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Roni Caw, PhD, NCC, LPC, CCTP, CSAM
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, NCC, LPC, CCTP, CSAM
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbia, SC 29201
I am an African American male, retired military with 24 service years. I counsel for a variety of emotional and mental disorders that include ADHD, Adjustment, Anxiety, Depression, High Functioning Autism, Grief, PTSD, and Trauma. I counsel children, adolescents, adults, families, Law Enforcement and Military, LGBTQI+ Affirming, marriage, and pre-marital. I have previous experience as a college psychology professor, juvenile correctional officer, residential counselor, substitute teacher, and special education community liaison.
I am an African American male, retired military with 24 service years. I counsel for a variety of emotional and mental disorders that include ADHD, Adjustment, Anxiety, Depression, High Functioning Autism, Grief, PTSD, and Trauma. I counsel children, adolescents, adults, families, Law Enforcement and Military, LGBTQI+ Affirming, marriage, and pre-marital. I have previous experience as a college psychology professor, juvenile correctional officer, residential counselor, substitute teacher, and special education community liaison.
(803) 610-4072 View (803) 610-4072
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Traylor Disbrow
Pre-Licensed Professional, LPCA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbia, SC 29201
My counseling style is to connect a client’s goals and hopeful outcomes with the realities of what brought them to counseling and to partner with them to see current breakthroughs as well and a healthy and productive future. I'm excited to work with multi-cultural clients in individual counseling sessions on social-emotional issues, grief and loss, sudden life changes, mood disorders such as depression and anxiety, career counseling, and marriage/family counseling. My hope is that with my support a client will hopefully change their current reality in a space where it’s okay to not be okay.
My counseling style is to connect a client’s goals and hopeful outcomes with the realities of what brought them to counseling and to partner with them to see current breakthroughs as well and a healthy and productive future. I'm excited to work with multi-cultural clients in individual counseling sessions on social-emotional issues, grief and loss, sudden life changes, mood disorders such as depression and anxiety, career counseling, and marriage/family counseling. My hope is that with my support a client will hopefully change their current reality in a space where it’s okay to not be okay.
(803) 866-3579 View (803) 866-3579
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Integrative Mental Health Solutions, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CCMC, SEP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbia, SC 29210
IMHS provides a holistic treatment approach for mental health wellness through individual counseling, massage, & yoga. We work with, depression, anxiety, trauma, suicide bereavement, suicidality, end-of-life issues, grief, PTSD, behavioral issues, LGBTQ+ issues, substance use, disordered eating, marriage & family challenges, sexual trauma, self-esteem, parenting, adjustment issues, life transitions, self-harm, school issues, and dissociative disorders. We are currently taking new clients of all ages.
IMHS provides a holistic treatment approach for mental health wellness through individual counseling, massage, & yoga. We work with, depression, anxiety, trauma, suicide bereavement, suicidality, end-of-life issues, grief, PTSD, behavioral issues, LGBTQ+ issues, substance use, disordered eating, marriage & family challenges, sexual trauma, self-esteem, parenting, adjustment issues, life transitions, self-harm, school issues, and dissociative disorders. We are currently taking new clients of all ages.
(803) 471-4250 View (803) 471-4250
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Sandra Elizabeth Hennies
Marriage & Family Therapist, MEd, LMFT
Verified Verified
Columbia, SC 29205
The use of EFT, MR, and Meta Consciousness coupled with Marriage and Family Therapy makes my practice very unique.
I have several approaches to addressing the needs of individuals, couples, and families. These approaches address a wide range of mental, emotional, and health issues. Common issues include depression, anxiety, stress, and relationship issues. After assessment I suggest which approaches would be most beneficial to long term resolution. Therapy may involve traditional therapy, Meta Consciousness, Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT), Matrix Reimprinting (MR), Ericksonian Hypnotherapy or a combination of all.
The use of EFT, MR, and Meta Consciousness coupled with Marriage and Family Therapy makes my practice very unique.
I have several approaches to addressing the needs of individuals, couples, and families. These approaches address a wide range of mental, emotional, and health issues. Common issues include depression, anxiety, stress, and relationship issues. After assessment I suggest which approaches would be most beneficial to long term resolution. Therapy may involve traditional therapy, Meta Consciousness, Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT), Matrix Reimprinting (MR), Ericksonian Hypnotherapy or a combination of all.
