Addiction Therapists in Sumter, SC
Life has a way of throwing many obstacles and there are moments we experience anxiety, depression, grief, and other emotional distress; however, it is important we learn skills that will help us navigate and cope with these times of distress. I can assist you with exploring your options and finding the coping methods that works best for you, so that you are able to manage these feelings effectively. My experience includes work with children, adolescents, and adults with diverse backgrounds and array of concerns.
Life has a way of throwing many obstacles and there are moments we experience anxiety, depression, grief, and other emotional distress; however, it is important we learn skills that will help us navigate and cope with these times of distress. I can assist you with exploring your options and finding the coping methods that works best for you, so that you are able to manage these feelings effectively. My experience includes work with children, adolescents, and adults with diverse backgrounds and array of concerns.
My ideal clients are adolescents, teens, young adults, and adults struggling with anger management, substance use, anxiety, and depression.
I help individuals with anger management, substance use, anxiety, and depression using a client-centered approach. Through evidence-based methods like CBT and Motivational Interviewing, I work to help clients manage emotions, challenge negative patterns, and build resilience, creating lasting positive change in a supportive environment.
My ideal clients are adolescents, teens, young adults, and adults struggling with anger management, substance use, anxiety, and depression.
I help individuals with anger management, substance use, anxiety, and depression using a client-centered approach. Through evidence-based methods like CBT and Motivational Interviewing, I work to help clients manage emotions, challenge negative patterns, and build resilience, creating lasting positive change in a supportive environment.
I address anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, and substance use with compassionate, evidence-based support (CBT, DBT, trauma-informed).
At Serenity Counseling Services, we offer compassionate, personalized support for anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, and relationship challenges. Using evidence-based approaches like CBT and DBT, we help clients build resilience, improve emotional well-being, and achieve lasting growth through accessible, flexible care.
I address anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, and substance use with compassionate, evidence-based support (CBT, DBT, trauma-informed).
At Serenity Counseling Services, we offer compassionate, personalized support for anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, and relationship challenges. Using evidence-based approaches like CBT and DBT, we help clients build resilience, improve emotional well-being, and achieve lasting growth through accessible, flexible care.
I support healing from trauma, substance use recovery, anxiety, depression, neurodivergence, and relationship struggles.
You shouldn't have to choose between your schedule and your mental health. That's why I offer evening and Saturday appointments, virtual or in-person, so support fits into your life. Are you a teen, adult, or couple feeling stuck, carrying more than you were meant to hold? Maybe past experiences, relationship struggles, or feeling disconnected from yourself brought you here. You're ready for a space where you can be honest without judgment. Together, we'll work through what's holding you back at a pace and time that fits your life. You deserve to feel like yourself again, and I'm here to help you get there.
I support healing from trauma, substance use recovery, anxiety, depression, neurodivergence, and relationship struggles.
You shouldn't have to choose between your schedule and your mental health. That's why I offer evening and Saturday appointments, virtual or in-person, so support fits into your life. Are you a teen, adult, or couple feeling stuck, carrying more than you were meant to hold? Maybe past experiences, relationship struggles, or feeling disconnected from yourself brought you here. You're ready for a space where you can be honest without judgment. Together, we'll work through what's holding you back at a pace and time that fits your life. You deserve to feel like yourself again, and I'm here to help you get there.
This includes evidenced based practices in adult, child, and adolescent psycho therapy including but not limited to substance abuse, parenting and family psycho therapy.
Helping others has always been my passion. I have been working in the Counseling field for the past 12 years. I enjoy assisting others with obtaining their goals in life. I believe each individual person has their very own unique set of qualities and once self-awareness, self-confidence, positive coping skills and the skills are utilized then they will have the necessary tools for success.
This includes evidenced based practices in adult, child, and adolescent psycho therapy including but not limited to substance abuse, parenting and family psycho therapy.
Helping others has always been my passion. I have been working in the Counseling field for the past 12 years. I enjoy assisting others with obtaining their goals in life. I believe each individual person has their very own unique set of qualities and once self-awareness, self-confidence, positive coping skills and the skills are utilized then they will have the necessary tools for success.
