Gaffney is a bustling small city of commerce, with new businesses arriving every year to take up residence within its boundaries. With all of the shopping and industry available, the people of Gaffney are by and far prosperous. However, they do say that money cannot buy happiness. If you are unhappy with any part of your life, there is someone to help you.

Counselors in the Gaffney area are able to assist you and help you through troubling times. If you are unhappy and need someone to talk to, or perhaps a bit of advice on how to handle things, therapists can help. Contact a counselor today.

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Kendra O'Berry

Offering therapy in SC
License: LCSW
Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsGriefSelf esteem
3 years of experience

My name is Kendra O'Berry and I am a LCSW. I have 3 years of experience working with clients with a range of concerns from stress and anxiety to aging and terminal illnesses. I received my Bachelors in English and my Masters in Social Work from Valdosta State University. My therapeutic approaches are not one size fits all. I have experience with using CBT, motivational interviewing, mindfulness/relaxation techniques, existential therapy, solution focus therapy, and a humanistic/person centered approach. However, the methods and techniques I use in session depend entirely on the client's needs. I like to think of myself as a guide on the journey to healing, and the client is the person driving the boat. I enjoy helping clients formulate their own goals and helping them reach those goals in a way that is conducive for long term change/healing and fits the client's life the way they see best. I would be able to help clients not only find their individual voices, but teach them skills on how to use them to help them live the life they want to live.

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Candace Gregg

Offering therapy in SC
License: LISW-CP, S,LAC
Stress, AnxietyAddictionsAnger managementBipolar disorderDepression
9 years of experience

Ever feel stuck? Well, it is possible to find a way out. Maybe I can help you on that journey. It is my goal that you feel seen and heard while we navigate through life’s issues together. I am licensed as a clinical social worker and licensed as an addiction’s counselor. I have served as a clinical social worker partnering with a broad spectrum of clients since 2013. I have worked with children, teens, young adults, adults, and geriatric with a spectrum of conditions and situations. My experience includes a variety of settings such as emergency rooms, home based clinical services, community mental health centers, private outpatient programs and inpatient psychiatric hospital setting. I take a strength’s based holistic approach to therapy and tend to incorporate a variety of therapeutic treatment modalities to best fit the client’s personality and their needs. I have had extensive training in Solution Focused Therapy, Integrated Dual Diagnosis Treatment, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing. Taking the step to seek help can be difficult, but I hope I can help you to feel welcomed as I bring a warm nonjudgmental and caring attitude. I will support you while we work together in a collaborative manner to address issues you have identified, so that you can live a more fulfilled life.

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Jennifer Walker

Offering therapy in SC
License: LPC
Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes
8 years of experience

Seeking therapy takes courage. It may feel vulnerable and awkward but by asking for help, you’ve already made an important step in your journey! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of SC specializing in Trauma, PTSD, and Borderline Personality Disorder. I have over 7 years of clinical experience in the Community Mental Health setting and am passionate about helping my clients work towards mental wellness. My approach is warm and person centered; I want to meet you where you’re at and work together to come up with a goal for what you would like to see change in your life. I am liberal and an open minded person who has worked with many people from all walks of life! I will never judge and will always check in with you to see if I am the right fit for your needs. My ultimate goal is to create a safe place for you to express who you are authentically and to feel free to talk about anything on your mind without a filter. My clinical expertise is in trauma therapy, including PTSD, anxiety, and depression as well as learning the skills to recover from Borderline Personality Disorder through Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. I have a strong background working with the LGBTQ+ community as well. I look forward to working with you!

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Rebecca Hosey

Offering therapy in SC
License: MS,LPC
AddictionsFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefDepression
20 years of experience

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in both Wisconsin and in South Carolina. I am also awaiting approval of an application through endorsement with North Carolina Board of Licensing for Counselors. Over the years I have been successful in working in the fields of mental health and addiction with the use of a variety of approaches and theoretical backgrounds. I graduated from the University of Wisconsin Milwaukee, Wisconsin with a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Welfare. I spent one year studying the dynamics of international and domestic adoptions. During this time I was appointed a Public Member to the State of Wisconsin Special Committee on Adoption where I served for one year. I graduated with my Master’s Degree in Counselor Education from the University of Wisconsin Whitewater, Wisconsin in 2005. My treatment modalities include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Internal Family Systems Therapy. Most recently I completed training as a Certified Nutritional Mental Health Counselor.

