Therapists in Paxville, SC
Kyra Hufford
Clinician
License Type(s): LPC
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyAddictionsTrauma and abuseSelf esteemCoping with life changes
13 years offering treatment
Congratulations on taking the first step to feeling better!! My name is Kyra and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in South Carolina. The bulk of my training is trauma (childhood to recent, domestic violence, TBI, etc.), stress and anxiety, and crisis intervention. I also have experience with parenting issues, depression, addiction, relationships, and low self-esteem. I received my Masters Degree in Counseling from Webster University in 2010 and my Bachelors Degree in Psychology from the University of South Carolina Columbia campus in 2004. My internships were spent working with survivors of sexual abuse at a local rape crisis center and working with individuals in pre-trial intervention (PTI) and other diversion programs offered through a local Judicial Circuit's Solicitor's Office. I have worked with children, adolescents, and adults up to 90 years old. I have experience providing educational trainings, skills development classes, group counseling, individual counseling, family counseling, and support group counseling. I believe that everyone is their own, unique individual with their own, unique challenges so I pull material from various evidence based best practice therapy models and tailor each session to each individual's unique needs. I believe everyone deserves respect, sensitivity, and time to process and grow. I am solution focused, honest, straightforward, and have been called a cynical optimist. I will be your biggest supporter and your #1 fan. I will cheer you on each step of the way. Together we can confront any challenges head on, working toward change and improvement. My ultimate goal is to help you build a solid foundation promoting stability, self-compassion, and purpose through patience, courage, and perseverance. That is...............if you're ready. Let's begin. Allow me the opportunity to guide you through the process. You've got this!
Heather Simmerson
Clinician
License Type(s): MA, LPC
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesParenting issuesSelf esteemDepression
3 years offering treatment
As humans we are all susceptible to depression, anxiety, low self-esteem and degraded self care. We can all fall victims to relationship problems, grief and confusion navigating through life with its ever changing twists and turns. I have a desire to give clients a nonjudgmental, safe and welcoming environment in order to work on overcoming these life obstacles when they interfere with ones happiness and clarity. Looking for help when you feel you are at the end of your rope takes courage but displays a sign of resiliency within yourself. If you feel that you can no longer handle your circumstances alone, I encourage you to contact me. I can be there to work through your circumstances with you and work on improving your quality of life together. I have a passion for helping people overcome difficult times in their life. My focus in practice is to ignite hope and collaborate with my clients by utilizing an integrative and evidence-based approach to psychotherapy. I work with individuals of all ages and look forward to witnessing the growth and continued resiliency within you.
Norma Robinson
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseAnger managementDepressionCoping with life changes
4 years offering treatment
I am a licensed mental health counselor in the state of South Carolina. I have 4 years experience working as a counselor and I have focused on aiding individuals of various cultures, religious beliefs, age groups, LGBT and socio-economic backgrounds. I have experience in stress and anger management, management of PTSD and anxiety issues, sexuality, sexual trauma, abuse and natural and man-made traumatic experiences. I have also aided individuals that have suffered from mood disorder and major depression disorder. My counseling approach is a combination of cognitive-behavioral therapy and motivational interviewing. I tend to tailor our treatment and sessions towards the specified needs and goals of the client. My counseling style is very warm, client-oriented and interactive. I work in a manner that is respectful, patient, non-judgmental, sensitive and re-affirming. I tend to seek to empower the client by recognizing his/her strengths and addressing their own copings skills and self-care management. I accept that everyone has their own story and I seek to provide an environment of encouragement and healing so that each person can find their own path to success and inner peace. When it comes to our mental and emotional health, it is often very difficult to acknowledge that we might need more help that we had previously believed. During this particular journey, work and honesty with one's self is essential but very difficult. As a counselor, I am here to support and guide you as a you seek to begin to live your best life. Let's get started.
