Therapists in Mount Pleasant, SC
Jeannie Harrell
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPCA
Verified Verified
Mount Pleasant, SC 29464
This has been such a difficult year, with so much sadness, fear, and uncertainty. Even people who have never experienced symptoms of depression and anxiety before may feel as if they're teetering on the edge. For those who have struggled in the past, it may all seem overwhelming. Therapy can help. Talking about your thoughts, feelings, and worries can lighten the burden and help life feel more manageable again. Often that happens within just a few sessions, or sometimes it can take longer. You’ll know what will be most helpful for you.
This has been such a difficult year, with so much sadness, fear, and uncertainty. Even people who have never experienced symptoms of depression and anxiety before may feel as if they're teetering on the edge. For those who have struggled in the past, it may all seem overwhelming. Therapy can help. Talking about your thoughts, feelings, and worries can lighten the burden and help life feel more manageable again. Often that happens within just a few sessions, or sometimes it can take longer. You’ll know what will be most helpful for you.
Lori Hogeman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-CP
Verified Verified
Mount Pleasant, SC 29466
Lori’s goals in treatment are to help individuals learn healthy and adaptive coping strategies and skills. Lori is proficient in the adherent protocol of DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy) and has received intensive training in DBT through Behavioral Tech (the original program created by Marsha Linehan). She has also completed training in Prolonged Exposure-DBT for trauma (DBT-PE) for clients who desire to manage intense emotions over past traumas.
Lori’s goals in treatment are to help individuals learn healthy and adaptive coping strategies and skills. Lori is proficient in the adherent protocol of DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy) and has received intensive training in DBT through Behavioral Tech (the original program created by Marsha Linehan). She has also completed training in Prolonged Exposure-DBT for trauma (DBT-PE) for clients who desire to manage intense emotions over past traumas.
Jillian Tuso
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Mount Pleasant, SC 29464
Dr. Jillian Tuso, PhD Dr. Jillian Tuso is a Psychologist in South Carolina who has been practicing since 2021. She earned her doctoral degree from the University of Oregon and completed her pre-doctoral training at Johns Hopkins School of Medicine's Kennedy Krieger Institute. Dr. Tuso has also specialized in developmental medicine through two fellowships, first at Harvard School of Medicine at Boston Children's Hospital and then at the Medical University of South Carolina. Dr. Tuso provides early identification, diagnostic assessment, and treatment services for children with autism and developmental disabilities.
Dr. Jillian Tuso, PhD Dr. Jillian Tuso is a Psychologist in South Carolina who has been practicing since 2021. She earned her doctoral degree from the University of Oregon and completed her pre-doctoral training at Johns Hopkins School of Medicine's Kennedy Krieger Institute. Dr. Tuso has also specialized in developmental medicine through two fellowships, first at Harvard School of Medicine at Boston Children's Hospital and then at the Medical University of South Carolina. Dr. Tuso provides early identification, diagnostic assessment, and treatment services for children with autism and developmental disabilities.
Tara Cothran
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, ADC, LPC-SC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Mount Pleasant, SC 29464
Do you struggle with depression and/or anxiety, and need a safe place to help process your current triggers? Are your struggles resulting in poor eating habits, substance use, family/relational dysfunction, and body image issues? Have you experienced trauma recently, or in the past, and are finally ready to move through it? Do you want both acceptance and empathy, as well as proven interventions to help move you towards your goals and improve your wellbeing? If any of this resonates with you, you have come to the right place. It is my goal to empower you to see the decisions in your life that make the most sense for you.
Do you struggle with depression and/or anxiety, and need a safe place to help process your current triggers? Are your struggles resulting in poor eating habits, substance use, family/relational dysfunction, and body image issues? Have you experienced trauma recently, or in the past, and are finally ready to move through it? Do you want both acceptance and empathy, as well as proven interventions to help move you towards your goals and improve your wellbeing? If any of this resonates with you, you have come to the right place. It is my goal to empower you to see the decisions in your life that make the most sense for you.
Viktoriya Magid
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mount Pleasant, SC 29464
For more than 15 years, Dr. Magid has been helping adults, adolescents, families, and couples to reach their full potential by guiding them past the barriers that are preventing them from living their most meaningful and authentic lives.
For more than 15 years, Dr. Magid has been helping adults, adolescents, families, and couples to reach their full potential by guiding them past the barriers that are preventing them from living their most meaningful and authentic lives.
Ari-Elle West
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Mount Pleasant, SC 29464
Ari West, LPC Ari West is a Licensed Professional Counselor in South Carolina who has been practicing since 2020. She has a Masters of Education in Counselor Education with a Concentration in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Ari practices from both a person-centered and systemic approach, assisting clients with better understanding their relationships and connection to the world while also offering a safe and empathic environment. In her spare time, Ari enjoys riding horses and loving on all her fur babies, and traveling with the people she cares about most.
Ari West, LPC Ari West is a Licensed Professional Counselor in South Carolina who has been practicing since 2020. She has a Masters of Education in Counselor Education with a Concentration in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Ari practices from both a person-centered and systemic approach, assisting clients with better understanding their relationships and connection to the world while also offering a safe and empathic environment. In her spare time, Ari enjoys riding horses and loving on all her fur babies, and traveling with the people she cares about most.
