Therapists in Mount Pleasant, SC
Reaching out for help is sometimes the hardest step on ones path to healing. That is why establishing a genuine, trusting connection with a clinician is such a vital part of the therapeutic process. I believe in a client-centered approach that nurtures a safe and supportive environment where a client feels valued, understood and empowered. Gaining confidence in yourself to manage daily stressors, challenging relationships, and life's hardships can have a positive long-lasting affect on overall mental health and physical well-being.
Reaching out for help is sometimes the hardest step on ones path to healing. That is why establishing a genuine, trusting connection with a clinician is such a vital part of the therapeutic process. I believe in a client-centered approach that nurtures a safe and supportive environment where a client feels valued, understood and empowered. Gaining confidence in yourself to manage daily stressors, challenging relationships, and life's hardships can have a positive long-lasting affect on overall mental health and physical well-being.
Cara McMenamin Sullivan
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, PMH-C, NCC
2 Endorsed
Mount Pleasant, SC 29464
There is plenty in the world right now to stimulate anxiety and fear. As a parent trying to help your kid thrive, as a teenager trying to develop your own identity, or as a new mom trying to navigate impossible expectations, you feel worn down. And while the world might be out of your control, your life doesn't have to be. In my ten years of experience in the field (first in New Orleans and then NYC), I have come to understand that therapy is the opportunity to foster the resilience that is already within you. And that is best accomplished by working closely with a therapist who "clicks" with you.
There is plenty in the world right now to stimulate anxiety and fear. As a parent trying to help your kid thrive, as a teenager trying to develop your own identity, or as a new mom trying to navigate impossible expectations, you feel worn down. And while the world might be out of your control, your life doesn't have to be. In my ten years of experience in the field (first in New Orleans and then NYC), I have come to understand that therapy is the opportunity to foster the resilience that is already within you. And that is best accomplished by working closely with a therapist who "clicks" with you.
Our clients are adults and couples who feel stuck in patterns they don’t fully understand—whether in relationships, emotional reactions, or life direction. Many come in navigating anxiety, trauma, or disconnection, often after trying to push through on their own without lasting relief. They’re not just looking to feel better, but to understand themselves more deeply. Our team helps by identifying underlying patterns, processing meaningful past experiences, and building insight alongside practical tools, so clients can create clarity, stability, and lasting change in how they relate to themselves and others.
Our clients are adults and couples who feel stuck in patterns they don’t fully understand—whether in relationships, emotional reactions, or life direction. Many come in navigating anxiety, trauma, or disconnection, often after trying to push through on their own without lasting relief. They’re not just looking to feel better, but to understand themselves more deeply. Our team helps by identifying underlying patterns, processing meaningful past experiences, and building insight alongside practical tools, so clients can create clarity, stability, and lasting change in how they relate to themselves and others.
Grieving the loss of a loved one? Dealing with anxiety over stressful life changes? Navigating relationship challenges? I am here to help you explore your feelings and cope with all the challenges in life. I am a LISW-CP with extensive experience with grief counseling, marriage counseling, and trauma counseling. I have a Bachelor’s degree from Auburn University and a Master’s from Florida State University. I offer a safe space for you to identify goals and create an individualized treatment plan that meets all of your needs. My evidenced-based treatment involves practices like CBT, ACT, DBT and Person Centered Therapy.
Grieving the loss of a loved one? Dealing with anxiety over stressful life changes? Navigating relationship challenges? I am here to help you explore your feelings and cope with all the challenges in life. I am a LISW-CP with extensive experience with grief counseling, marriage counseling, and trauma counseling. I have a Bachelor’s degree from Auburn University and a Master’s from Florida State University. I offer a safe space for you to identify goals and create an individualized treatment plan that meets all of your needs. My evidenced-based treatment involves practices like CBT, ACT, DBT and Person Centered Therapy.
You're exhausted from walking on eggshells, constantly wondering if you're the problem. You lie awake at 3am with a racing mind, drained by a relationship where nothing is ever "enough." Whether you're recovering from a narcissistic partner or family member, terrified that you might be the narcissist yourself and desperately wanting to change, or struggling with explosive anger and silent anxiety, you don't have to carry this alone. The endless arguments and the terrifying thought that things will never get better can leave you paralyzed. But you are not broken, and this isn't the end of your story.
