Michelle Drayton (Clay) is a native of Charleston, SC but has lived in Columbia for 29 years. She is a graduate of Webster University with a Masters in Counseling and her undergrad in Criminal Justice from The University of South Carolina (Columbia). My treatment approach is client-centered using cognitive behavioral therapy. I also utilize solution focused therapy. I can help by listening to all the details the client has to give and helping them sort through the issues to make their day to day life better. I am currently working on a doctorate in the Advanced Studies of Human Behavior. I have been she been providing counseling services to individuals, families and groups for the past 20 years. I have worked in the community for 20 plus years, doing home visits with families and helping them navigate resources in the community. My work specializes in children to adults dealing with sexual trauma, depression, various anxiety disorders and couples therapy. I am also working towards getting certified as a sex therapist. I have also counseled military war veterans suffering from PTSD and their families. I am a court appointed Foster Care Advocate, a Certified Sports Psychology Coach, certified trainer for the South Carolina Center for Child Care Career Development, certified Triple P consultant, Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor, Board Certified Telemental health provider and a Certified Trauma Provider. When it comes to clients, she utilizes Solution Focused Therapy along with other therapies. . I believe in helping her clients understand and navigate the healing process beginning with their first visit. This therapy helps clients set targeted, realistic, and attainable goals that are more effective for producing behavioral change and a better quality of living.
Additional areas of focus: Addictions, Family conflicts, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Eating disorders, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, HIV / AIDS, Polyamory / Nonmonogamous Relationships, Prejudice and Discrimination, Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling), Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-Harm, Sexual Assault and Abuse, Sexual Dysfunction, Sexuality, Women's issues, Workplace issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Trauma-Focused Therapy
SC LPC 5337