Kasia Ciszewski
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, NCC, BSP
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Mount Pleasant, SC 29464
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Whether you're a business owner, single parent, married, divorced or a student, all you want is a life without conflict and pain. A life that you can control. You're tired of feeling overwhelmed and exhausted. The endless thoughts of hopelessness, failure, loneliness, and rejection continue to flood your mind as your anxiety rises. You have one good day, but then, that anxious feeling comes back again. Let's stop hiding from our hurt selves and start healing.
Whether you're a business owner, single parent, married, divorced or a student, all you want is a life without conflict and pain. A life that you can control. You're tired of feeling overwhelmed and exhausted. The endless thoughts of hopelessness, failure, loneliness, and rejection continue to flood your mind as your anxiety rises. You have one good day, but then, that anxious feeling comes back again. Let's stop hiding from our hurt selves and start healing.
Derek Toth
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-CP
Verified Verified
Mount Pleasant, SC 29466
I have worked over twenty four years working with children and families to achieve a healthy life. Do you have school stress? Are social situations are hard to handle? Do you have anger and you're not sure why? Do you have problems communicating at home with family members? My approaches are focused on finding the strategies and solutions needed for the change you would like to see and be. I will help you recognize and identify those thoughts, feelings and behaviors that seem to be controlling your moments, hours or your days.
I have worked over twenty four years working with children and families to achieve a healthy life. Do you have school stress? Are social situations are hard to handle? Do you have anger and you're not sure why? Do you have problems communicating at home with family members? My approaches are focused on finding the strategies and solutions needed for the change you would like to see and be. I will help you recognize and identify those thoughts, feelings and behaviors that seem to be controlling your moments, hours or your days.
Cody McGinnis
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Mount Pleasant, SC 29464
Dr. McGinnis practices an integrative approach to therapy, recognizing that client needs often evolve as treatment progresses. He aims for collaboration in the therapy space, working with clients to address the immediate here-and-now, explore the past and underlying unconscious motivations, and begin making steps towards finding fulfillment and meaning in the future. Dr. McGinnis provides treatment designed to facilitate change and positive growth in clients suffering from wide ranging issues, including depression, trauma, anxiety, relationship struggles, communication difficulties, work stressors, and phase of life challenges.
Dr. McGinnis practices an integrative approach to therapy, recognizing that client needs often evolve as treatment progresses. He aims for collaboration in the therapy space, working with clients to address the immediate here-and-now, explore the past and underlying unconscious motivations, and begin making steps towards finding fulfillment and meaning in the future. Dr. McGinnis provides treatment designed to facilitate change and positive growth in clients suffering from wide ranging issues, including depression, trauma, anxiety, relationship struggles, communication difficulties, work stressors, and phase of life challenges.
Eleanor Haspel-Portner
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Mount Pleasant, SC 29466
Are you at an important crossroad in your life? Has your marriage/relationship lost its luster? Learn the skills of Imago Dialogue to rekindle your love and feel the joy of love in your life again. I effectively blend therapies so you'll get results. When you focus on connecting with your inner wisdom and knowing, you achieve balance in all areas of your life with a sense of conscious fulfillment that turns your dreams into reality. Achieve your goals and thrive. Change your choices, change your life. Call me now: (310) 403-4347.
Are you at an important crossroad in your life? Has your marriage/relationship lost its luster? Learn the skills of Imago Dialogue to rekindle your love and feel the joy of love in your life again. I effectively blend therapies so you'll get results. When you focus on connecting with your inner wisdom and knowing, you achieve balance in all areas of your life with a sense of conscious fulfillment that turns your dreams into reality. Achieve your goals and thrive. Change your choices, change your life. Call me now: (310) 403-4347.
Cassandra Wink
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Mount Pleasant, SC 29464
Welcome! Let me tell you a little about myself, my experience, and my approach to counseling. I truly love what I do and I enjoy connecting with people on a level of compassion and acceptance. I am a firm believer of bucket lists, beach days, and trusting intuition. My practice areas include anxiety, anger, depression, OCD, self-esteem, and adjustment issues. I am also dedicated to support postpartum women navigating the complexities of motherhood including their changes with identity, body, relationships, and overall mental health.
Welcome! Let me tell you a little about myself, my experience, and my approach to counseling. I truly love what I do and I enjoy connecting with people on a level of compassion and acceptance. I am a firm believer of bucket lists, beach days, and trusting intuition. My practice areas include anxiety, anger, depression, OCD, self-esteem, and adjustment issues. I am also dedicated to support postpartum women navigating the complexities of motherhood including their changes with identity, body, relationships, and overall mental health.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-CP
Verified Verified
Mount Pleasant, SC 29466 (Online Only)
Hello, my name is Beth Ringel and I am a Licensed Independent Social Worker-Clinical Practice or LISW-CP in South Carolina. I have a Bachelor Degree in Psychology and a Master Degree in Social Work or MSW from the University of Cincinnati in Ohio. I have over 10 years of experience successfully providing counseling to a wide variety of ages with many different issues, needs, and goals. I am proficient in the use of several therapeutic techniques but tailor it to the situation. I am an unbiased listener partnering with you to accomplish your goals and to solve the problems you bring into our therapeutic alliance.