You're exhausted from walking on eggshells, constantly wondering if you're the problem. You lie awake at 3am with a racing mind, drained by a relationship where nothing is ever "enough." Whether you're recovering from a narcissistic partner or family member, terrified that you might be the narcissist yourself and desperately wanting to change, or struggling with explosive anger and silent anxiety, you don't have to carry this alone. The endless arguments and the terrifying thought that things will never get better can leave you paralyzed. But you are not broken, and this isn't the end of your story.
With over 25 years of experience, I offer individuals and families a safe and accepting environment to explore and gain a better understanding of the issues most affecting their lives. In addition to providing tools, skills, and resources for better managing symptoms and behaviors, I work with people on gaining greater insight and understanding into the various underlying causes of their internal and external difficulties. When combined with a strengths-based approach that helps people get in touch with and summon their inner courage, strength, and best self, we can work on making meaningful and long-lasting change.
With over 25 years of experience, I offer individuals and families a safe and accepting environment to explore and gain a better understanding of the issues most affecting their lives. In addition to providing tools, skills, and resources for better managing symptoms and behaviors, I work with people on gaining greater insight and understanding into the various underlying causes of their internal and external difficulties. When combined with a strengths-based approach that helps people get in touch with and summon their inner courage, strength, and best self, we can work on making meaningful and long-lasting change.
Hello, I’m Havana. As a licensed clinical social worker, I show a natural aptitude for empathy and a deep-rooted desire to make a positive impact on the lives of others. As a teen, I recognized the importance of mental health and its profound influence on overall well-being. This awareness led myself to pursue a career dedicated to helping those facing the journey of anxiety, depression, life transitions, teen issues and wellness development. My approach to therapy is defined by collaboration, understanding, and support. I foster an environment where clients are encouraged to express themselves freely and authentically.
Hello, I’m Havana. As a licensed clinical social worker, I show a natural aptitude for empathy and a deep-rooted desire to make a positive impact on the lives of others. As a teen, I recognized the importance of mental health and its profound influence on overall well-being. This awareness led myself to pursue a career dedicated to helping those facing the journey of anxiety, depression, life transitions, teen issues and wellness development. My approach to therapy is defined by collaboration, understanding, and support. I foster an environment where clients are encouraged to express themselves freely and authentically.
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!
Welcoming new clients. With 25+ years of success as a versatile, supportive clinical psychologist, it is my joy to focus now on working primarily with couples and the midlife woman. She is often encountering life experiences that impact her mental health including: physical changes, empty nest, job changes, gray divorce, retirement or caring for aging parents or children. I am passionate about supporting women who are experiencing the loneliness and isolation of living in a toxic relationship or healing from one. Also, I am fervent about helping couples reconnect, communicate better and build a stronger future together.
Welcoming new clients. With 25+ years of success as a versatile, supportive clinical psychologist, it is my joy to focus now on working primarily with couples and the midlife woman. She is often encountering life experiences that impact her mental health including: physical changes, empty nest, job changes, gray divorce, retirement or caring for aging parents or children. I am passionate about supporting women who are experiencing the loneliness and isolation of living in a toxic relationship or healing from one. Also, I am fervent about helping couples reconnect, communicate better and build a stronger future together.
I believe every person carries a unique and deeply personal story—one shaped by lived experiences, relationships, inner struggles, and the ongoing search for meaning. Many of the clients I work with come to therapy feeling stuck in patterns that impact their sense of self-worth, their relationships, and their ability to set and maintain healthy boundaries.
My goal is to help you strengthen your sense of self, build healthier relationships, and develop boundaries that protect your time, energy, and emotional well-being.
I believe every person carries a unique and deeply personal story—one shaped by lived experiences, relationships, inner struggles, and the ongoing search for meaning. Many of the clients I work with come to therapy feeling stuck in patterns that impact their sense of self-worth, their relationships, and their ability to set and maintain healthy boundaries.
My goal is to help you strengthen your sense of self, build healthier relationships, and develop boundaries that protect your time, energy, and emotional well-being.
Making your first appointment can be one of the most challenging steps in your mental health journey. At LifeStance, we make it simple by offering both online and in-person therapy and psychiatry services, covered by major insurance plans.