I work with individuals and couples on anxiety, depression, self-esteem, women’s issues, parenting, addiction, adjustment challenges, and relational concerns.
I have flexible appointment times and current availability, so you can schedule support when you need it. My goal is to offer a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can explore your thoughts and emotions, grow in self-awareness, and take intentional steps toward healing and wholeness. I work with adolescents (age 12 and up), teenagers, and adults of all ages.
I work with individuals and couples on anxiety, depression, self-esteem, women’s issues, parenting, addiction, adjustment challenges, and relational concerns.
I have flexible appointment times and current availability, so you can schedule support when you need it. My goal is to offer a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can explore your thoughts and emotions, grow in self-awareness, and take intentional steps toward healing and wholeness. I work with adolescents (age 12 and up), teenagers, and adults of all ages.
Taking the first step to acquire help is difficult, but you have made the right choice. Are you having a challenging time coping with life's stressors, anxiety, depression, trauma, etc.? I am one step away from assisting you with overcoming any mental blocks and barriers with various skills to manage issues with depression, life transitions, anxiety, traumatic experiences, etc. I am a licensed professional counselor with the dedication and compassion to helping others through troubling times that may
Taking the first step to acquire help is difficult, but you have made the right choice. Are you having a challenging time coping with life's stressors, anxiety, depression, trauma, etc.? I am one step away from assisting you with overcoming any mental blocks and barriers with various skills to manage issues with depression, life transitions, anxiety, traumatic experiences, etc. I am a licensed professional counselor with the dedication and compassion to helping others through troubling times that may
I also work well with many clients struggling with stress, anxiety, addiction, and depression.
I am an Independently Licensed Therapist from Ohio with 4 years of professional work experience. My strongest area of expertise is trauma and helping parents with children of special needs.
I also work well with many clients struggling with stress, anxiety, addiction, and depression.
I am an Independently Licensed Therapist from Ohio with 4 years of professional work experience. My strongest area of expertise is trauma and helping parents with children of special needs.
I work with couples, families, and individuals who feel stuck in unhealthy patterns or are navigating life’s challenges together. Many couples come to therapy feeling disconnected, caught in recurring conflict, struggling with communication, rebuilding trust, adjusting to military life, or blending families. I also support individuals facing anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, life transitions, and self-esteem challenges who want to better understand themselves and strengthen the relationships that matter most.
I work with couples, families, and individuals who feel stuck in unhealthy patterns or are navigating life’s challenges together. Many couples come to therapy feeling disconnected, caught in recurring conflict, struggling with communication, rebuilding trust, adjusting to military life, or blending families. I also support individuals facing anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, life transitions, and self-esteem challenges who want to better understand themselves and strengthen the relationships that matter most.
Treatment specialization includes: Individual Therapy, Group Therapy, Couples Counseling, Family Counseling, Parenting, Support, Treatment for Depression, Anxiety Grief Counseling, Work and Career issues, Stress Management, Addiction & Recovery, Conflict Resolution, ADHD, Autistic Disorder, and PTSD.
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.
Treatment specialization includes: Individual Therapy, Group Therapy, Couples Counseling, Family Counseling, Parenting, Support, Treatment for Depression, Anxiety Grief Counseling, Work and Career issues, Stress Management, Addiction & Recovery, Conflict Resolution, ADHD, Autistic Disorder, and PTSD.
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.
Life changes can leave people feeling isolated and unsteady, and coping with trauma, anxiety, or substance use on top of that can feel like too much to carry alone.
Together, we'll use expressive arts alongside talk therapy to build real emotional skills and insight. Art becomes a bridge, a safe way to reflect, reconnect, and express what words can't always reach. I work collaboratively with you to grow your confidence, deepen emotional awareness, and strengthen the coping tools you carry forward.
Life changes can leave people feeling isolated and unsteady, and coping with trauma, anxiety, or substance use on top of that can feel like too much to carry alone.
