I have always been driven to listen, to understand and to help others. I know for many people, myself included, asking for help can be a scary and vulnerable thing to do. However, I believe seeking help demonstrates bravery. Vulnerability does not make us weak; in fact, it makes us strong and courageous. I believe everyone has their own story, path, and struggle; it is my desire to meet you where you are at and help you grow into the person you would be proud to be. It is common for us to acc...
I have worked in the field of social work and eating disorders for over 30 years. I use evidenced based therapy to help clients find balance in their lives. I have experience working with college student and understand the pressures that they face on a day to day basis....
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...
Do you feel alone, invisible, and unimportant, like the person you love is rarely there for you emotionally: so you pursue your partner and even have occasional outbursts just to try to get through to them? Do you feel overwhelmed, like no matter what you do it is never good enough to please the person you love: so you defend yourself, shut down, or turn away in your relationship? You feel frustrated and stuck. You are exhausted from feeling misunderstood, fighting over the same issues over and ...
Special student rates! Neurodivergent & LGBTQ+ friendly! EMDR sessions are currently available! Set your FREE consultation today! Do you constantly feel stressed, frustrated, or overwhelmed by your current life, your emotions, or your behaviors? Do you often feel burned out or find yourself trying to avoid, numb, or escape your current problems? Are you feeling unhappy but also feel hopeless about making a change? Acknowledging, understanding, & healing can be difficult without the right...
My philosophy is simple: we are ALL already whole. No one is “broken”, so there is nothing to “fix”. We each have what we need inside to heal. My goal is to help you access your own internal wisdom to heal your past wounding and establish the mental and emotional wellness so you can live your life fully in the here and now. I am passionate about working with motivated clients from all walks of life towards healing from trauma and life's stressors, and alleviating the experience of depression...
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....
We specialize in working with teenagers and adolescents, men and men's issues, foster parents, adoptive parents, people in foster care, and those who were adopted. We also specialize in working with persons who identify as LGBTQIA2+. We also have a passion for working with clinicians, healthcare workers, and students....
I believe in focusing on meeting you where you are and putting your emotional and mental health needs first. Investing in your emotional health is a huge investment and it takes a lot of courage. I am here to support you and walk with you through this journey. My passion is to help empower young adults through various phases of their lives. I have over 19 years of experience working with children, teens, and young adults experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, family challenges, and needing gu...
Drawing from 10+ years of clinical experience, I use a solution-focused approach to teach skills to overcome worry, depression, anger, stress, guilt, low self-esteem, sleep issues, relationship struggles, and parenting challenges. My clients and I work on improving their wellness and their lives by exploring helpful solutions, perspectives, and habits....
I am here to tell you that your body is not something that needs to be fixed. I consider myself to be a body inclusive therapist who specializes in helping clients recover from disordered eating behaviors, weight stigma, body image concerns and impacts from diet culture. I also serve clients experiencing depression and anxiety symptoms, family issues (such as divorce & addiction), adjustment issues, impacts from COVID-19 and trauma (such as intimate partner violence & sexual assault). I currentl...
Welcome! My name is Sarah Todd, and I am a Licensed Independent Social Worker of Clinical Practice. I provide individual and family therapy services. I offer counseling services for the following in SC and IL: Postpartum Mood Disorders and Pregnancy Loss Generalized Anxiety ADHD Borderline Personality Disorder I work to help my clients accept and embrace their imperfections, cope with their challenges, and alleviate their life stresses. I employ techniques utilizing Cognitive Behavior...
Contemporary counseling and therapy for women, woman/feminine identified, and non-binary people. We help you with your healing and well-being journey to achieve good mental health. BILINGUAL (ENGLISH/SPANISH) LIVED EXPERIENCE We help you with your healing and well-being journey to achieve good mental health. Contemporary counseling and therapy for women, woman/feminine identified, and non-binary people. WOMAN-VETERAN OWNED AND OPERATED CULTURALLY COMPETENT We embrace and...
Change is not linear. I have come to understand the numerous challenges in life that can make you feel as if you have gone nowhere. The anxiety that sets in is alarming and the depression that may later consume you feels debilitating. However, I have also come to understand the impact that we have on our own suffering: how we often jump to "I can't" instead of "I can try." We have all found ourselves deep in self-doubt, feeling stuck in the symptoms of depression and anxiety. Are you looking for...
The decision to start therapy is a courageous one. I create an open and safe environment for you to embark on your therapeutic journey. In my practice I take a strength-based approach to help you learn and grow. I am interested in exploring who you are as an individual and helping you get where you want to be. Together I hope to build a respectful and collaborative therapeutic alliance. I have experience working with individuals with depression, anxiety, and ADHD. I specialize with working wi...
To be human is to feel the ups and downs that life has to offer. I'm here to help you overcome and thrive! Whether you are feeling overwhelmed, angry, hurt, depressed, anxious, numb or maybe you aren't sure what you're feeling.. My goal is to give you a conversation that you won't receive anywhere else; to help you feel heard, understood, supported, and validated so that you can do your best work to make progress towards your goals. Whatever we are holding back or we aren't saying has power over...
I am a licensed clinical social worker with expertise in eating disorders. I have worked with individuals with various eating and body image issues and previously served as the Director of Adolescent Services for Eating Disorders at Columbia University Medical Center in New York. I also specialize in the treatment of anxiety and OCD. I offer Cognitive Behavioral Therapy which is an individual therapy focused on understanding patterns, increasing flexibility in thinking, and changing behavio...
ADHD is more than inattention or being unable to sit still. It affects nearly every aspect of our lives. Maybe you're struggling with procrastination, losing things, feeling "edgy" and like you're constantly forgetting something, missing deadlines. Perhaps you push yourself to get started on something, only to get distracted in the middle of it. You're constantly spinning your wheels but feel like you've gotten nothing done. Those of us with ADHD often feel shame and embarrassment from our actio...
I run a private practice located in downtown Columbia near the campus of USC. I have experience counseling college women who are struggling with issues such as anxiety, mood problems, attachment issues, relational stress, trauma, and adjusting to college life. My training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Family Systems theory provides me the tools for helping you develop healthier relationships, and better ways of managing negative thought patterns and distressing emotions. Feel free to...
Do you feel like anxious thoughts, relationship stress, or negative self-image control your life? My clients are tired of feeling like they aren't "enough", physically, emotionally, professionally, or romantically. Let's untangle your self-worth from the judgement of friends, family, and partners. You are more than your anxiety, depression, or eating disorder. My clients describe my therapy style as non-judgmental, open, and solution focused. Therapy is your time. You deserve a therapist who ...