Dr. Rebekah Jaeger
Clinician
License Type(s): PhD,LPC
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyLGBTFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseDepression
16 years offering treatment
Have you been struggling to find the energy to get through the day? Do worries prevent you from accomplishing your goals? As an experienced counselor I’m here to provide support during whatever challenges life throws your way. My unique approach will enable you to identify the change you want to see in yourself and define an actionable path to achieve it. I have experience working with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and more in a variety of settings including community mental health, school-based mental health, college counseling, and online platforms. I have worked with a variety of individuals and have extensive experience with the LGBT population. Some of my areas of expertise include anxiety, depression, trauma, sexuality and gender issues. I also have experience working with military and first responders. It is my firm belief that the only useful therapy is the one that meets you on your terms. Our relationship, should be built on mutual respect, understanding, and honest communication. I look forward to sharing your journey with you.
Laura Khan
Clinician
License Type(s): LCSW,LISW-CP,MSW
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseDepressionCoping with life changes
8 years offering treatment
Starting or re-starting therapy can sometimes feel overwhelming – it takes courage to look at how you’re feeling or what you’re going through and decide to reach out to a therapist who can walk with you through challenging emotions, relationship dynamics, life changes, and personal goals. Maybe you’re not quite sure where to start, but you know you would like to explore what you’re feeling, your identity, or ways to continue to grow. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia, I seek to create a safe, respectful space to embrace this vulnerable work. I believe our identities are shaped by our thoughts, feelings, relationships, trauma (from acute to generational), and systemic factors that impact our wellbeing. We carry the weight of our past and messages we receive in the words and actions of others every day. I will be a therapist who helps you examine your experiences, thoughts, and feelings in the context of relationships and society to understand yourself as you are and as you want to become. It is normal when doing this inner work to feel sadness, shame, or fear. Together, we can identify diverse coping skills rooted in cognitive, behavioral, dialectical, and emotion-focused therapies as we encounter these emotions. My goal as your therapist is to be present for you, to help you feel seen, heard, and recognize your inherent dignity and self-worth. My clinical areas of specialty are depression, anxiety, healing from trauma, burnout, identity development, chronic illness, and communication skills. My therapy style is warm, empathetic, client-centered, and trauma informed. My approach as a therapist echoes Robert Frost when he said, “The best way out is always through.” In my spare time, I enjoy listening to true crime podcasts and a wide range of music, watercolor, crochet, reading, the outdoors, and learning to cook new recipes. It is a privilege to connect with you and start this meaningful work.
Lakisha (Kennedy) Hudson
Clinician
License Type(s): BA,MA,LPC
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyAnger managementSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes
10 years offering treatment
Welcome, My name is Lakisha (Kennedy) Hudson. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) for the state of South Carolina. I have 10 years of Clinical Counseling experience working with adults and children who seeks professional help for depression, self-esteem, stress, anxiety, grief, adjustment disorder, anger, attention-deficit/hyper activity disorder (ADHD), relationship issues, parenting problems, and trauma. My therapeutic background has allowed me to work with diverse populations in various settings, such as for non-profited organizations, schools, correctional facilities and private practice (In-Person and Telehealth services) Recently, I became licensed as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in the State of Florida and excited about gaining ongoing training, knowledge and experience as a Mental Health Professional to be able to provide the services I need to help better the lives of my clients. My therapy style brings forth empathy, humor, and a person-centered approach to clients who I work with. My therapeutic approach and compassion in the helping process allows me to build rapport and meet clients right where they are. I believe in treating each individual client with the respect they deserve, therefore, the service I provide is non-stigmatizing and confidential. My clinical approach consists of Trauma-Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy. I will process with each client individually while utilizing these evidence-based practices, to ensure I meet their needs specifically, as every client is unique. If you have been doing the same things and getting the same results, feeling overwhelmed with life challenges, feeling as if your emotions are everywhere and are having difficulties trying to figure why you're feeling the why you do, then it's time you get help today. That's right! Take control. Find the best ways to manage your mental health. Do you have trust issues and prefer keeping what's bothering you to yourself? Who will care for you more than yourself? So, let's do something different this time. Now that you are here, right at this exact moment let's get started. It all happened for a reason. I am absolutely proud of you for finally taking time out to come this far to seek professional help. Don't look back because this decision you've just made could change your entire life for the better. Imagine that, you were destined to get the support you need from Betterhelp! Let's just give it a try. Why wait? I am excited for you! I care and am here to help you on your journey to healing. The empowerment and support you will receive though my services are genuine and sincere. I am here and ready to hear from you with an open mind and listening ear. It's my pleasure. I look forward to working with you!
