, coping with the weight of depression, or facing significant life changes, I am here to support you every step of the way. In our sessions, you'll find a listening ear and a compassionate heart. I provide a non-judgmental space where your experiences are respected and understood.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate (LPC-A) with a bachelor’s degree in Psychology and a master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Mississippi State University (MSU).
I approach counseling through a person-centered lens, striving to meet each individual where they are in their therapeutic journey. Whether working with children, adolescents, teens, adults, or long-term clients, I am dedicated to creating a welcoming and safe environment for all.
My passion for mental health extends across all populations, with a focus on relieving symptoms of anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and life transitions.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate (LPC-A) with a bachelor’s degree in Psychology and a master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Mississippi State University (MSU).
I approach counseling through a person-centered lens, striving to meet each individual where they are in their therapeutic journey. Whether working with children, adolescents, teens, adults, or long-term clients, I am dedicated to creating a welcoming and safe environment for all.
My passion for mental health extends across all populations, with a focus on relieving symptoms of anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and life transitions.
Celia Morgan Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd , LPC , LMHC
2 Endorsed
Mount Pleasant, SC 29466
I specialize in helping children and adults who have experienced past or recent trauma, as well as couples and families. I have specific training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy, Trauma-Focused CBT, and Emotion-Focused Couples Therapy (EFCT). Many of my clients come to me because they are experiencing anxiety, anger, and/or depression symptoms that are impacting their ability to enjoy things they used to, function the way they want to day to day, maintain relationships, or break away from the negative cycles in their relationships.
I specialize in helping children and adults who have experienced past or recent trauma, as well as couples and families. I have specific training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy, Trauma-Focused CBT, and Emotion-Focused Couples Therapy (EFCT). Many of my clients come to me because they are experiencing anxiety, anger, and/or depression symptoms that are impacting their ability to enjoy things they used to, function the way they want to day to day, maintain relationships, or break away from the negative cycles in their relationships.
I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Clemson University and Master’s and Specialist’s degrees in School Psychology from the University of Georgia. I have experience working within the public school setting as a School Psychologist and as a Child and Adolescent Psychologist II for the SC Department of Mental Health. I am a former President of the International Dyslexia Association - SC and member of the SC Dyslexia Law Task Force. I am the former Co-Owner of Breakwater Associates, a multidisciplinary private practice that offered psychoeducational evaluations, dyslexia therapy, counseling, and executive function coaching.
I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Clemson University and Master’s and Specialist’s degrees in School Psychology from the University of Georgia. I have experience working within the public school setting as a School Psychologist and as a Child and Adolescent Psychologist II for the SC Department of Mental Health. I am a former President of the International Dyslexia Association - SC and member of the SC Dyslexia Law Task Force. I am the former Co-Owner of Breakwater Associates, a multidisciplinary private practice that offered psychoeducational evaluations, dyslexia therapy, counseling, and executive function coaching.
Cara Mazurek
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-CP
5 Endorsed
Mount Pleasant, SC 29464
Waitlist for new clients
Indecision, constant stress, nagging self doubt, frequent fights with the people closest to you, feeling lost, stuck, or disconnected—do any of these sound familiar? At Theraworks Psychotherapy, I'll help you face these oh-so human experiences and empower you to move toward a life of greater satisfaction, contentment, resilience, and joy. My office is a place where self-discovery and emotional exploration meet judgment-free, empathetic support through a holistic, whole-health lens—a place to feel, heal, grow, and thrive.
Indecision, constant stress, nagging self doubt, frequent fights with the people closest to you, feeling lost, stuck, or disconnected—do any of these sound familiar? At Theraworks Psychotherapy, I'll help you face these oh-so human experiences and empower you to move toward a life of greater satisfaction, contentment, resilience, and joy. My office is a place where self-discovery and emotional exploration meet judgment-free, empathetic support through a holistic, whole-health lens—a place to feel, heal, grow, and thrive.
As a Licensed Psychoeducational Specialist and School Psychologist, I specialize in comprehensive diagnostic evaluations and executive functioning coaching. I work with families navigating school-related stress, including self-esteem, missed assignments, deadline struggles, study skills and time management challenges. Whether you're seeking diagnostic clarity or practical strategies to support your child’s academic success, I provide compassionate, evidence-based guidance to help students thrive in and out of the classroom. I offer psychoeducational evaluations, executive functioning coaching, as well as parent advocacy and support.