Making your first appointment can be one of the most challenging steps in your mental health journey. At LifeStance, we make it simple by offering both online and in-person therapy and psychiatry services, covered by major insurance plans.
Illumii Pathfinding Group- Wendy
Licensed Psycho-Educational Specialist, MA, EdS, LPES, BCBA
Mount Pleasant, SC 29466
Picture a child with unique challenges in cognitive, social-emotional, or behavioral areas. Their family is eager to support them effectively, helping them thrive at home and in the community. They seek insights into strengths and areas needing support to help their child reach full potential, celebrating successes along the way. My ideal clients are proactive in seeking professional guidance.
Picture a child with unique challenges in cognitive, social-emotional, or behavioral areas. Their family is eager to support them effectively, helping them thrive at home and in the community. They seek insights into strengths and areas needing support to help their child reach full potential, celebrating successes along the way. My ideal clients are proactive in seeking professional guidance.
As a couples counselor with 15 years of experience, I integrate my individual existential framework with attachment-based approaches to help partners explore the deeper meaning of their relationship and the patterns shaping how they connect. Together, we identify core needs, fears, and values while building secure emotional bonds. I work with couples to create practical strategies for change, improve communication, and repair disconnection. This process fosters greater understanding, emotional safety, and more intentional, meaningful relationships grounded in authenticity.
As a couples counselor with 15 years of experience, I integrate my individual existential framework with attachment-based approaches to help partners explore the deeper meaning of their relationship and the patterns shaping how they connect. Together, we identify core needs, fears, and values while building secure emotional bonds. I work with couples to create practical strategies for change, improve communication, and repair disconnection. This process fosters greater understanding, emotional safety, and more intentional, meaningful relationships grounded in authenticity.
With more than 30 years of experience, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating depression, anxiety, panic attacks, ADHD, life transitions, women’s issues, family dynamics, couples counseling, and the unique stressors of first responders and military life. I am passionate about helping people uncover their strengths and create a sense of direction using evidence-based approaches. My goal is to guide clients in moving beyond anxiety, negative self-talk, and limiting beliefs, while fostering self-trust, authentic communication, and a life aligned with their core values.
With more than 30 years of experience, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating depression, anxiety, panic attacks, ADHD, life transitions, women’s issues, family dynamics, couples counseling, and the unique stressors of first responders and military life. I am passionate about helping people uncover their strengths and create a sense of direction using evidence-based approaches. My goal is to guide clients in moving beyond anxiety, negative self-talk, and limiting beliefs, while fostering self-trust, authentic communication, and a life aligned with their core values.
Currently Accepting New Clients!
My ideal clients—children, adolescents, adults, and parents—arrive with authentic experiences, complex emotions, and a hope to regain balance. They’re seeking a safe, supportive environment where they feel heard and truly accepted. I strive to meet each individual where they are, cultivating trust through honest, compassionate connection. Together, we work to strengthen character, build confidence, and recognize the resilience and abilities they already possess, guiding them toward healing, clarity, and lasting, meaningful change in their daily lives. Empowering clients is at the heart of my work.
Currently Accepting New Clients!
My ideal clients—children, adolescents, adults, and parents—arrive with authentic experiences, complex emotions, and a hope to regain balance. They’re seeking a safe, supportive environment where they feel heard and truly accepted. I strive to meet each individual where they are, cultivating trust through honest, compassionate connection. Together, we work to strengthen character, build confidence, and recognize the resilience and abilities they already possess, guiding them toward healing, clarity, and lasting, meaningful change in their daily lives. Empowering clients is at the heart of my work.
I am a trauma-informed Licensed Professional Counselor in SC, and a Board Certified Registered Art Therapist, working in counseling since 2015. I work with adults (18+) seeking nervous system regulation, emotional resilience, and a more authentic and empowered way of living. My approach is integrative and person-centered, guiding Clients to find agency and work through distress in a safe, non-judgmental environment. I enjoy combining a variety of therapeutic modalities including EMDR, IFS skills, somatic exercises, and art therapy, giving me flexibility to personalize treatment.
