Therapists in Sumter, SC

It's okay to not be okay, but it is not okay to stay that way. Relationship is the pathway to healing. Each of us are created for connection--the human experience is to feel loved, to share love, and to feel worthy of love and belonging. If you're anxious, depressed, having mood swings, irritable or just feel no one understands you, I can help facilitate the healing process. I'd like to be the one to guide you on your journey to healing. C'mon, give yourself an hour. You deserve it!

Hello, I am Shaniqua Lesesne, LMSW and I am the Owner/Founder of Renewed Image Youth & Family Services; and I have worked in the mental health field for over eight years with varying populations. During this time, I have dedicated my life to helping others strategically navigate their specific life challenges to become the best version of themselves while experiencing a life of joy & fulfillment, free from self-imposed limitations.

I believe every client is valuable & important regardless of the issues they struggle with. Helping clients recognize their worth, value & inner strengths & learn effective ways to use these strengths & not just focus on their weaknesses and struggles. It's helping clients identify what they can and can't control, manage what they can & learn how to let go or live with what they can't control. I believe everyone can begin again and there's no shame in asking for help in fact it is a strength.

When you face challenges in your life, it is helpful to have a guide to find your way. I would like to be your guide as you reconnect to yourself and others. I am dedicated to supporting you as you take steps to improve your life.

My ideal client/clients varies. I am trained in Child & Adolescent Mental Health. A wealth of my experience is dealing with anxiety, panic attacks, constant worrying, severe shyness, trauma flashbacks, obsessive patterns, compulsive behaviors, and inability to relax. I also provide anger management and addictions treatment that include but not limited to diagnostic and rehabilitation.

I believe one of the bravest things you can do is seek help after experiencing the unthinkable. The Loss of a child, spouse, loved one, career. When trauma grief and hopelessness grip you; motivation to heal is fleeting. You find yourself lost in memories, nightmares, with moments of intense fear and anxiety. As the days tick by you swear tomorrow will be different, yet tomorrow never comes. Life is too short to remain exhausted in unhealthy patterns grief leads you through. Let me guide you toward hope.

I am a licensed independent Social Worker specializing in individual, group, children, couples and family therapy. I maintain a private practice in Sumter, South Carolina and have over twenty years experience as a therapist. My therapeutic approach is to provide support, practical feedback and solution-based therapy to help clients effectively address personal life challenges. I work with individuals to help them build on their strengths and attain personal growth. I am trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. I accept all major insurances including Medicare as well as numerous Employee Assistance programs.

I believe that everyone deserves to be heard and I strive to create a safe environment where individuals can be supported as they share their story. I have experience in working with individuals who have anxiety, depression, marital/partner issues, work and family related stress, or who are adjusting to challenging life events. If you feel like you may benefit from therapy, I encourage you to take the first step by scheduling an assessment.

I see each client as a value added individual with a diverse worldview. I offer customized problem solving treatment to help clients choose mental health healing with solutions focused goals to successfully "Get Up, Be Raised Up, and Grow!" (Ezekial 37, John 5, Isaiah 61, Psalm 1). Acorns n' Bones provides a SAFE, non-judgmental environment where appreciation for uniqueness of each journey and created temperament guides therapeutic explorations. We problem solve with a TAIM Model and bio-psycho-social-spiritual focus. As a traumatologist I specialize in EMDR Yoga Therapy and developmental psychology. Four Winds EMDR Trauma Yoga!

I help patients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, spiritual guidance, and much more. I also help individuals who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse. My therapy style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don't believe in stigmatizing labels.

My hope is that whatever your reason for considering counseling, you know that there is a place you can come to be heard without judgement. If you have never seen a counselor or are looking for a new counselor I know it can be intimidating and it takes courage to make the first appointment. I respect the relationships I build with clients and I value the story of everyone I meet. There is a lot going on in our world right now. We can work together to create a plan of care that fits your individual concerns.

I work with children, adolescents, adults, and families. I offer individual, family, and couples therapy. Although my treatment orientation is primarily cognitive-behavioral, I often utilize an eclectic approach when best suited for client progress.

Our past does not have to define us, but our decisions about the future put each of us in the place of our highest potential for joy in living. This is not only true in our lives as individuals but in all of our relationships. The decisions we make have power to shape the life we want. Do you feel stuck in life? Is anger limiting your possibilities? Is grief overwhelming your thoughts? What kind of relationships do you want? With your spouse? With your children? With yourself? With your work? As a Life Coach/Counselor my goal is to accompany you on the journey toward the life you want and choose to lead. Your needs drive the process in a forward direction. My hope is to offer wisdom, guidance, accountability, insight and inspiration to keep you moving in the direction of your fullest potential. I seek to help each client find the clarity and strength to acknowledge the past, embrace the present and claim a new future of highest potential, possibility and hope, all in a confidential, non-judgmental setting.

I have over 20 years of experience with helping people with depression,anxiety, addictions,family issues, grief and loss, and codependency. My approach is solution focused with an emphasis on body,mind, and spirit. I accept Blue Cross, Value Options, Tricare Standard, Military One, and Medicare. I am also an EAP provider for First Sun, Deer Oaks,Cascade Centers, and Value Options. Call me today for a 15 minute free phone consultation to see if my approach is right for you.

Our faith based counseling services incorporate both art and play therapy to offer adult, Children and Families relief from anxiety, depression, trauma, and PTSD.

It is my passion to empower you to be your best self and to work through your issues. I am passionate about your relationships. I know the need and importance to provide you with day to day help. I encourage self growth. I believe that happiness can exist. I will educate you about your choices in life. There is Change within Your Reach.

If you do what you've always done, you'll get what you've always gotten. Are you looking for some positive changes in your life? It does not matter where you are, you are nowhere compared to where you can go. Therapy is an opportunity for individuals, couples and families to acquire skills to move along the continuum to a healthy and fulfilling life. During the therapeutic process individuals can learn more about themselves, change dysfunctional behavior patterns and increase emotional and social capital. Talking through struggles and issues and developing concrete tools for systemic change is my goal for a successful therapy experience.

About the Medical Psychologist Practitioner: Dr. Jerome Yelder, Sr. PhD MP FPPR is a Academy of Medical Psychology Board Certified Medical Psychologist, Certified Clinical Pastoral Psychotherapist, Certified Pastoral Family Therapist, National Board Certified Independent Master Chaplain, National Board Certified Licensed Independent Ordained Minister. Dr. Yelder is also a verified Service Connected Disabled Veteran of the United States Marine Corps who was Honorably Discharged from the United States Marine Corps. Dr. Yelder's Myers Briggs Personality Type is ENFJ.

I enjoy working with children, teens and adults and look forward to working with you! We will work together to develop your strengths and reach your goals. In a safe and non-judgemental environment, we will explore strategies and techniques to help you cope with any number of life stressors and challenges. With compassion and understanding, I provide support and feedback to help address your personal concerns and issues. I look forward to helping you on your life's journey!