Lynne Klaus
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyAddictionsTrauma and abuseDepressionCoping with life changes
25 years offering treatment
Hi! I am glad you are here! My name is Lynne and I am a licensed clinical social worker. I have worked in the mental health field for over 20 years. My experience has included working with a vast array of people challenged by life situations and experiencing anxiety, depression, problems with substance abuse, trauma, grief and loss just to name a few. It is my belief that if suffering and uncertainty are inherent in our humanness, so too is joy, growth and the ability to heal through connectedness. People often seek therapy having exhausted their own internal resources trying to feel better. They may also believe they have exhausted their loved ones with their own self-doubt, sadness or shame. Or one may be experiencing a more vague yet persistent sense of being overwhelmed or numb and disconnected. If anxiety, sadness, irritability, anger or grief is impacting your quality of life; or, if you have been managing uncomfortable emotions with substances and questioning your relationship with alcohol or drugs, I’d like to help. I offer my clients the opportunity to explore who they are, who they want to be, and importantly, a partnership in forging the path toward healing and change.
Elizabeth Gore
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Anger managementSelf esteemADHD
11 years offering treatment
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in South Carolina with 10 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with anger management & concentration, memory and focus (adhd). I have experience working with adults and teenagers in the clinical setting. I have worked with teenagers providing therapy services full time since 2013. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.
Norman Patterson
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: AddictionsIntimacy-related issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCoping with life changes
7 years offering treatment
I am licensed as a clinical social worker in Georgia with six years of clinical experience providing services to diverse populations. I have experience helping clients cope with addictions, intimacy-related issues, anger management, & motivation, self-esteem, and confidence. 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. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey. My wide range of education and experience has allowed me to take a direct, empathic approach toward improving my clients' needs and outlook on life. I therapeutically approach my clients to assist them in being all they can be. Our session will be held in a non-judgmental atmosphere, led by the client as the main driver of the discussion. I have the ability to apply "evidence-based" treatment approaches, meaning they have been backed by extensive research and science to be effective in treating specific disorders. I am passionate about my client's success and well-being. I began my career working in substance abuse and homelessness. I obtained my master's degree in social work from the University of Georgia. Life can be intimidating. It is helpful to have someone to process daily stressors and feelings associated with those life experiences we all go through. I am here to partner with you along life's road of experiences to help you maximize your success in life. I'm excited about our partnership and look forward to working with you.
Sharon "Kristen" Gregory
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepression
12 years offering treatment
I am licensed in South Carolina with 3 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, & 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 sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!
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Licensed therapists & mental health professionals available through BetterHelp's online platform
Mental health therapists in Paxville available through BetterHelp are accredited as psychologists to help individuals and couples. Paxville therapists' credentials can include licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT), licensed clinical social worker (LCSW), and clinician or doctor of psychology (PsyD). Regardless of their licensure, Paxville therapists are trained in any type of therapy in the Paxville region and in the state of South Carolina.
How can a therapist help you destress, manage your emotions, and guide you towards the life you want?
Therapists in Paxville can help clients in improving healthy relationships, communication skills, working through life transitions, couples challenges, managing a mood disorder, improving coping skills, self help tips, offer life coaching, family life, or change in negative thinking patterns. A therapist in Paxville may also provide a safe place and validation for clients experiencing emotional pain, or that simply want a psychological assessment.
Is it better to find a mental health counselor or therapist in Paxville offering online therapy or in person?
Studies show online therapy can be just as effective as in-person counseling. Online therapy with licensed counselors is often more affordable, with BetterHelp pricing ranging from $65-$100 weekly, while in person therapy can cost up to $200 per session.
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