I am a trauma-informed Licensed Professional Counselor in SC, and a Board Certified Registered Art Therapist, working in counseling since 2015. I work with adults (18+) seeking nervous system regulation, emotional resilience, and a more authentic and empowered way of living. My approach is integrative and person-centered, guiding Clients to find agency and work through distress in a safe, non-judgmental environment. I enjoy combining a variety of therapeutic modalities including EMDR, IFS skills, somatic exercises, and art therapy, giving me flexibility to personalize treatment.
Accepting new adult, individual and couples counseling clients – Feeling stuck, anxious, or disconnected — in life, love, or work? I help individuals and couples improve communication, ease stress and burnout, and create stronger, more fulfilling relationships and lives. If you're questioning your career path or just starting out, I’ll help you gain clarity and direction. With 30 years of experience as a licensed therapist and coach, I offer practical, compassionate support to help you create lasting change.
Accepting new adult, individual and couples counseling clients – Feeling stuck, anxious, or disconnected — in life, love, or work? I help individuals and couples improve communication, ease stress and burnout, and create stronger, more fulfilling relationships and lives. If you're questioning your career path or just starting out, I’ll help you gain clarity and direction. With 30 years of experience as a licensed therapist and coach, I offer practical, compassionate support to help you create lasting change.
If you are feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure of what comes next, you are not alone. I work with teens, young adults, and adults navigating anxiety, depression, life transitions, grief, OCD, and a range of other concerns that come up in everyday life. Many people come to therapy not because they have everything clearly defined, but because something feels off or difficult to manage. You do not have to come in with everything figured out. Part of the process is slowing down, making sense of what you are feeling, and finding a way to move forward that feels steady and manageable.
If you are feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure of what comes next, you are not alone. I work with teens, young adults, and adults navigating anxiety, depression, life transitions, grief, OCD, and a range of other concerns that come up in everyday life. Many people come to therapy not because they have everything clearly defined, but because something feels off or difficult to manage. You do not have to come in with everything figured out. Part of the process is slowing down, making sense of what you are feeling, and finding a way to move forward that feels steady and manageable.
The issues that bring individuals to a therapist such as depression, stress, grief, or relationship issues don't feel very good. However, these very issues and the path we enter to resolve them can result in enormous opportunities for growth. I work with clients who want to learn more effective ways of relating to others, reduce depression and anxiety, become more aware of personal boundaries, and live more authentic lives in the present moment. Some of my areas of specialty are: parenting issues, relationship issues, divorce contemplation and recovery, and understanding grief and loss.
The issues that bring individuals to a therapist such as depression, stress, grief, or relationship issues don't feel very good. However, these very issues and the path we enter to resolve them can result in enormous opportunities for growth. I work with clients who want to learn more effective ways of relating to others, reduce depression and anxiety, become more aware of personal boundaries, and live more authentic lives in the present moment. Some of my areas of specialty are: parenting issues, relationship issues, divorce contemplation and recovery, and understanding grief and loss.
It can be defeating when the stressors and challenges of life begin to feel heavy. You can feel stuck, overwhelmed, or unhappy. Have you felt that your life has been filled with these emotions? If so, now is the time to address these stressors and begin to live a more gratifying and rewarding life.
I know how trauma, depression, and anxiety can interfere with your life and stop you from living in line with your goals and values. I am devoted to addressing the areas of your life that are holding you back and help you find a meaningful path forward.
It can be defeating when the stressors and challenges of life begin to feel heavy. You can feel stuck, overwhelmed, or unhappy. Have you felt that your life has been filled with these emotions? If so, now is the time to address these stressors and begin to live a more gratifying and rewarding life.
I know how trauma, depression, and anxiety can interfere with your life and stop you from living in line with your goals and values. I am devoted to addressing the areas of your life that are holding you back and help you find a meaningful path forward.
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Number of Therapists in Mount Pleasant, SC
500+
Average cost per session
$150
Therapists in Mount Pleasant, SC who prioritize treating:
| 93% | Anxiety |
| 93% | Social Anxiety |
| 93% | Health Anxiety |
| 93% | Driving Anxiety |
| 85% | Depression |
| 76% | Relationship Issues |
| 76% | Self Esteem |
Average years in practice
11 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 79% | Aetna |
| 77% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
| 59% | Cigna and Evernorth |
How Therapists in Mount Pleasant, SC see their clients
| 71% | In Person and Online | |
| 29% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 85% | Female | |
| 14% | Male | |
| 1% | Non-Binary |