Transgender Therapists in 29402

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Shanel Kaiser
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MA, LPC-A
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Charleston, SC 29402  (Online Only)
Childhood or complex trauma can make you feel SO small or being held hostage by those experiences and unable to live life to the fullest. Maybe you’re done with saying yes to everyone and everything, and you’re burnt out? Maybe there are relationships that are not healthy for you, and you’re trying to change those dynamics.
Childhood or complex trauma can make you feel SO small or being held hostage by those experiences and unable to live life to the fullest. Maybe you’re done with saying yes to everyone and everything, and you’re burnt out? Maybe there are relationships that are not healthy for you, and you’re trying to change those dynamics.
(843) 627-2386 View (843) 627-2386
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McCarthy Counseling Associates, PA
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, CCMHC, BCIM, BCN
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Charleston, SC 29402
Dr. Robert E. McCarthy is an internationally-known authority in integrative medicine and a Licensed and Multi-Board Certified Professional Counselor and Supervisor providing assessment, diagnosis, and treatment for a range of psychiatric, medical, neurological and developmental disorders. He specializes in state-of-the-art QEEG, biofeedback, neurofeedback, hemoencephalography and transcranial photobiomodulation, and is a contributing author to the landmark book Neurofeedback: The First Fifty Years and wrote Setting up A State-f-the-Art Integrative Medicine Practice sold by BFE worldwide.
Dr. Robert E. McCarthy is an internationally-known authority in integrative medicine and a Licensed and Multi-Board Certified Professional Counselor and Supervisor providing assessment, diagnosis, and treatment for a range of psychiatric, medical, neurological and developmental disorders. He specializes in state-of-the-art QEEG, biofeedback, neurofeedback, hemoencephalography and transcranial photobiomodulation, and is a contributing author to the landmark book Neurofeedback: The First Fifty Years and wrote Setting up A State-f-the-Art Integrative Medicine Practice sold by BFE worldwide.
(843) 483-8029 View (843) 483-8029
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Kimberly Ann Sloan
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Charleston, SC 29402
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.
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.
(843) 890-8026 View (843) 890-8026
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Jennifer Walker
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Charleston, SC 29402  (Online Only)
As a trauma therapist, I work with clients to develop healthy coping strategies to promote wellness as it relates to the impact of trauma or stressful experiences from the past. I typically incorporate various techniques including art, nature, and breath-work into traditional evidence based therapies. I will start by asking you to think about what you will be doing, thinking, and feeling differently when you don't need therapy anymore. We can then collaborate to create a roadmap to meet your goals. Sometimes even thinking about the end goal can be scary; that's ok, we can figure it out together!
As a trauma therapist, I work with clients to develop healthy coping strategies to promote wellness as it relates to the impact of trauma or stressful experiences from the past. I typically incorporate various techniques including art, nature, and breath-work into traditional evidence based therapies. I will start by asking you to think about what you will be doing, thinking, and feeling differently when you don't need therapy anymore. We can then collaborate to create a roadmap to meet your goals. Sometimes even thinking about the end goal can be scary; that's ok, we can figure it out together!
(843) 281-7471 View (843) 281-7471
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Jordan Rasmussen
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Charleston, SC 29402
Jordan is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of South Carolina. She obtained her master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Arizona State University. Jordan worked in community mental health services in Arizona before moving to South Carolina. She primarily works with children, adolescents, and young adults, but has experience working with the lifespan. Jordan offers individual, family, and couples counseling.
Jordan is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of South Carolina. She obtained her master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Arizona State University. Jordan worked in community mental health services in Arizona before moving to South Carolina. She primarily works with children, adolescents, and young adults, but has experience working with the lifespan. Jordan offers individual, family, and couples counseling.
(843) 790-5922 View (843) 790-5922
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Dr. Aneta B Hopkins - Wellness Counseling Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LPCS, LPC, CCMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Charleston, SC 29402
Life has a way of throwing us challenges that are difficult to handle without support. Whether you have experienced a loss, are having issues within your relationships, changes are occurring in your life, you are experiencing higher stress, feeling overwhelmed, or simply just want to talk to someone I am here for you, I will partner with you to help you move your life in the direction you want. I have 17 years of experience counseling children, adults, couples, and families and am here to offer you support as you push through the obstacles in the way of your path to good health and well-being.
Life has a way of throwing us challenges that are difficult to handle without support. Whether you have experienced a loss, are having issues within your relationships, changes are occurring in your life, you are experiencing higher stress, feeling overwhelmed, or simply just want to talk to someone I am here for you, I will partner with you to help you move your life in the direction you want. I have 17 years of experience counseling children, adults, couples, and families and am here to offer you support as you push through the obstacles in the way of your path to good health and well-being.
(843) 751-4256 View (843) 751-4256
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Nancy Lloyd
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Charleston, SC 29402
Nancy Lloyd is a Licensed Professional Counselor who specializes in relationship issues, grief and loss, life transitions, depression, eating disorders, trauma, recovery from substance abuse, anxiety, gender issues, and symptom management for chronic problems. She has gained experience both in private practice and community mental health services after graduating from The Citadel Graduate College in 2010. Nancy primarily works with adults but has notable experience with adolescents and children when providing interventions for families.
Nancy Lloyd is a Licensed Professional Counselor who specializes in relationship issues, grief and loss, life transitions, depression, eating disorders, trauma, recovery from substance abuse, anxiety, gender issues, and symptom management for chronic problems. She has gained experience both in private practice and community mental health services after graduating from The Citadel Graduate College in 2010. Nancy primarily works with adults but has notable experience with adolescents and children when providing interventions for families.
(843) 202-4659 View (843) 202-4659
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Meerae Zastoupil
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Charleston, SC 29402
When we experience difficult times in our lives, it is not uncommon for us to feel like our lives are unraveling. My passion is bringing a helping hand to individuals during this time who experience depression, anxiety, trauma, & relationship problems. Each of us thrive to reach our highest potential, but we all face barriers that can limit us from achieving this. Together we will overcome those barriers and help you create a meaningful and fulfilling life.
When we experience difficult times in our lives, it is not uncommon for us to feel like our lives are unraveling. My passion is bringing a helping hand to individuals during this time who experience depression, anxiety, trauma, & relationship problems. Each of us thrive to reach our highest potential, but we all face barriers that can limit us from achieving this. Together we will overcome those barriers and help you create a meaningful and fulfilling life.
(779) 223-1843 View (779) 223-1843