(803) 636-8802 View (803) 636-8802
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Ashlyn Bordelon
Licensed Professional Counselor, M Ed, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbia, SC 29210
Do you often find yourself feeling overcome by feelings of despair and helplessness? Do you struggle to accept yourself as you are and to cope with the anxiety of existing? You are not alone. Many clients come to me when they are at the end of their rope and merely hanging on by a thread. People often want to learn to accept themselves as they are, to feel worthy, and ultimately, to be able to improve their relationships with others. Similarly, couples often seek therapy in order to learn to communicate effectively, to deal with conflict, to strengthen their bonds, and to prepare for marriage or children.
Do you often find yourself feeling overcome by feelings of despair and helplessness? Do you struggle to accept yourself as you are and to cope with the anxiety of existing? You are not alone. Many clients come to me when they are at the end of their rope and merely hanging on by a thread. People often want to learn to accept themselves as they are, to feel worthy, and ultimately, to be able to improve their relationships with others. Similarly, couples often seek therapy in order to learn to communicate effectively, to deal with conflict, to strengthen their bonds, and to prepare for marriage or children.
(864) 523-8847 View (864) 523-8847
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Columbia Counseling & Therapy
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, LPC, MASC
Verified Verified
Columbia, SC 29201
I specialize in life transitions & adjustments, marriage & couples counseling, anxiety & stress management, depression & mood disorders, intimacy & inadequacy concerns, trauma management (PTSD), self-exploration & identity, addiction recovery (substance, behavior, sexual, technology), and men’s issues.
I have many years of successful experience helping individuals and couples understand and break free from their recurring cycles of emotional pain and frustration. I work to dissolve the thoughts and behaviors that are causing you distress, while providing practical tools that empower you to become the person you aspire to be. I strive to provide a warm, safe, and nonjudgmental environment where you can feel safe talking about those things that are the most difficult to discuss.
I specialize in life transitions & adjustments, marriage & couples counseling, anxiety & stress management, depression & mood disorders, intimacy & inadequacy concerns, trauma management (PTSD), self-exploration & identity, addiction recovery (substance, behavior, sexual, technology), and men’s issues.
I have many years of successful experience helping individuals and couples understand and break free from their recurring cycles of emotional pain and frustration. I work to dissolve the thoughts and behaviors that are causing you distress, while providing practical tools that empower you to become the person you aspire to be. I strive to provide a warm, safe, and nonjudgmental environment where you can feel safe talking about those things that are the most difficult to discuss.
(803) 590-9705 View (803) 590-9705
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Belinda “Lina” Rose Brucks
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
Columbia, SC 29205  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Hello! My name is Lina. I am a mom to 3 teens and a marriage veteran of 19 yrs from Texas. I have lived in South Carolina for 3 years where I have been pursuing a master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy with a specialization in systemic sex therapy. What is sex therapy? It is purely talk therapy. Most therapists address your mental health issues. Sex therapists address your mental health issues when they’re impacting, and being impacted by, your sexual functioning and relationships.
Hello! My name is Lina. I am a mom to 3 teens and a marriage veteran of 19 yrs from Texas. I have lived in South Carolina for 3 years where I have been pursuing a master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy with a specialization in systemic sex therapy. What is sex therapy? It is purely talk therapy. Most therapists address your mental health issues. Sex therapists address your mental health issues when they’re impacting, and being impacted by, your sexual functioning and relationships.
(803) 721-2691 View (803) 721-2691
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Cindy Cartee
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LAC, NBCC, CIRT, CBSPT
Verified Verified
Columbia, SC 29201  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
You may wonder how can Cindy Cartee help me? Help us? (VIDEOS AVAILABLE) www.ccarteecounseling.com. I will help you prepare (pre-marital), repair (affair recovery or reconnection due to other issues), enrich/enhance (re-romanticize) your relationships. I will help you understand why you fell in love with your partner, how to work through frustrations in your relationship, and how to reconnect and love more deeply. I work with individuals and couples dealing with a range of issues. I especially enjoy working with relationship issues. I love helping people feel more loved, whether that it is loving yourself or your partner.
You may wonder how can Cindy Cartee help me? Help us? (VIDEOS AVAILABLE) www.ccarteecounseling.com. I will help you prepare (pre-marital), repair (affair recovery or reconnection due to other issues), enrich/enhance (re-romanticize) your relationships. I will help you understand why you fell in love with your partner, how to work through frustrations in your relationship, and how to reconnect and love more deeply. I work with individuals and couples dealing with a range of issues. I especially enjoy working with relationship issues. I love helping people feel more loved, whether that it is loving yourself or your partner.