As a Licensed Psychoeducational Specialist and School Psychologist, I specialize in comprehensive diagnostic evaluations and executive functioning coaching. I work with families navigating school-related stress, including self-esteem, missed assignments, deadline struggles, study skills and time management challenges. Whether you're seeking diagnostic clarity or practical strategies to support your child’s academic success, I provide compassionate, evidence-based guidance to help students thrive in and out of the classroom. I offer psychoeducational evaluations, executive functioning coaching, as well as parent advocacy and support.
You may be feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, burnout, grief, relationship stress, or a major life transition such as divorce or midlife change. When your usual coping strategies stop working, it can feel discouraging and isolating. Therapy offers a supportive, collaborative space to regain clarity, strengthen emotional balance, and move forward with greater confidence.
I work with adults navigating life transitions, midlife changes, high-achiever burnout, relationship issues, anxiety and broader life changes.
You may be feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, burnout, grief, relationship stress, or a major life transition such as divorce or midlife change. When your usual coping strategies stop working, it can feel discouraging and isolating. Therapy offers a supportive, collaborative space to regain clarity, strengthen emotional balance, and move forward with greater confidence.
I work with adults navigating life transitions, midlife changes, high-achiever burnout, relationship issues, anxiety and broader life changes.
Whether you're navigating anxiety, depression, life transitions, trauma, chronic pain or injury recovery, or the pressures of athletics and performance, you don't have to do it alone. I believe that you are the expert on you, and my role is to provide a supportive, collaborative space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered. Together, we'll identify patterns that may be keeping you stuck, build on your strengths, and work toward meaningful, lasting change at a pace that feels right for you.
Whether you're navigating anxiety, depression, life transitions, trauma, chronic pain or injury recovery, or the pressures of athletics and performance, you don't have to do it alone. I believe that you are the expert on you, and my role is to provide a supportive, collaborative space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered. Together, we'll identify patterns that may be keeping you stuck, build on your strengths, and work toward meaningful, lasting change at a pace that feels right for you.
Tracey Fournier earned her undergraduate degree in psychology at Eastern Washington University and her Masters in Professional Counseling at Liberty University. Tracey has been living in the lowcountry for 15 years and enjoys traveling and spending time with her Husband and three children. Tracey specializes in treating trauma and PTSD, but also treats depression, anxiety, ADHD, and other disorders.
Tracey Fournier earned her undergraduate degree in psychology at Eastern Washington University and her Masters in Professional Counseling at Liberty University. Tracey has been living in the lowcountry for 15 years and enjoys traveling and spending time with her Husband and three children. Tracey specializes in treating trauma and PTSD, but also treats depression, anxiety, ADHD, and other disorders.
You might be feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, school stress, or big life changes, or noticing your child or teen struggling and you're not sure how to help. Maybe emotions feel hard to manage, relationships feel strained, or confidence has take a hit. Chrissy works with children, teens, young adults, and families to create a supportive, compasstionate space while building practical skills so you can feel more confident, understood, and better equipped to handle life's challenges.
You might be feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, school stress, or big life changes, or noticing your child or teen struggling and you're not sure how to help. Maybe emotions feel hard to manage, relationships feel strained, or confidence has take a hit. Chrissy works with children, teens, young adults, and families to create a supportive, compasstionate space while building practical skills so you can feel more confident, understood, and better equipped to handle life's challenges.
