Female Therapists in Sumter, SC
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.
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 have a strong conviction to be present with Christ at all times, while also being present in the moment with your own thoughts and feelings. I use mindful cognitive behavioral therapy techniques to facilitate this presence and ground clients to become more aware of the moment. I enjoy traveling, watching period drama movies and television shows, and eating seafood and spending time with her fiancé’.
I have a strong conviction to be present with Christ at all times, while also being present in the moment with your own thoughts and feelings. I use mindful cognitive behavioral therapy techniques to facilitate this presence and ground clients to become more aware of the moment. I enjoy traveling, watching period drama movies and television shows, and eating seafood and spending time with her fiancé’.
Lydia Khan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW-CP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sumter, SC 29150
I have been working in the field of mental health since 2014, primarily with adolescents facing crises and in various settings - from schools to shelters to residential facilities. The ability to communicate and understand emotions is a learned skill, and I utilize my training as an Expressive Arts Therapist to assist clients in achieving this through self-reflection and re-connection.
I have been working in the field of mental health since 2014, primarily with adolescents facing crises and in various settings - from schools to shelters to residential facilities. The ability to communicate and understand emotions is a learned skill, and I utilize my training as an Expressive Arts Therapist to assist clients in achieving this through self-reflection and re-connection.
Not currently accepting new clients. Do you feel a little off? Are you tired of feeling sad, anxious, insecure, lonely or less motivated than normal? Honestly, you are not alone! Life is hard and these last couple of years have thrown everyone for a loop. However, you deserve to feel happiness and joy. I promise, you were not put on this earth to just make it through the day, and reaching out is the first step to moving toward a more fulfilling and rewarding life! As a LMSW, I have made it my mission to help adolescents and adults cope healthfully with life challenges. I know that the idea of therapy can be intimidating.
Not currently accepting new clients. Do you feel a little off? Are you tired of feeling sad, anxious, insecure, lonely or less motivated than normal? Honestly, you are not alone! Life is hard and these last couple of years have thrown everyone for a loop. However, you deserve to feel happiness and joy. I promise, you were not put on this earth to just make it through the day, and reaching out is the first step to moving toward a more fulfilling and rewarding life! As a LMSW, I have made it my mission to help adolescents and adults cope healthfully with life challenges. I know that the idea of therapy can be intimidating.
Dr. Shaniqua Lesesne
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, EdD, LISW-CP, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sumter, SC 29150
Are you feeling stressed, overwhelmed, and exhausted in your day-to-day life? Do you feel like you’re on an emotional rollercoaster with more down days than ups? Or maybe you’re feeling stuck, unmotivated, and have lost your passion for the things that once brought you fulfillment? If you’re frustrated, losing faith, and feel that your situation is beyond your ability to repair, you’ve picked the right time to seek out someone who can help. Let’s work together to help you find the strategies needed to foster peace, clarity, and gain new perspectives as you start your journey towards renewal.
Are you feeling stressed, overwhelmed, and exhausted in your day-to-day life? Do you feel like you’re on an emotional rollercoaster with more down days than ups? Or maybe you’re feeling stuck, unmotivated, and have lost your passion for the things that once brought you fulfillment? If you’re frustrated, losing faith, and feel that your situation is beyond your ability to repair, you’ve picked the right time to seek out someone who can help. Let’s work together to help you find the strategies needed to foster peace, clarity, and gain new perspectives as you start your journey towards renewal.
Ayesha Harrington
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, EdS, MPA
Verified Verified
Sumter, SC 29150 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
As a retired Air Force veteran, I understand the demands of striving for excellence around the clock. However, I have learned that it is only sustainable for a short time. Are you ready to join me on a growth and positive change journey? Throughout this journey, I will offer empathy and a foundation of trust. My approach is grounded in warmth, realism, compassion, and non-judgment. I aim to create a safe and nurturing space where you can freely explore your thoughts and emotions, gain insights into your behaviors and patterns, and acquire fresh coping skills to deal with life's challenges.
As a retired Air Force veteran, I understand the demands of striving for excellence around the clock. However, I have learned that it is only sustainable for a short time. Are you ready to join me on a growth and positive change journey? Throughout this journey, I will offer empathy and a foundation of trust. My approach is grounded in warmth, realism, compassion, and non-judgment. I aim to create a safe and nurturing space where you can freely explore your thoughts and emotions, gain insights into your behaviors and patterns, and acquire fresh coping skills to deal with life's challenges.
