Whatever situation brought you to this page, I am glad you are here. You may be navigating relational conflict, overwhelmed by or avoiding certain thoughts and emotions, or perhaps repeating patterns that no longer contribute positively to your life. While daunting and often uncomfortable, change opens the door to personal growth and healing. As your therapist, my role is to provide guidance and support as you navigate through and beyond these challenging experiences, helping you enjoy the beaut...
College years can be confusing and difficult for many to navigate. Many express struggles in adjusting to the changes that come along with the increased independence and new peer groups. At Macon Changes, we provide support and interventions to ensure stability across all life areas. We address topics such as substance issues, struggles with peer groups, and other factors that impact adjustment to college life. We offer an array of treatment modalities that seeks to make services acces...
I'm a proud member of the LGBTQ+ community who helps Queer people feel less stressed, more fulfilled, and live their best lives. Therapy is normal and healthy, and I would love to partner with you on your mental health glow-up. Reaching out is the hardest part, but you can do this! You can get started by scheduling your free, no pressure consultation through proudcounseling.com (linked at the bottom of my profile) so we can meet and see if I might be a good fit for your mental health glow-up...
As no two individuals are the same, I tailor my work with each client to address the challenges unique to you. As Ward Foley has stated, "We are not given a good life or a bad life. We are given a life. It is up to us to make it good or bad." I am glad that you found this platform and have taken the courageous first step of being here! When working with clients, I focus on their strengths and their ability to create lasting change for themselves. My approach to therapy is holistic, factoring the...
" Sometimes it can be too much...keeping up with academics and trying to have a social life... And beginning with new friendships in college isn't exactly easy. It seems like everyone else is having so much fun. Why Aren't I?" Does this sound like you? This new step out on your own can be tricky. Homesickness can set in. Parents have expectations and they just don't get it. That's where counseling can make a big difference in your quality of life! You don't have to struggle with performance an...
You are so brave to be searching for a counselor. Showing up and starting is the hardest part when life is overwhelming. You feel like you can't narrow down your symptoms to one category because you feel ALL of the things, maybe even all at the same time. Confusion, stress, pain, heartbreak, fear, loneliness, sadness and anger are your normal. Because when you've experienced hard, difficult things in your life, those feelings ARE normal. You're tired of "faking" being ok as life has become o...
Available Online! COVID 19 has brought a new level of stress that we have never dealt with before. If you need additional support, I am here to help you! As a Young Adult (YA) do you wish your family and friends understood the stress you deal with, never mind the pressure you put on yourself and the feeling of being overwhelmed? Do you want to understand the root cause of the problem and then learn how to manage feelings, behaviors and to find balance in your life and relationships? If yo...
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Welcome, glad you're here! Thank you for taking the time to visit my profile. Creating a trusting environment for you is paramount. I am passionate about helping people feel safe, validated, and heard. This is a collaborative experience where we'll work together to examine relationships and communication, increase self-compassion and emotional regulation, and develop insights into your beliefs and behaviors. We can also discuss how nutrition and gut health play an integral, fundamental role in a...
I have worked with many clients struggling with varying types of concerns including anxiety, self esteem, trauma, and depression. Additionally, I have extensive training in sex therapy to help people navigate sexual dysfunctions, sexuality and gender, relationship orientations, sex related anxiety, etc. I value providing evidence based treatment through a holistic lens. I believe that the body, mind, and soul are all equally important and influence one another. As a therapist, I strive to me...
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...
We all hit speed bumps in the road we call life. It is okay to require assistance getting over these bumps and back on track. That is what I am here for. I enjoy helping clients who need assistance reaching a healthier emotional life. I always tell my clients: my goal is to get you to the point where you tell me I'm no longer needed in your life. When that time comes, it is very bittersweet; but the goal is for my clients to be on their own and thriving. My specialty includes young adults and...
Are you having trouble adjusting to life transitions? Are you bothered that you aren't good enough? Are you concerned that having emotionally immature parents has caused you to struggle in adulthood? Your experiences with transitions could become overwhelming, causing a lack of focus, a decrease in self-esteem, and second-guessing yourself. Imagine understanding your struggle to make changes or adapt. Imagine understanding the impact of a lack of emotional maturity or intimacy. There is a way...
Hannah Smith Counseling is actively sex positive and affirming of all ways of consensually expressing oneself. I specialize in sex therapy, identity concerns, trauma, treatment for anxiety. I am also available for a wide variety of issues and predominantly work with individual adults, couples, and polycules! I am deeply passionate about working with LGBT+ communities and Alternative Sexual Expression communities such as BDSM/Kink practitioners, Swingers, and Polyamorous families. I have 13 y...
Live Learn Hope Individual and Family Counseling offers a variety of counseling services to meet your needs. With services covering children, adolescents, adults, couples and families, you can trust us to help guide you to a healthy outcome. Offering Telehealth and in person sessions...
Are you struggling daily with anxious, overwhelming feelings? Have you experienced trauma in your life/childhood and not sure how to move forward? Do you feel like your relationship does not meet your ideal expectation? Are you a Veteran who is tired of talking to therapists who just DON'T understand? If any of these scenarios speak to you... reach out to me and let me help! Anxiety and trauma can take over your life but there are ways to manage your symptoms and live. There is no such thing as ...
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Hi there! I’m Ashley, a Licensed Professional Counselor in SC and VA. One of the focus areas if my practice is anxiety, transitions, and adjustment in young adults. Many students often struggle with the transition to college. So many decisions about what to study, pleasing parents (or not), making new friends, navigating new relationships, and so much more. I’m here to help! I’m located close by on James Island, but also offer virtual sessions to fit your schedule!...
Therapy has been a part of my life since a young age. Growing up in a toxic family dynamic, I overcame many issues related to anger, depression, anxiety, and fear. Counseling helped me and eventually became a focal point of my life. As a result, I went to school to pursue a Bachelors Degree in Psychology and Masters Degree in Counseling at the University of South Carolina. This led me to the path that I am on now as a LPC-A. Self-exploration, to me, is one of the bravest things a person can d...
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