College is weird and wonderful time of life with many new challenges as we're emerging into young adulthood and figuring out how to actually doing this adulting thing for, sometimes, the first time, and typically being far away from our support systems. Our team of clinicians at Breathe Life Counseling are here for you to help you figure out life's challenges, no matter how complex those challenges might be. Please take that brave step to reach out to schedule your first appointment and allo...
Being in college can be a stressful time in a person’s life. There are many demnds on your time with classes, papers, and for some students working and having a family. These stresses can sometimes lead to feelings of sadness, anxiety, worry, and depression. Seeking therapy with Renewed Minds Counseling can help you find a path to better mental health and success in achieving your goals in life....
Navigating college life can be so overwhelming, especially when you’re facing trauma, depression, anxiety, or relationship challenges. I’ve been there, and I get it! My goal is to create a safe, supportive space where you can share your thoughts and feelings without judgment. Together, we can work through the pressures of academic life and the transitions you’re experiencing, helping you discover your authentic self amid the chaos. You don’t have to go through this alone—let’s explore your journ...
I specialize in working with teens and young adults. I have a strong background in cognitive behavioral therapy but tend to take a more eclectic and collaborative approach in order to tailor the therapy experience to each specific client’s needs and goals. I am here to offer a safe space that is filled with genuine compassion and empathy. It is my goal that you always feel seen and heard in the therapy room. Together, we can discover what it is that you need in order to cope with difficult exper...
I offer EMDR therapy (which can address trauma and much more) and traditional counseling, or a combination of both! I offer a non-judgmental space to listen to the parts of your story that YOU want to address. You are the expert on you! You have a captivating story. One of the biggest influences on our stories is our relationships- In fact, many prominent therapists agree that the quality of our lives is a direct result of the quality of our relationships. Sometimes it becomes difficult to e...
My goal as a counselor is to create a nonjudgmental and affirming space in which clients can engage in self-exploration. I am passionate about working with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, grief/loss, life transitions, and relationship concerns. I believe in the importance of a collaborative counseling relationship and work with clients to establish and reach their unique goals. In sessions I utilize cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness, and expressive arts techniques....
Do you find yourself obsessing about weight, body image, food, calories, or working out? Do you engage in restrictive behaviors that only lead to bingeing and purging? Do you ever get intrusive thoughts or images that are distressing and you just can't seem to get rid of them? You may even have thoughts of harming someone and have to check to make sure you didn't. You don't actually want to harm them, but the thoughts keep coming. You might even worry that if you don't do something the right way...
A frightening event, whether seen or experienced, can lead to lasting symptoms. Panic attacks, nightmares, flashbacks, anxiety, shame and more. These can all be symptoms of trauma. They might be sudden and intense, ongoing, new, or stemming from childhood. The effects can be powerful and life-altering. It is possible to find peace and freedom from the fear and pain of traumatic events. You can learn to live without the constant nagging and badgering of perfectionism, people pleasing, anxiety and...
I graduated from The University of Georgia in 2011 with my masters in counseling; I worked as a staff therapist, suicide prevention coordinator, and disability services coordinator at Georgia Southern University and East Georgia State College respectively before going into private practice. I'm passionate about helping college students as they juggle demands and make major relationship and career decisions - it is a unique and overwhelming stage of life. I'm located near Charleston where I'm off...
At ZenTivity Center, we are dedicated to empowering young adults on their journey toward mental wellness, personal growth, and resilience. We understand the unique challenges students face, from academic pressures and social dynamics to managing stress and navigating major life transitions. Our mission is to provide a safe, supportive, and inclusive space where students can explore their thoughts, emotions, and experiences with compassion and understanding. Our evidence-based approach integra...
It's exhausting to feel on edge all the time. When your thoughts are constantly chattering, criticizing, second-guessing, overthinking, you search for the off button! But you can't find the off button, or it comes at a cost. Maybe you have tried some techniques to shut your brain off, but they aren't always effective. This leaves you to your thoughts, which are replaying the Worst-Moments-of-Your-Life highlight reel on a loop at 2am. What if you found a remote for your thoughts and emotions? Eve...
Hello there! I'm Tori. I know starting therapy can be a scary step, but I applaud you for taking the leap. I promise to always treat you with kindness and compassion, and I will always work towards creating a safe space for you to lay out your burdens. Life is full of questions and uncertainties, and I will do my best to help untangle the mess, heal from the hurt, and build the life you want. Outside of therapy, I'm a passionate dog lover, avid reader, and enthusiastic nerd. I find joy in div...
When someone asks you how you’re doing, do you just say “fine” and change the subject? Do you feel like you need to smile and keep up appearances even with the people you love? If you suffer from depression, anxiety or you feel like you need to work hard to fit in and please the people around you, counseling may help. Counseling can bring you from a less than honest “I’m fine” to a wholehearted “I’m doing well.” Our licensed therapists listen and hold space for you to see your own inherent ...
If you are reading this then you've already decided something in your life isn't working and some help figuring it out might be necessary. Next step is to find the person that is the best fit to support you. I can be described as non judgmental, understanding, relatable. Maybe you are needing to cope with anxiety in a different way. Maybe you have suffered a loss and are not sure how to navigate it. Maybe your substance use is getting in your way of having the life you want and you want some sup...
You strive to be the best, the best partner, the best parent, the best at the office, but you always feel like you fall short. Will life always be like this? Chaotic. Exhausting. Endless to-do lists. Despite your best efforts, there never seems to be enough time in the day. After caring for so many others in your life, you struggle to care for yourself. You're constantly running on empty. Although you recognize the patterns in your life you don't want to repeat, you can't seem to stop the cycle....
Hey and Welcome! As a therapist, my goal is to create an emotionally safe space, that is intersectional and inclusive, to pursue personal healing and self-discovery. Through our work, we will identify how the experiences you have had in your life have impacted who you are in this world and how you relate to others. We will explore the emotional, mental, and systemic barriers that get in the way of evolving into the person you'd ideally like to be, while simultaneously developing a deep respe...
And..... ACTION! Let's face it, Life can be a doozy sometimes and at some point trying to be "on" is exhausting. You think you're doing everything right but nothing turns out the way you think it should. You start to think, "What's the point? Why even try?" You're tired and just want things to be different. Better. I get it. So don't go it alone, let's talk about it. Let's throw some thoughts and solutions out there and see what sticks. You may feel stuck, but YOU'RE NOT ALONE. Call me and let'...
One of the reasons I moved my practice downtown was to be more convenient for young adults. College is one of the most stressful and uncertain times in life. Many of my college aged clients find themselves experiencing a re-occurrence of childhood trauma,depression and anxiety. New struggles with social anxiety , OCD and relationship issues can emerge in this transitional and complex time of life. The down to earth and experiential nature of my treatment methods seem to make people feel comfort...
Are you struggling with the transition to college? Are you homesick and looking for ways to engage and connect on your new campus? I can help you with that! Change is tough and also exciting! Let me help you embrace the mindset you desire to make college some of the best years of your life!...
I focus on issues including, but not limited to, depression, anxiety, stress management and self-esteem in young adults. I use humor and a down-to-earth approach to build a non-judgmental therapeutic relationship designed to support you throughout. I use an eclectic approach to therapy often using components of cognitive behavioral therapy, stress management and mindfulness techniques. My office is conveniently located in Downtown Charleston....