After I retired from the Air Force, I was on a mission trip and became passionate about helping people to grow and become the best version of themself. I pursued and earned my master's degree in professional counseling from Liberty University. Navigating through life can be challenging and sometimes you need help. Taking that first step to admit you need help takes courage. You deserve to be heard and convey your story in a safe and caring environment. I am committed to helping you reach your fullest potential and empower you to find your own answers by understanding your story and instilling hope to change.
After I retired from the Air Force, I was on a mission trip and became passionate about helping people to grow and become the best version of themself. I pursued and earned my master's degree in professional counseling from Liberty University. Navigating through life can be challenging and sometimes you need help. Taking that first step to admit you need help takes courage. You deserve to be heard and convey your story in a safe and caring environment. I am committed to helping you reach your fullest potential and empower you to find your own answers by understanding your story and instilling hope to change.
Quanetta Jefferson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Sumter, SC 29150 (Online Only)
My name is Quanetta Jefferson, and I am the owner of Purpose Healing Counseling, LLC. Purpose Healing Counseling is here to help gain confidence in your abilities to navigate through challenging situations in life. Whether you are feeling stressed, anxious, or unmotivated I am here to help.
My name is Quanetta Jefferson, and I am the owner of Purpose Healing Counseling, LLC. Purpose Healing Counseling is here to help gain confidence in your abilities to navigate through challenging situations in life. Whether you are feeling stressed, anxious, or unmotivated I am here to help.
Silver Birch Wellness LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-CP
Verified Verified
Sumter, SC 29150
Silver Birch Wellness believes that true wellness takes a holistic approach and therefore always prioritizes treatment goals of the client. The clients served are unique and varied in age and in treatment needs, but each client is equally valued and respected.
Silver Birch Wellness believes that true wellness takes a holistic approach and therefore always prioritizes treatment goals of the client. The clients served are unique and varied in age and in treatment needs, but each client is equally valued and respected.
Karan Godette
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MEd, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
Sumter, SC 29154 (Online Only)
Serving clients in South Carolina and Montana. I am a veteran with over 20 years of experience working with veterans and their families. With a passion for healing and a commitment to fostering positive change, I have witnessed firsthand the profound effects of trauma and generational issues on individuals and families. My mission is to equip you with the tools and support needed to overcome psychological obstacles and build a strong, healthy foundation for a brighter future. Whether you are facing trauma, generational issues, or other life challenges, together, we can work towards lasting solutions and a renewed sense of hope.
Serving clients in South Carolina and Montana. I am a veteran with over 20 years of experience working with veterans and their families. With a passion for healing and a commitment to fostering positive change, I have witnessed firsthand the profound effects of trauma and generational issues on individuals and families. My mission is to equip you with the tools and support needed to overcome psychological obstacles and build a strong, healthy foundation for a brighter future. Whether you are facing trauma, generational issues, or other life challenges, together, we can work towards lasting solutions and a renewed sense of hope.
In the face of the unthinkable, seeking help is an act of remarkable courage. Whether you've experienced the loss of a child, a spouse, a loved one, or even a career, the weight of trauma, grief, and hopelessness can suffocate. Motivation to heal may seem distant, and you find yourself trapped in memories, nightmares, and intense fear and anxiety. Promises of a brighter tomorrow remain unfulfilled. Life is too precious to stay trapped in the exhausting grip of grief. Let me be your guide toward the path of hope.
In the face of the unthinkable, seeking help is an act of remarkable courage. Whether you've experienced the loss of a child, a spouse, a loved one, or even a career, the weight of trauma, grief, and hopelessness can suffocate. Motivation to heal may seem distant, and you find yourself trapped in memories, nightmares, and intense fear and anxiety. Promises of a brighter tomorrow remain unfulfilled. Life is too precious to stay trapped in the exhausting grip of grief. Let me be your guide toward the path of hope.
Veeda Jene Smalls
Licensed Professional Counselor, CMHC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sumter, SC 29150
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.
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.
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.
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.