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Oprah Ingram

Offering therapy in SC
Stress, AnxietySelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changesADHD
5 years of experience

I work with clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. I work with individuals with a wide range of concerns to include depression, anxiety, coping with life and adult stressors. My primary area of interest is breaking generational cycles. My therapy style is warm, direct and interactive. I am open to helping those interested in helping themselves. My approach combines solution focus brief therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy. I enjoy tailoring the dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs.

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Joshua Hillie

Offering therapy in SC
Stress, AnxietyAddictionsAnger managementSelf esteemCoping with life changes
12 years of experience

I am licensed in North Carolina and South Carolina with 12 years of professional work experience. You are whole and not broken. You are meant to live a rich and meaning full life. A life with purpose, meaning, and direction. With kindness, respect, and compassion I will be that ally to help you move towards what is important to you. I seek to help you live out your greatest potential, and help you connect with your whole self. In this journey we will explore your fear, grief, anger, wonder, joy, and happiness. Let’s not just settle for functioning in this one precious life you have…let’s thrive in it together. Solutions Focused Therapy, ACT, MBCT, and MI, are my primary therapeutic approaches. I have worked with individuals, families, couples, and groups to help them heal and work through their suffering. I have worked in various settings i.e. residential, community based, schools, homes, hospital outpatient clinics, and virtually/telemedicine. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, anger management, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. Both personally and professionally I have had the privilege to bear witness to humanities highest highs and lowest lows. These invaluable experiences have helped me believe in the resiliency of humanity. It has brought both meaning and purpose to my life, and I view this work as sacred. May curiosity, kindness, and courage by your ally on this hero's journey. Make the leap and contact me. I am looking forward to hearing from you!

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Dr. Latasha Rivers

Offering therapy in SC
Relationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseSelf esteemCoping with life changes
25 years of experience

I am licensed in South Carolina and Tennessee with 25 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with PTSD, trauma and abuse, relationship issues, family conflicts, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

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Robert Pasley

Offering therapy in SC
Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes
20 years of experience

I am a licensed therapist in Alabama and a Florida Telehealth Provider. I hold a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration and a Master of Art Degree in Professional Counseling. I have two decades of social service experience in hospitals, mental health clinics, correctional facilities and other community agencies. I believe in creating an environment that is collaborative, supportive and compassionate. My goal is finding the most effective combination of therapeutic approaches to help patients become successful in achieving and maintaining meaningful change. I provide therapy for adults coping with a variety of issues including anger, self-esteem, addictions, life transitions, interpersonal conflict, grief/loss, trauma/abuse, anxiety, mood disorders, psychosis and personality disorders.

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Sarah Adeyinka-Skold

Offering therapy in SC
Stress, AnxietySelf esteemCareer difficultiesDepressionCoping with life changes
12 years of experience

I am licensed in Pennsylvania and South Carolina with 12 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, career difficulties, & depression. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

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Susan Strader

Offering therapy in SC
Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesParenting issuesSelf esteemCoping with life changes
6 years of experience

Hi, my name is Susan. I am licensed in South Carolina and Arkansas with 6 years of professional work experience working with adults, adolescents, and children. Before the 6 years since receiving my licensure, I have worked with a wide range of individuals in different capacities (Higher Education and Applied Behavioral Therapy). I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, motivation, self-esteem, and confidence building. My education stems from a faith-based approach, but believe in meeting people where they are. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process. I look forward to serving you.

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How to find counseling in Gaffney

Finding the best therapist close by in Gaffney can feel challenging, but know that once you narrow your search for a counselor serving your area, you can find a therapist in your city that is accepting new clients and fits your goals. Whether you're struggling with depression, anxiety, marriage, family issues, or other emotional challenges, feel proud that you have begun your search to find the mental health care services that work best for you in order to begin your personal journey towards emotional healing.

Understanding the type of therapy you'd like to search for is crucial before finding a therapist or psychologist in Gaffney. Perhaps you're interested in narrowing your search for a psychotherapist that can offer psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), talk therapy, provide group therapy, marriage and family therapy for individuals or couples, or couples therapy. Each type of therapy can offer various benefits and address or treat different disorders. If you're still unsure or are new to counseling in Gaffney, feel free to contact the provider via email to find out which methods they practice.

It is also important to understand that mental health professionals in the United States are accredited to provide care, helping individuals and couples, with a variety of licenses. These include licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT), licensed clinical social worker (LCSW), and clinical psychologist or doctor of psychology (PsyD). Regardless of their licensure, they are trained to treat individuals and couples counseling, and sometimes children, in any type of therapy. Find a therapist under any of these distinctions and know that the sessions they offer can provide a safe place to heal.

