Adoption Therapists in Myrtle Beach, SC
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Ellen C King
Counselor, MEd, LPC, RPT, NCC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I enjoy working with children, teenagers, families and adults and have been providing individual and family counseling for 15 years. I am a Registered Play Therapist, National Board Certified Counselor and Licensed Professional Counselor and I have received extensive training in Filial Play Therapy, Parenting Education, Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Post-
Adoption
Issues.
Lindsey Kovalik Bianchini
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LISW-CP
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I have expertise in the treatment of anxiety, depression, trauma related disorders, behavioral concerns,
adoption
, cancer/oncology, and self harm.
Do you or you child ever feel constantly worried or afraid? Do you or you child ever feel hopeless, helpless, or feel unlovable? I will provide you with a safe place, a listening ear, and an open mind. I am laid back and open minded, and work to meet you/your child where you/they are at in your/their mental health journey. My goal as a therapist is to assist you or your child understand the emotions you may be experiencing, and aid you in creating and finding tools that will benefit and support you.
Melissa Johansen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-CP, LISWCPS, LCSW-C, MSW
Verified
Verified
My passion is to assist clients in navigating the many emotions connected their trauma and help move you into a place of acceptance and peace in order to move from victim to survivor. I evaluate the current and past life experiences that often dictate behavior. I work with the client to learn how their past may be what is affecting their present and future. I teach life skills to help move past the pain and into healing.
Kellie McDougall
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-CP, CAC-AD
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
As a Licensed Social Worker, my mission is to help you find a healthy direction in life. There is power and potential in all of us for healing and growth. I assist my clients in understanding the interplay of the thoughts, feelings and behaviors that contribute to the distress in their lives. Clients begin to find hope when recognizable patterns emerge. Hope grows when these patterns are understood and accepted in the context of their past experiences. Change occurs with ongoing feedback, practice and encouragement. Challenging times can offer opportunity for self discovery and enhancement.
McCarthy Counseling Associates, PA
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, CCMHC, BCIM, BCN
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Dr. Robert E. McCarthy is an internationally-known authority in integrative medicine as well as a Licensed and Multi-Board Certified Professional Counselor and Supervisor providing assessment, diagnosis, and treatment for individuals with a range of medical, emotional, physical, neurological and developmental problems. Dr. McCarthy specializes in integrative medicine consultation and providing state-of-the-art QEEG, biofeedback, neurofeedback, hemoencephalography and computerized cognitive training. He was a contributing author to the landmark book Neurofeedback: The First Fifty Years.
Jennifer Lundgren
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LMHC, LPC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Therapy can help people experience life to the fullest by attaining a more meaningful relationship with self and others. Finding balance and a deeper connection with oneself allows us to better navigate life's ups and downs. I’m passionate about restoring hope to people who have lost, or have never believed, their ability to be worthy, lovable, and good enough. Whether you desire to be heard about current life stressors or you have unresolved trauma, need support with addiction, anxiety, depression or relationship issues, we will move in the direction that will lead you to your goals and a sense of overall well-being.
Not accepting new clients
Jill M Anderson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified
Verified
Feeling "stuck" and frustrated because of a traumatic life experience or chronic stress? Do you have chronic or irrational fear or phobias? I provide professional trauma resolution utilizing cutting edge models of therapy. I help people regain their ability to regulate and normalize the oftentimes devastating feelings and sensations that can overwhelm your life following trauma. These methods are different than traditional "talk therapy" in that the body and it's multitude of symptoms are addressed directly. Through gentle and safe experiential and somatic connection, the body can learn to complete and move the "stuck" energy out for good!
Dr. Emily Guarnotta
Psychologist, PsyD, PMH-C
Verified
Verified
Parenting is an extremely challenging life stage. Whether you are trying to conceive, pregnant, postpartum, or parenting, it is likely that you are experiencing some form of stress or anxiety. This is not only true of birthing mothers, but also non-birthing parents, fathers, and adopted parents. I am the owner of The Mindful Mommy, a practice offering group and individual therapy throughout New York, South Carolina, and Florida via a secure telehealth platform.
Waitlist for new clients
Amanda Mercer
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with more than 10 years of experience working with children, families, groups, and adults. I earned a Master of Science degree in Counseling and Art Therapy from Eastern Virginia Medical School in Norfolk, VA and Bachelor of Arts degrees in Psychology and Studio Art from St. Olaf College in Northfield, MN. I have experience working with military families and also the LGBQT community. I specialize in anxiety, depression, ADHD, and trauma. My goal is to help clients develop adaptive coping skills, and improve their quality of life by helping them feel empowered, understood and accepted.
Lenore Bolig
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Life is hard. Hope is found in facing the reality of your past and present. The goal of treatment that I strive for is for you to become all you were created to be; to be healed from the pain of the past, and move into the possibilities of the future. Whatever the past has thrown your way; whatever you are facing today; whatever future challenges are producing fear and anxiety, I would consider it a privilege to help you overcome your hurts, habits, and hang-ups. The past cannot be changed...the future is yet in your power. Don't let your past dictate who you are....Let it be part of who you will become.
Waitlist for new clients
Carol Koester Russo
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I am a Licensed Marriage, Family.and Child Therapist who has practiced for over 25 years. I treat the whole person as a unique interaction of mind, body and spirit. I honor therapy as a way to heal the upsets and traumatic wounds that keep us from feeling at peace with ourselves and others. I see people as parts of family systems that can create healthy relationships or problematic ones. I help families and couples change generational patterns and beliefs to be more supportive of their love and of empathic communication. I also specialize in treating Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder.