David Orvin, LISW-CP, provides compassionate mental health care to individuals, couples, and families in South Carolina. Based in Charleston, he supports adults, seniors, and military/veterans, specializing in anxiety, depression, substance use, and behavioral health challenges. David uses evidence-based approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help clients develop coping skills, build resilience, and achieve lasting change. He also offers ADHD coaching and support for life transitions and medical challenges, creating a safe, empathetic space for growth and healing.David Orvin,
David Orvin, LISW-CP, provides compassionate mental health care to individuals, couples, and families in South Carolina. Based in Charleston, he supports adults, seniors, and military/veterans, specializing in anxiety, depression, substance use, and behavioral health challenges. David uses evidence-based approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help clients develop coping skills, build resilience, and achieve lasting change. He also offers ADHD coaching and support for life transitions and medical challenges, creating a safe, empathetic space for growth and healing.David Orvin,
I work with individuals & couples who want to better understand themselves, navigate life's challenges, & build more meaningful connections with others. Whether you are struggling with relationship difficulties, grief, life transitions, anxiety, trauma, or feeling stuck in recurring patterns, we will explore these experiences with curiosity & compassion. My approach is trauma-informed, strengths-based, & grounded in psychodynamic principles. I work with young adults, adults, & older adults from diverse cultural, racial, & religious backgrounds. I am LGBTQIA+ affirming & want clients to bring their full selves into the work.
I work with individuals & couples who want to better understand themselves, navigate life's challenges, & build more meaningful connections with others. Whether you are struggling with relationship difficulties, grief, life transitions, anxiety, trauma, or feeling stuck in recurring patterns, we will explore these experiences with curiosity & compassion. My approach is trauma-informed, strengths-based, & grounded in psychodynamic principles. I work with young adults, adults, & older adults from diverse cultural, racial, & religious backgrounds. I am LGBTQIA+ affirming & want clients to bring their full selves into the work.
Hi – I’m Lisa! I've always been drawn to the complexities of the human mind and the beauty of the human experience, even with all its challenges. Are you feeling challenged right now? Have you found yourself at a crossroads and struggling with identifying the right path forward? Facing a new phase of life? Unhappy in your relationship but not ready to let go? Trying to overcome the damage from psychological and emotional abuse at the hands of a loved one? Stuck in unhealthy patterns in your marriage? I believe that it’s only through challenges that we grow, realize our inner strengths, and get to know who we really are. Let me help!
Hi – I’m Lisa! I've always been drawn to the complexities of the human mind and the beauty of the human experience, even with all its challenges. Are you feeling challenged right now? Have you found yourself at a crossroads and struggling with identifying the right path forward? Facing a new phase of life? Unhappy in your relationship but not ready to let go? Trying to overcome the damage from psychological and emotional abuse at the hands of a loved one? Stuck in unhealthy patterns in your marriage? I believe that it’s only through challenges that we grow, realize our inner strengths, and get to know who we really are. Let me help!
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FAQ - Therapist Gender
Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, 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 because they feel more comfortable with a therapist of their own gender due to shared life experiences or perspectives. Considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether your therapist’s gender may matter or improve their therapeutic experience. The most important consideration is that a client is able to build a trusting relationship with their therapist.
Can clients benefit from having a therapist of the same gender?
Therapy is not gender-specific, but some men as well as women feel more comfortable opening up about their experiences and history with therapists of a specific gender. An individual may feel that they have to explain less background information and be on the same page more quickly, particularly when discussing gender-specific challenges. That said, a good clinician can transcend most if not all gender concerns. Ultimately, the most important factor in therapy is the connection and trust the client is able to build with the practitioner.
What are the advantages of seeing a female therapist?
Many people - not just women - prefer to see a female therapist. For women, this could be because they believe that they will be able to better connect with a woman, and that a female therapist will be able to relate to their specific challenges and personal issues. It may be particularly beneficial for women to see a female therapist, for example, for gender-specific issues, such as sexism in the workplace, relationship issues, and gender roles. Women who see a female therapist may also feel freer to discuss challenges that are closely tied to gender, such as life transitions including motherhood or menopause. Some clients who instinctively feel more comfortable disclosing to women may find it easier to broach sensitive subjects with a female therapist.The most important factor in therapy is the client-therapist connection, and a therapist's gender as well as many other factors may play an important role in this.
Is therapy different for men and women?
Therapy can be different for men and women insofar as gender plays a role in the challenges an individual faces and the events in life an individual has experienced. Women often face different expectations from their families, friends, and society than men do. In some cases, women might feel most comfortable expressing themselves differently from how men do. Talking about one's feelings and emotions is a critical part of most therapies, and some women might find it comes more naturally when talking to a female therapist. Ultimately, though, therapeutic treatment should be tailored to the individual's specific needs.
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 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.