Mental health professionals working through their own in- person therapy practice in Gaffney or online may assist clients in improving healthy relationships, communication skills, working through life transitions, managing a mood disorder, improving coping skills, or change in negative thinking patterns. They may also provide a safe place and validation for clients experiencing emotional pain. Verified providers can provide licensed marriage and couples therapy, tailor to individual needs, and create a therapeutic relationship as a National Certified Counselor.

There are all kinds of therapists working with clients today across the United States and in the greater Gaffney area in different types of therapy, including:

  • CBT
  • DBT
  • Substance use therapy
  • Couples therapy

When you're ready to start your search and find therapists, have in mind what type of therapy you'd like your provider to be most experienced with and choose an experienced provider with a practice located near you in the city of Gaffney, elsewhere in Cherokee, or in the greater state of South Carolina.

Frequently asked questions (FAQs)

Some other commonly asked questions on therapy with a licensed counselor and BetterHelp serving the Gaffney area can be found below:

How does the cost of in-person counseling compare to the cost of BetterHelp with a licensed Gaffney therapist?

The average price of an in-person therapy session in the US is $100 to $200 per hour. These prices may be higher in Gaffney due to a higher cost of living. The price also depends on the type of provider you are looking for. See the following average prices for various mental health providers without insurance:

  • Counseling with a psychiatrist: $150-$500
  • Counseling with therapists: $100-300
  • Therapy with a psychologist: $100

While many psychologists in Gaffney may not take health insurance, some in the state of South Carolina may work on a sliding scale, meaning they'll factor in your income and charge what you can afford per session. With BetterHelp or clinicians throughout the state of South Carolina you can expect significantly more affordable options, with sessions ranging from $65 to $100 per week (billed every four weeks).

How is a licensed therapist on this online therapy platform verified?

Therapists in Gaffney, South Carolina working on BetterHelp are licensed, trained, experienced, and accredited as a doctor of psychology (PhD / PsyD), licensed marriage and family therapists (LMFT), licensed clinical social worker (LCSW / LICSW), or licensed professional counselors (LPC). All of these psychology clinicians have a Masters Degree or a Doctorate Degree in their field of psychology sciences, and follow the APA Code of Ethics. They have been qualified and certified by their state's professional board after successfully completing the necessary education, exams, training and practice with a patient, and extensive experience in a healthcare clinic or treatment centers, in order to become a mental health provider. While their lived experience, expertise, careers, and background vary, they all possess at least 3 years and 1,000 hours of hands-on experience with adult and sometimes teen patients, and have the necessary therapist credentials to provide a safe space for long lasting emotional healing in therapy. 

Please note BetterHelp does not offer or provide care from psychiatrists to prescribe a drug as treatment, or perform psychological assessments.

How does working with a counselor in BetterHelp online therapy sessions work?

BetterHelp clinicians treat clients online across the United States (individuals and couples) through life transitions, inner child exploration, long term depression or anxiety, and more. An online mental health professional, including the therapists in Gaffney above, can work with young adults, children, adolescents, and adults virtually as an accredited licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) or licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT). You do not have to commute to a an office as a psychotherapy client.

Through BetterHelp therapy, you can partake in video, phone, or live chat therapy sessions with your licensed therapist. You can work through various symptoms, use the in app journaling feature, and receive worksheets. You'll also find support groups or group therapy lead by a therapist in Gaffney helping individuals on topics including managing life transitions, symptoms affecting sexual health, behavioral health, coping skills for anxiety or depression, trauma, stress, marriage counseling, and more. 

What mental health issues can psychotherapy address?

BetterHelp's verified Gaffney therapists specialize and have clinical experience in a wide range of mental health issues and modalities, helping clients to feel better and improve their lives every day. See below for examples.

Specialties on BetterHelp include:

You may also be struggling with relationship problems that could be addressed in couples therapy or with a sex therapist. In that case, you may choose to work with one of BetterHelp's experienced cognitive-behavioral therapists or licensed marriage family therapists (LMFT) who work with clients in relationships. You can also try a Gaffney therapy provider through BetterHelp's sister platform, ReGain, which is dedicated to couples and spouses worldwide. 

How do I know if online counseling is right for my family?

