Obesity Therapists in North Myrtle Beach, SC

I work predominantly with adults ages 21-81. About 20% of my practice consists of families or couples. Common themes for therapy are family conflict, romantic relationships or lack of, chronic illness, anxiety and depression.

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.

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.

Do you struggle with emotions that are difficult to manage? Are you engaging in behaviors that are problematic and interfering with your quality of life? I am intensively trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), a treatment that helps people learn healthy ways of regulating emotions, behaviors and thoughts. I will work with you in learning how to effectively make changes, solve problems and learn to accept yourself so that you may enhance your capacity to experience joy in your life. I also specialize in ACT, another CBT approach that helps people learn new ways of attending to their thoughts and emotions.

My focus is helping adults, and families cope with the challenges that move through our lives. I provide counseling for adults, teens and children hoping to balance life's stressors. Whether it is navigating middle school or work related stress, communicating relationship issues, or comforting overwhelmed children and teens, I can help you plan for, and cope with change. I have experience with trauma and grief counseling, as well as relationship changes and the impact of divorce. I also provide individual counseling for parents and teens coping with chronic health issues including diabetes and obesity.

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.

A safe therapeutic space is critical to the therapy experience so that the individual feels heard, understood, and supported while learning skills to navigate life’s challenges. During events of high stress, anxiety, and uncertainty, Maria’s approach is warm and caring, as she encourages open communication, collaboration, and participation. Maria has extensive experience working with adults, well as with and children with Autism spectrum disorders and other developmental disabilities. She is passionate about providing effective support, working to understand the unique perspective of each individual.

Life can be ALOT to manage! Do you often feel ovewhelemed managing all the things? Finding a balance when your trying to manage a complex range of emotions can be paralyzing. Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, post partum issues, relationship issues, perhaps stuck in old family patterns or could you benefit from support in general? Are you sick and tired of being sick and tired? Everyone deserves a healthy and happy existence.

"In order to achieve the soul-searching that we desire and legitimately need, it is important to find a quiet place to be alone. Only in that silence and solitude are we able to remember that we already know the things that will bring us lasting happiness" My approach centers on helping my clients gain insight into unwanted thoughts and behaviors utilizing a collaborative approach. My goal is to create a peaceful and safe place for my clients to explore past and present stressors that contribute to difficulty in their emotional and behavioral functioning.

Are you lost? Lonely? Grieving? Acting or thinking in ways you don't understand? Looking for something more in your life? Not knowing what the next step is? Wanting to make big, positive changes (or even small ones) and don't know how? I love helping people explore their lives and themselves! Let's find out what's next, what's inside, what you want and who you are! We can talk, draw, play, sit... many ways to explore the issues you want to understand. Depression, anxiety, life transitions, grief & loss, childhood trauma. My goal is to help you find your best version of yourself. I LOVE helping others walk through any obstacle.

Now accepting new clients! We live with emotions and relationships. Understanding our individual role in relationships is key to connecting with others. I will assist you through: relationship issues, communication, entering, thriving, surviving, or ending a relationship at any age, expressing sexual needs/desires, and managing your past relationship traumas as you move forward. Tic Toc...your energy and time matter. I am here if you long for a listening ear, a place you can speak truthfully, or a space to be YOU. Individual, couples, and teen/families are welcome.

I treat a broad spectrum of problems including: Anxiety & Depression, Grief & Relationship Issues, Family and Child Conflicts, ADD/ADHD, as well as trauma related symptoms. I often use psychological testing to facilitate diagnosis and personality description. I offer supportive and practical intervention using a variety of therapeutic techniques, including mindfulness, cognitive & psychodynamic approaches tailored to your strengths and individual needs. The goals are symptom reduction, personal growth, as well as discovering joy and wellness in your life.