(864) 613-5126 View (864) 613-5126
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Gene E Wagstaff
Verified Verified
Columbia, SC 29201
In marriage the most often presented issues is two people who love each other who do not feel loved by each other and because of hurts and wounds are no longer to communicate with each other without it turning into an argument and therefore you live in silence or anger.
We are a counseling center with a team of both male and female counselors who can help you if you are suffering from depression, anger, OCD or addictions. We reconcile marriages that are headed towards divorce by: (1) Teaching husbands and wives how to communicate with each other without it leading to the same old argument. (2). Healing the hurts and wounds from the past that lead to the same old arguments. (3). Teaching husbands and wives how to love and meet each other's needs (to feel loved by each other). Visit our website at WOGCounseling.org for further understanding
In marriage the most often presented issues is two people who love each other who do not feel loved by each other and because of hurts and wounds are no longer to communicate with each other without it turning into an argument and therefore you live in silence or anger.
We are a counseling center with a team of both male and female counselors who can help you if you are suffering from depression, anger, OCD or addictions. We reconcile marriages that are headed towards divorce by: (1) Teaching husbands and wives how to communicate with each other without it leading to the same old argument. (2). Healing the hurts and wounds from the past that lead to the same old arguments. (3). Teaching husbands and wives how to love and meet each other's needs (to feel loved by each other). Visit our website at WOGCounseling.org for further understanding
(864) 606-3099 View (864) 606-3099
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Crystal H Berry
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbia, SC 29201  (Online Only)
My clients are often dealing with symptoms associated with trauma. This may include domestic violence, marital issues, life changes, and other events. They are depressed, anxious, and unsure of where to turn. With the aid of coping skills, knowledge, and self-awareness, these symptoms can be alleviated and allow you to be your most authentic self. Many clients have goals that they wish to achieve and I work with them to accomplish those goals. Through talk therapy and proven techniques, we can work together to address any issues you are experiencing.
My clients are often dealing with symptoms associated with trauma. This may include domestic violence, marital issues, life changes, and other events. They are depressed, anxious, and unsure of where to turn. With the aid of coping skills, knowledge, and self-awareness, these symptoms can be alleviated and allow you to be your most authentic self. Many clients have goals that they wish to achieve and I work with them to accomplish those goals. Through talk therapy and proven techniques, we can work together to address any issues you are experiencing.
(803) 525-1765 View (803) 525-1765
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Christopher B Briggman
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MRC, LCMHC, LPC, CRC, CVE
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Columbia, SC 29203  (Online Only)
I’ve worked with clients of all ages to address depression, anxiety, death, workplace stress, marriage stress, and parenting issues.
My ideal client is anyone who needs therapy or is looking for a new counselor to provide a fresh perspective on life. Based on my 11 years of experience, I am confident that counseling can provide any client with support and resources to handle their personal issues based on any aspect of mental health and/or their past problems, current issues, or future goals. My ideal client seeks to achieve balance in their professional and personal life. The ability to empathize is an innate trait that works best when serving my clients.
I’ve worked with clients of all ages to address depression, anxiety, death, workplace stress, marriage stress, and parenting issues.
My ideal client is anyone who needs therapy or is looking for a new counselor to provide a fresh perspective on life. Based on my 11 years of experience, I am confident that counseling can provide any client with support and resources to handle their personal issues based on any aspect of mental health and/or their past problems, current issues, or future goals. My ideal client seeks to achieve balance in their professional and personal life. The ability to empathize is an innate trait that works best when serving my clients.
(843) 594-0397 View (843) 594-0397
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Kiaya Demonbreun
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Columbia, SC 29201  (Online Only)
Hi there! I am here to provide you with the support and guidance needed as you navigate life's challenges that may leave you dealing with overwhelming emotions. Whether you are wanting to heal past wounds, improve interpersonal relationships, increase emotional regulation, or find yourself at a crossroads, please know you are not alone. I am committed to supporting you on your journey towards healing and cultivating your true authentic self. I believe that each person is the expert on themselves, and has unique strengths and resources that can be harnessed to overcome obstacles and achieve a more fulfilling life.