Yvonne Lee
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MS, LPCA, NBCC
Verified Verified
Sumter, SC 29150
Wondering how your life and relationship have gotten so far off track? Do you spend more time remembering when things were great than looking forward to all you have yet to gain? If you have lost sight of who you are, I hope to help you get a fresh vision. Together, we can manage the many barriers, challenges, changes and stressors that life brings by accepting and forgiving your past, and developing an individualized plan for your future. It is easy to lose sight of your path when darkness surrounds. Together we can find some light to begin again.
Wondering how your life and relationship have gotten so far off track? Do you spend more time remembering when things were great than looking forward to all you have yet to gain? If you have lost sight of who you are, I hope to help you get a fresh vision. Together, we can manage the many barriers, challenges, changes and stressors that life brings by accepting and forgiving your past, and developing an individualized plan for your future. It is easy to lose sight of your path when darkness surrounds. Together we can find some light to begin again.
Gina Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MDiv, LISW-CP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sumter, SC 29150
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.
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.
Dr. Tia Buchanan, PhD, LPCS, LCMHCS, NBCC, CCMHC
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD/LAC, LPCS, LCMHC, NBCCNCC, CCMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sumter, SC 29154 (Online Only)
I am an LPC, LPCS, LAC in SC, and LCMHC/Supervisor in Vermont. I have earned M.A. Counseling; M.A. Professional Mental Health Clinical Mental Health (CACREP); M.S. Forensic Psychology: Pediatrics Mental Health Population (Liberty University); Ph.D.; Play Therapy Certification (Capella); Master Black-Belt Six Sigma Certification (Purdue University). I am NBCC Board Certified NCE/National Certified Counselor, NCMHCE/Certified Clinical Mental Health Counselor. I am located in Zama Middle High School, Japan where I serve as ASCAS to provide clinical mental health on-site to all ZMHS student ID card holders, 6-12 grades/families.
I am an LPC, LPCS, LAC in SC, and LCMHC/Supervisor in Vermont. I have earned M.A. Counseling; M.A. Professional Mental Health Clinical Mental Health (CACREP); M.S. Forensic Psychology: Pediatrics Mental Health Population (Liberty University); Ph.D.; Play Therapy Certification (Capella); Master Black-Belt Six Sigma Certification (Purdue University). I am NBCC Board Certified NCE/National Certified Counselor, NCMHCE/Certified Clinical Mental Health Counselor. I am located in Zama Middle High School, Japan where I serve as ASCAS to provide clinical mental health on-site to all ZMHS student ID card holders, 6-12 grades/families.
Victoria Whatley
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS,, LPC-S, ADHD-, CCSP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Sumter, SC 29153
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,
Chelsea Witherspoon
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, LPCA, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sumter, SC 29150
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.
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.
Neidy Hernandez Kelly
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, LPC-A, NCC, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sumter, SC 29150
I enjoy working with all demographics of people, particularly military families, veterans, women, teens and couples.
Help can come in many forms, but professional help can form the lasting results needed to thrive. I offer individual, family, and couples counseling and I’m committed to assisting each client move towards their goals by providing a safe space to explore, identify and challenge their needs, thoughts, behaviors, and goals. We all have different inner gifts, thought processes, and needs that motivate us to reach our goals, behave and think in certain ways. But there can be moments or seasons in life that are difficult and challenging in ways that we cannot understand or move past on our own. Allow me to help.
I enjoy working with all demographics of people, particularly military families, veterans, women, teens and couples.
Help can come in many forms, but professional help can form the lasting results needed to thrive. I offer individual, family, and couples counseling and I’m committed to assisting each client move towards their goals by providing a safe space to explore, identify and challenge their needs, thoughts, behaviors, and goals. We all have different inner gifts, thought processes, and needs that motivate us to reach our goals, behave and think in certain ways. But there can be moments or seasons in life that are difficult and challenging in ways that we cannot understand or move past on our own. Allow me to help.
Carol Reyner Barnett
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MEd, EdS, LISW
Verified Verified
Sumter, SC 29154
I have over 30 years of experience with helping people with depression,anxiety,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.
I have over 30 years of experience with helping people with depression,anxiety,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.
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Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, this is not an important factor, as there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists—both men and women—may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.