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Transgender Therapists

As a gender-diverse individual, why might I want to see a therapist who is also gender diverse?

A trans or gender-diverse client may want to see a therapist who is also trans or gender diverse because the client may feel safer sharing their experiences and more confident that the therapist will understand, validate, and support them. But trans or gender-diverse clients can also benefit from therapy with cisgender therapists; this is a personal decision based on the connection between the client and the therapist, and if that connection is strong, therapy will be successful.

What if I cannot find a therapist who shares my gender identity?

Therapy can still be effective if a therapist does not share a client’s gender identity; a large body of research indicates that the most important factor in successful therapy is the therapeutic alliance. A therapist can also be interviewed for sensitivity and competence on gender identity and expression to ensure they possess appropriate knowledge and skills. Many therapists have excellent training and extensive experience working with gender-diverse clients, and that expertise can be invaluable despite a therapist not sharing the same firsthand experiences.

How can I recognize a good therapist for working with gender-diverse clients?

An experienced therapist should be able to help clients explore their gender identity and expression, alleviate discomfort related to their gender identity, treat mental health challenges and trauma, address existing relationships and communication with family members and loved ones, and determine the next steps pertaining to nonmedical or medical gender-affirming interventions. To recognize a good therapist, clients can ask about these topics and explore their comfort and connection with the clinician.

How might I inquire about a therapist’s experience working with transgender clients?

Clients should feel comfortable asking therapists directly about their experience working with transgender or gender-diverse clientele. For example, clients may ask about the therapist’s training and education with regard to gender identity, how many trans clients they’ve worked with in the past, and what sorts of matters were discussed. You may wish to inquire how a therapist specifically supports the needs of transgender clients or clients questioning their gender identity. A good clinician who is nonetheless not the right fit for you is often happy to make referrals to others based on the concerns you articulate in a preliminary conversation.