One of the potentially rewarding aspects of working with a therapist is the validation and active listening they can provide. Your friends and loved ones may also be available to listen, but you may feel that they may lack the skills to provide objective guidance. Counselors are trained to respond to various concerns, symptoms, and mental health conditions.

A psychologist in your city can support you toward a healthier emotional state, regardless of your mental health, life concerns, or healing needs. While supporting individuals in developing healthier habits, another good benefit of therapy is having an understanding, safe space with a non-judgmental party who can support you through challenging experiences.

Many people have sensitive topics that they may feel ashamed to discuss with their friends or partner. A Gaffney therapist can help you confront these concerns and open up through unique methods of support. There are also many types of therapy, such as art therapy, where you may find you can express yourself through creativity instead of words.

With a lot of people in SC, providers may be booked out with clients. Through the list of profiles above and others within BetterHelp's team, you may be able to find a psychologist within 24 to 48 hours. If you're searching to find a a nearby psychotherapist close to 29341 or the surrounding zip codes, consider others available through the BetterHelp site. No matter if you are seeking help in your area or beyond, online therapy can be a great option.

How should I prepare for my first therapy session with a Gaffney counselor?

Before seeing your therapist, prep for your session by reading to understand the therapy process. You might write a list of questions you want to ask your psychotherapist, any emotional pain you may feel, and the ways in which you hope to improve. When you attend your session, let them know if you have any concerns about therapy or feel unsure about what to talk about. They may help guide you with open-ended therapeutic questions. The first session will often serve as an intake to get to know you as a person and learn why you're attending therapy.

Should I find a therapist or psychologist if I feel fine? 

Some simply don't feel the need to see a psychologist. However, some people may avoid attending therapy due to stigma or preconceived notions of what therapy entails. Although psychologists often support people with mental health conditions, you do not need a diagnosis or condition to attend therapy. You can discuss grief, relationship concerns, stress, or life changes and ask for general feedback and advice. A Gaffney licensed clinical social worker may help you gain power over your life and emotions while you navigate day-to-day experiences.

Gaining a new perspective on yourself through various therapies might allow you to improve your self-esteem, work through relationships, and gain a better sense of your mental health goals. The success you may find through therapy can be dependent on your process.

People may also attend therapy for specific motives, such as bullying, an autism diagnosis, a desire to learn mindfulness meditation, personality concerns, trouble with office workers, specific phobias, and many other principles.

Is mental health care and therapy worth it? 

Therapy is effective and has the power to change individuals' lives. Each client is at a different stage of their emotional healing journey in life, as each human can be unique in their personality, expression, skills, and goals. A psychologist can target various symptoms, experiences, and personalities to help you feel your best and put you on the path to healing. Unlike advice from a friend, family, or non-professional, a mental health professional has an understanding of various disorders like ADHD and depression with many hours of experience in treating adults in their practice. For this reason, seeing an evidence based psychologist in Gaffney, South Carolina can be worth it. Over 41 million adults in the US attend therapy services each year, showing it's a popular option and is proven to be effective.

Gaffney has many clinicians who practice person or client-centered individual therapy in-person and through online therapy to assist clients in their healing journey. If you opt into online therapy, you might also be able to meet with providers all over the United States and change therapists easily at any time. Many people struggling with anxiety and depression, substance abuse, body image issues, and more find therapists that are a good fit for them, feel supported, and gain further insight into their lives through internet-based therapy.

Do therapists judge you in therapy sessions?

The boundaries between you and a therapist are in place to help you and them regarding ethical concerns. Mental health professionals are held by ethical standards through the American Psychological Association (APA) and are not allowed to judge or harm their clients. If you are concerned about sharing details about yourself, feel free to withhold personal information. Their job in the therapeutic relationship is to create a safe place, help you gain a deeper understanding of your mental health, and support you. You might consider changing counselors if you don't feel safe or respected.

Stay up to date with the leading online counseling platform

To stay up to date with BetterHelp's initiatives through their social channels, you can follow them on Pinterest, LinkedIn, Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook. For mental health tips, check out the BetterHelp YouTube channel.

Take some time today to learn more about the team of therapists at BetterHelp to understand the services available to you clearly. If you are new to therapy or have any questions about the services and terms, please reach out through the contact page or send an email to contact@betterhelp.com.

If you’re ready to sign up for online therapy, consider signing up with a platform like BetterHelp and get matched within 24 to 48 hours.

If you are experiencing a crisis or emergency, don't use this site's online services. If you are in life-threatening danger, call 911. If you require support for a crisis, reach out to the hotlines below:

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