James Garvey
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LPCS
Verified
Verified
I have been treating children for over thirty years. I specialize in the treatment of children, adolescent, and their families. Treatment issues range from behavioral, anxiety, depression, trauma as well as developmental disorders( high functioning Autism spectrum) I used identified best practice treatment models ranging from but not limited too behavioral to cognitive behavioral. I offer supervision for Licensed Professional Associate (LPC/A). I am an establish Medicaid provider.
Laura Lovett
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I know first hand the twists and turns life can take you on. I enjoy assisting others on that same journey who are feeling the pressures of everyday life. I connect easily with people of all ages and walk along side their struggles with them allowing them to be who they are. I believe each struggle is an opportunity for growth and a lesson to propel us into the person we are to become. Depression and anxiety rates are higher now than ever before. You are not alone if you are feeling overwhelmed and distraught. The truth is you are enough and I would love the opportunity to walk through the battlefield with you.
The Counseling Center of SayeBrook, LLC
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
The staff at The Counseling Center of SayeBrook, LLC are dedicated to improving the quality of life for our patients. We offer a multitude of treatment modalities in order to provide the best care possible. Our patients can expect to receive effective and compassionate treatments. Our focus is helping the public achieve health, healing and happiness. We look forward to working with you and your family. Our licensed and board-certified therapists are trained to help children, adolescents and adults. We also coordinate care with medical professionals when necessary.
Cynthia Roark
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdS, NCC, LPC
Verified
Verified
Welcome! I am a compassionate, board-certified therapist dedicated to helping individuals and families heal from the effects of trauma and significant life stressors. With extensive experience in Attachment-Focused EMDR, EFT, and CBT, I offer a comprehensive approach to treatment for clients of all ages. I use a client-centered approach to tailor therapy to meet the unique needs of each person and the dynamics within their family and community and I strongly value using evidence-based methods to foster healing and growth.
Michael R Stewart
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LAC
Verified
Verified
I have been in the helping business for the last 25 years. My vast experiences in life have given me insights that enable me to help clients who suffer from relationship issues within their marriage, their families, their social environment and within their work place. I have also had great success working with clients who suffer from addictions (drugs, alcohol, sex, pornography, etc.) and co-dependency issues. My experiences as a teacher helps me work with adolescent issues related to anxiety, depression, behavior, self-esteem, sexuality, gender, etc.
Oceanic Counseling Group LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, CCTP, EMDR
Verified
Verified
I'm a certified EMDR therapist by EMDRIA. I use this approach to help adult survivors of emotional, physical and/or sexual trauma. I specialize in treating Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Grief, and Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). My passion is to help you break through the emotional blocks that are negatively influencing your present thoughts and emotions, and keeping you from living a fulfilling life.
G Henderson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCMHC
Verified
Verified
Making the decision to participate in therapy is a big step. I applaud you for making this decision because I know it is not an easy one. Maybe you are suddenly in the midst of an emotional crisis. Something happened such as a breakup, a death, job loss or many other possibilities. Now what? How to deal with this pain or grief, loss or stressful situation. By forming a relationship with a neutral outside person who has training in these matters, you can begin to get a handle of what is going on for you, identify your thoughts and feelings and develop a plan for positive change.
Your Therapy Works
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW-CP
Verified
Verified
Do you believe in the power of the mind-body connection and your own innate ability to overcome your health and emotional challenges? I am a Clinical Social Worker and Clinical Hypnotherapist. My approach to counseling is holistic; I believe in healing the whole person by tapping into the mind and body connection. I use an integrative approach to therapy, combining cognitive, behavioral, mindfulness strategies, and hypnotherapy. It is my intention to act as a guide on your journey of personal healing, to empower you on your mission of self-love, self-resilience, and self-discovery.
Coastal Samaritan Counseling Center
Counselor
1 Endorsed
1 Endorsed
One client put it this way, "Coastal Samaritan offers me a safe place to land." Our top notch team of professionally trained therapists offer genuine care and grace filled hospitality. Our philosophy includes the integration of mind, body, spirit and community. Every person's wellness depends upon successful integration of these four components. Outcome studies demonstrate that on average, our results are 20% better than national norms. Come experience the difference.
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Adoption Therapists
Does my adopted child need therapy?
Not every adopted child needs therapy. However, many can benefit from seeing an adoption-informed therapist, especially if they were victims of abuse or neglect, appear withdrawn or disconnected, have behavioral or developmental issues (which may or may not be related to their adoption), are struggling with feelings of grief or loss surrounding their birth parents, or find it difficult to establish an identity, a challenge that often becomes most apparent during adolescence.
When should adoptive parents seek therapy?
Prospective parents can benefit from therapy even before an adoption—for example, to voice worries and fears; to reconcile infertility struggles, if relevant; or simply to prepare themselves for parenthood. After the adoption, parents who are struggling to bond with their child; are unsure how to talk about adoption or related issues, such as race; or whose child is dealing with developmental, behavioral, or psychiatric concerns can address these and other issues with the help of an adoption-competent therapist.
Is family therapy appropriate for adoptive families?
Family therapy can be invaluable for strengthening the bond between adoptive parents and children, helping the latter feel more secure in their place in the family. Family therapy can also help adoptive families navigate complex communication issues—for example, parents who feel uncomfortable discussing race with their child, who in turn feels invalidated by their silence, or a child who has questions about his birth parents but avoids asking them out of fear of hurting his adoptive parents’ feelings.
What therapy is not appropriate for adoption issues?
A discredited therapy known as “attachment therapy” (sometimes called “holding therapy” or “rebirthing therapy”) should not be used to treat adopted and foster children, though it was largely designed for this population. Attachment therapy involves restraining, coercing, and punishing the child in order for them to “release” negative emotions and attach to their new caregivers—techniques that are abusive and dangerous and have even proven fatal in some cases.