Hi there! I am here to provide you with the support and guidance needed as you navigate life's challenges that may leave you dealing with overwhelming emotions. Whether you are wanting to heal past wounds, improve interpersonal relationships, increase emotional regulation, or find yourself at a crossroads, please know you are not alone. I am committed to supporting you on your journey towards healing and cultivating your true authentic self. I believe that each person is the expert on themselves, and has unique strengths and resources that can be harnessed to overcome obstacles and achieve a more fulfilling life.
(803) 974-7248 View (803) 974-7248
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Larissa Trapp
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MMFT, LMFT-A
Verified Verified
Columbia, SC 29204
I work with individuals, couples and families to reach goals that benefits the individual and family unit. I believe that everyone has the ability to attain those goals. I utilize Solution Focused and Narrative Therapy approaches. My goal is to help people be more successful in their interpersonal relationships.
I work with individuals, couples and families to reach goals that benefits the individual and family unit. I believe that everyone has the ability to attain those goals. I utilize Solution Focused and Narrative Therapy approaches. My goal is to help people be more successful in their interpersonal relationships.
(803) 918-6822 View (803) 918-6822
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Tiffany Johnson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC, CCTP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Columbia, SC 29223  (Online Only)
Life can be very unpredictable. Things can get hectic, and you may need some help with sorting it all out. This is where I come in! I am skilled in the area of counseling, and I understand the gap between the client and resources. I am all about bridging the gap. I provide a safe, nonjudgmental environment, which allows you to freely express your emotions. My passion is working with individuals that experience anxiety, depression and trauma. I have several years of experience working with children, adolescence, veterans and families.
Life can be very unpredictable. Things can get hectic, and you may need some help with sorting it all out. This is where I come in! I am skilled in the area of counseling, and I understand the gap between the client and resources. I am all about bridging the gap. I provide a safe, nonjudgmental environment, which allows you to freely express your emotions. My passion is working with individuals that experience anxiety, depression and trauma. I have several years of experience working with children, adolescence, veterans and families.
(803) 962-8621 View (803) 962-8621
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Karla Castro Briseno
Marriage & Family Therapist, EdS, LMFT, LMFTS
Verified Verified
Columbia, SC 29204
Human beings are not born with a manual in their hands about how to face life; we just do the best we can. We try, we have questions, we look for answers, for change. But we often feel frustrated, angry, sad, and often, don’t know why? We search for happiness, but often don’t know where to find it. This is not an easy road, but I believe that we are resilient and capable of finding answers.
Human beings are not born with a manual in their hands about how to face life; we just do the best we can. We try, we have questions, we look for answers, for change. But we often feel frustrated, angry, sad, and often, don’t know why? We search for happiness, but often don’t know where to find it. This is not an easy road, but I believe that we are resilient and capable of finding answers.
(803) 918-6904 View (803) 918-6904
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Shambricka D. North
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-CP
Verified Verified
Columbia, SC 29209
I know that for many people the hardest part of therapy is picking up the phone to ask for help, I want to thank you for taking that first step. Choosing the right person to help is a very individual process, and time after time the best predictor of successful counseling or therapy has been shown to be the quality of the relationship between the therapist and the client. If you feel confident that my training, approach to therapy, and personality are the right match for you, we will discuss our options regarding treatment.
I know that for many people the hardest part of therapy is picking up the phone to ask for help, I want to thank you for taking that first step. Choosing the right person to help is a very individual process, and time after time the best predictor of successful counseling or therapy has been shown to be the quality of the relationship between the therapist and the client. If you feel confident that my training, approach to therapy, and personality are the right match for you, we will discuss our options regarding treatment.
(803) 258-5032 View (803) 258-5032
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Psychology Services Center
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Columbia, SC 29201
The Psychology Services Center (PSC) provides comprehensive quality mental health care including assessment and therapy services for adults, children, adolescents, families, and couples. We have a history of helping clients learn to cope with stress, depression, or anxiety, address their children's behavioral or learning difficulties, or improve communication and trust in their relationships. Across all of these treatment areas, our center values providing quality, outcome-oriented services that are based on the latest science, offered within a caring and collaborative atmosphere.
The Psychology Services Center (PSC) provides comprehensive quality mental health care including assessment and therapy services for adults, children, adolescents, families, and couples. We have a history of helping clients learn to cope with stress, depression, or anxiety, address their children's behavioral or learning difficulties, or improve communication and trust in their relationships. Across all of these treatment areas, our center values providing quality, outcome-oriented services that are based on the latest science, offered within a caring and collaborative atmosphere.