Together, we'll use expressive arts alongside talk therapy to build real emotional skills and insight. Art becomes a bridge, a safe way to reflect, reconnect, and express what words can't always reach. I work collaboratively with you to grow your confidence, deepen emotional awareness, and strengthen the coping tools you carry forward.
I believe that all people have the ability to acknowledge the power of their choices and begin to use their voice to overcome their own unique challenges. My counseling style is caring and sensitive to your individual needs. I emphasize therapy as a collaborative process between the client and counselor. “When we are no longer able to change our situation, we are challenged to change ourselves.” Vicktor Frankl. I have been trained in Brainspotting. It is fascinating what the brain is capable of. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including,
I believe that all people have the ability to acknowledge the power of their choices and begin to use their voice to overcome their own unique challenges. My counseling style is caring and sensitive to your individual needs. I emphasize therapy as a collaborative process between the client and counselor. “When we are no longer able to change our situation, we are challenged to change ourselves.” Vicktor Frankl. I have been trained in Brainspotting. It is fascinating what the brain is capable of. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including,
Hi, I'm Sarah. Carrying anxiety, trauma, or relationship stress can feel incredibly lonely. Whether you face depression or daily burnout, your pain deserves a safe place to land. Together, we will gently unpack what weighs you down at a pace that feels secure. I offer a compassionate, supportive space where you can show up exactly as you are. I provide in-person therapy in Columbia, SC, as well as telehealth services across SC, FL, AR, DE LA, and VT. You don't have to navigate this wilderness by yourself. Please feel free to call or email whenever you feel ready to connect.
Hi, I'm Sarah. Carrying anxiety, trauma, or relationship stress can feel incredibly lonely. Whether you face depression or daily burnout, your pain deserves a safe place to land. Together, we will gently unpack what weighs you down at a pace that feels secure. I offer a compassionate, supportive space where you can show up exactly as you are. I provide in-person therapy in Columbia, SC, as well as telehealth services across SC, FL, AR, DE LA, and VT. You don't have to navigate this wilderness by yourself. Please feel free to call or email whenever you feel ready to connect.
My experience includes working with anxiety, PTSD, Marital issues, Divorce, Physical Abuse, Sexual abuse, Personality disorders, ADHD, and drug and alcohol abuse and many more.
Hey there ! If you are reading this you are in the right place. A judgment free zone, where me and you can take the journey of getting you to where you want to be. Sometimes life can become difficult and too much to bear. It's okay to need a listening ear and guidance on how to sort things out. That is where I come in . With years of experience in the counseling field I am equipped to offer a great therapeutic environment.
My experience includes working with anxiety, PTSD, Marital issues, Divorce, Physical Abuse, Sexual abuse, Personality disorders, ADHD, and drug and alcohol abuse and many more.
Hey there ! If you are reading this you are in the right place. A judgment free zone, where me and you can take the journey of getting you to where you want to be. Sometimes life can become difficult and too much to bear. It's okay to need a listening ear and guidance on how to sort things out. That is where I come in . With years of experience in the counseling field I am equipped to offer a great therapeutic environment.
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.
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 have experience working with substance abuse disorders, trauma, anxiety, depression, and suicide prevention.
Why do I feel this way? Is something missing? What should I do next? Why do I feel so alone? These may be some questions on your mind lately. The good news is that you’re not alone; many others are asking themselves the same things. Whether your feelings are new or have been lingering for a while, I specialize in helping individuals like you understand the sources of their distress and work towards finding clarity and relief...
I have experience working with substance abuse disorders, trauma, anxiety, depression, and suicide prevention.
Why do I feel this way? Is something missing? What should I do next? Why do I feel so alone? These may be some questions on your mind lately. The good news is that you’re not alone; many others are asking themselves the same things. Whether your feelings are new or have been lingering for a while, I specialize in helping individuals like you understand the sources of their distress and work towards finding clarity and relief...
James Jefferson is a Licensed Independent Social Worker-Clinical Practice. He is a well-rounded clinician who utilizes a person-centered approach to meet you where you are and provide the support you desire. Let's normalize seeking support and prioritizing our mental wellness, Since 2012, James has provided mental health services to individuals in need. He enjoys working with adults of all ages, including those medically vulnerable.
James Jefferson is a Licensed Independent Social Worker-Clinical Practice. He is a well-rounded clinician who utilizes a person-centered approach to meet you where you are and provide the support you desire. Let's normalize seeking support and prioritizing our mental wellness, Since 2012, James has provided mental health services to individuals in need. He enjoys working with adults of all ages, including those medically vulnerable.
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The motivating factor for me to keep doing what I do is seeing the positive changes in individuals from learning and applying healthy coping skills in order to get to the heart of the matter.
The motivating factor for me to keep doing what I do is seeing the positive changes in individuals from learning and applying healthy coping skills in order to get to the heart of the matter.
I am a qualified Substance Abuse Professional (SAP) with credentials including a Master of Health Administration (MHA), Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (AADC) and Clinical Supervisor (CS).
To provide professional SAP services in alignment with Federal DOT guidelines.
I am a qualified Substance Abuse Professional (SAP) with credentials including a Master of Health Administration (MHA), Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (AADC) and Clinical Supervisor (CS).
To provide professional SAP services in alignment with Federal DOT guidelines.
A benevolent open-minded counselor with 25 years of expertise in the field of counseling visualizes the needs of the ideal client: to actively listen, to assist client to identify their needs, and to help them find means of reaching long-term goals, changing issues into solutions and finally helping them to become responsible individuals.
A benevolent open-minded counselor with 25 years of expertise in the field of counseling visualizes the needs of the ideal client: to actively listen, to assist client to identify their needs, and to help them find means of reaching long-term goals, changing issues into solutions and finally helping them to become responsible individuals.
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What is the best therapy for addiction?
Addiction treatment will be tailored to the individual. People seeking help for addiction—whether with a psychotherapist, in an outpatient clinic, or in a residential program—should expect to engage in multiple types of treatments, sometimes including medication. For anyone recovering from addiction, avoiding situations in which one has typically used a substance is essential, as is the support of close connections. Since substance use disorders tend to co-occur with underlying mental health conditions such as anxiety or depression, those must also be addressed as part of any recovery plan.
How long does therapy for addiction take?
There is no set timeline for recovery from addiction. Patients and their families should expect the work to last several months, if not longer. Residential treatment programs may be based on a stay of 30, 60, or 90 days, with continuing work after release, but only about 1 percent of people are treated in such facilities. Ceasing use is just the first step; therapy to help maintain abstinence and effect behavior change must follow. The process of recovery, neuroscience has shown, involves brain cells recovering the capacity to respond to natural sources of reward and restore control over the impulse to use. Another definition of recovery is restoring voluntary control over one’s substance use and retaking all of one’s previous responsibilities.
How effective is drug addiction treatment?
Substance use disorders are treatable and remission is achievable for many who seek recovery; by some estimates, more than three-quarters of people who become addicted to alcohol or drugs recover. But that success rarely occurs quickly or on a set timeline; relapse is not only common, but many therapists and clinicians view it as a normal part of the process—not always a sign that a person has returned to addiction, but a signal that their treatment should be adjusted to help them regain control. Overall, research suggests, five years after the end of substance use, one’s risk of relapse is no greater than that of others who had not faced addiction. Other experts believe that complete abstinence is not the only measure of recovery, and that, through effective treatment, many people can learn to control their use.
How can you get addiction treatment for someone?
The most important factor in recovery from addiction is widely understood to be an individual’s commitment to change. For that reason,“interventions” in which friends and family gather to urge or force someone to begin immediate treatment often backfire; even when such efforts do lead someone to begin treatment, they may be less likely to stay than those who are self-driven. Still, family members can play an important role in supporting an individual who seeks help and can take part in family therapy as one element of a loved one’s treatment.