(803) 932-1458 View (803) 932-1458
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Abreia Epps
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Columbia, SC 29201
If you decided to start therapy today, and you feel that you are being heard for the first time. There is someone helping you understand your experiences, your hardship, your thoughts and your feelings. How different would you feel, and be? I focus on emotions, attachment, and experience and how it has affected your mental health. I work through emotions with my clients and help them find their sense of self, vulnerability, and emotional balance. I help individuals understand their experiences and feelings that they have, and I sit in those moments and process and grow with them.
If you decided to start therapy today, and you feel that you are being heard for the first time. There is someone helping you understand your experiences, your hardship, your thoughts and your feelings. How different would you feel, and be? I focus on emotions, attachment, and experience and how it has affected your mental health. I work through emotions with my clients and help them find their sense of self, vulnerability, and emotional balance. I help individuals understand their experiences and feelings that they have, and I sit in those moments and process and grow with them.
(803) 618-3634 View (803) 618-3634
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Emerge Therapy
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, LPCS, LAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbia, SC 29223
Thank you! I know it's no mistake you chose us. I, (Dr. Clay), believe that people are trying to emerge out of something or into something new and myself and the Emerge counselors are to help you achieve your goals for therapy. Emerging out of bad situation can be difficult without the right support and advice. You also need to learn how to heal from what you have emerged from and how to emerge into a new person or situation. Dr. Clay specializes in behavior modification for children 3 to 18, career counseling, depression, trauma, couples therapy and offers premarital sessions.
Thank you! I know it's no mistake you chose us. I, (Dr. Clay), believe that people are trying to emerge out of something or into something new and myself and the Emerge counselors are to help you achieve your goals for therapy. Emerging out of bad situation can be difficult without the right support and advice. You also need to learn how to heal from what you have emerged from and how to emerge into a new person or situation. Dr. Clay specializes in behavior modification for children 3 to 18, career counseling, depression, trauma, couples therapy and offers premarital sessions.
(803) 866-7954 x102 View (803) 866-7954 x102
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Asha D Purohit
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-CP, MSW, MPH
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbia, SC 29201
Waitlist for new clients
Emotions can be hard, life can be hard, dealing with trauma, depression and anxiety is hard, dealing with chronic pain is hard. So many things that we have to navigate in life can feel overwhelming and the struggle can feel unwinnable. You don’t have to do it alone! We can work together to make a plan for making sure you have the tools you need to deal with any situation that arises in life, the big and the small and everything in between. I am a compassionate understanding open minded person who approaches mental health treatment through a trauma informed lens.
Emotions can be hard, life can be hard, dealing with trauma, depression and anxiety is hard, dealing with chronic pain is hard. So many things that we have to navigate in life can feel overwhelming and the struggle can feel unwinnable. You don’t have to do it alone! We can work together to make a plan for making sure you have the tools you need to deal with any situation that arises in life, the big and the small and everything in between. I am a compassionate understanding open minded person who approaches mental health treatment through a trauma informed lens.
(803) 258-6499 View (803) 258-6499
Marriage Counseling Therapists

How does marriage counseling work?

Marriage counseling works by teaching couples concrete skills to communicate with one another and solve disagreements in healthy ways. A trained mental health professional works with both members of a couple to explore difficulties the couple may be having and helps them develop skills to address these matters. Couples who don’t have any difficulties but want to prepare for marriage may develop skills for the future.

How long does marriage counseling typically last?

Marriage counseling is a short-term form of therapy; the process may last between four and eight sessions. Other forms of relationship guidance from mental health professionals, such as couples therapy, are longer lasting, may focus on the past rather than just the present, and are tailored to the individual couple and their emotions, history, and patterns in the relationship. Couples therapy often lasts for 12 weeks or longer.

Is marriage counseling effective?

Marriage counseling helps many couples develop relationship skills that may not have been acquired or tested in a relationship; partners may be better able to communicate and address conflict following counseling. However, there are many different forms of marriage counseling, and this form of counseling does not have as strong an evidence base as other modalities such as couples therapy.

Is marriage counseling effective if only one partner wants to go?

Yes, marriage counseling can still be effective if one partner convinces the other to engage in the process. Of course, whether counseling is effective depends on the couple’s commitment to work on their relationship; however, the short-term, skills-based nature of marriage counseling makes it a relatively easy “ask” of a partner, and the hesitant individual may see its value once counseling begins.