Hello, my name is Beth Ringel and I am a Licensed Independent Social Worker-Clinical Practice or LISW-CP in South Carolina. I have a Bachelor Degree in Psychology and a Master Degree in Social Work or MSW from the University of Cincinnati in Ohio. I have over 10 years of experience successfully providing counseling to a wide variety of ages with many different issues, needs, and goals. I am proficient in the use of several therapeutic techniques but tailor it to the situation. I am an unbiased listener partnering with you to accomplish your goals and to solve the problems you bring into our therapeutic alliance.
Amy Bennington Buist
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd+30, LPC
Verified Verified
Mount Pleasant, SC 29464
Welcome. Unfortunately, we are not often taught how to process emotions healthily, nor are we given the skills to help facilitate this. My unique approach includes cognitive-behavioral therapy and providing actionable skills that clients can use right away. Paired with my strength-based expertise in working with teens and adults, I feel I have a unique approach that helps clients identify and build on their strengths, clarify their purpose if so desired, and then work to build a skill set that allows them to handle challenges that come their way. Thus, allowing for reduced stress, improved relationships, and a more fulfilled life.
Welcome. Unfortunately, we are not often taught how to process emotions healthily, nor are we given the skills to help facilitate this. My unique approach includes cognitive-behavioral therapy and providing actionable skills that clients can use right away. Paired with my strength-based expertise in working with teens and adults, I feel I have a unique approach that helps clients identify and build on their strengths, clarify their purpose if so desired, and then work to build a skill set that allows them to handle challenges that come their way. Thus, allowing for reduced stress, improved relationships, and a more fulfilled life.
Kinsey Cameron
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW-CP
Verified Verified
Mount Pleasant, SC 29464
Hi, my name is Kinsey! I firmly believe that every person is doing the very best they can at any given moment with the knowledge and skills they have at the time, and until we know better, we can’t expect ourselves to do better. Thus, it is my belief that we are all capable of learning and implementing healthier, more effective ways of doing things, and I want to be there to guide you through the process of becoming the very best version of yourself. Throughout the years I have worked in multiple different treatment settings which has offered me a great deal of experience in the clinical field.
Hi, my name is Kinsey! I firmly believe that every person is doing the very best they can at any given moment with the knowledge and skills they have at the time, and until we know better, we can’t expect ourselves to do better. Thus, it is my belief that we are all capable of learning and implementing healthier, more effective ways of doing things, and I want to be there to guide you through the process of becoming the very best version of yourself. Throughout the years I have worked in multiple different treatment settings which has offered me a great deal of experience in the clinical field.
Christi Solomon Zerega
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA, IINHC
Verified Verified
Mount Pleasant, SC 29464
As the founder of Aware Counseling, I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified Co-Parenting Counselor, Parent Coordinator, and New Ways for Families Counselor. I specialize in working with high-conflict family systems-, custody-, and parenting-related issues and provide therapeutic and forensic services primarily through court ordered and/or court related appointments. I work within a multi-modal treatment team providing treatment for parent-child contact problems.
As the founder of Aware Counseling, I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified Co-Parenting Counselor, Parent Coordinator, and New Ways for Families Counselor. I specialize in working with high-conflict family systems-, custody-, and parenting-related issues and provide therapeutic and forensic services primarily through court ordered and/or court related appointments. I work within a multi-modal treatment team providing treatment for parent-child contact problems.
Ryan Horn
Licensed Professional Counselor, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Mount Pleasant, SC 29464 (Online Only)
Although I have specialized in trauma treatment over the past few years, I have had the privilege of helping clients with stress and anxiety, depression, grief and loss, self-esteem, relationship problems, and life transitions. My goal is to connect with clients and create a comfortable and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment.
Although I have specialized in trauma treatment over the past few years, I have had the privilege of helping clients with stress and anxiety, depression, grief and loss, self-esteem, relationship problems, and life transitions. My goal is to connect with clients and create a comfortable and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment.
Alexis Pudlo
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Mount Pleasant, SC 29464
Hello there – I'm Alexis, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I know relationships can be hard, and I work to help you repair and find deeper and more fulfilling connections with your loved ones. Do you feel as though you and your partner are living on two separate planets or speaking different languages? Navigating the ups and downs of a relationship can be tough, that is why I help individuals and couples learn how to communicate and enjoy life together as a team.
Hello there – I'm Alexis, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I know relationships can be hard, and I work to help you repair and find deeper and more fulfilling connections with your loved ones. Do you feel as though you and your partner are living on two separate planets or speaking different languages? Navigating the ups and downs of a relationship can be tough, that is why I help individuals and couples learn how to communicate and enjoy life together as a team.
Jessica Rudofski
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MS, LPCA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Mount Pleasant, SC 29464
Seeking help can be overwhelming, and even terrifying. Maybe you had a bad experience in the past, or maybe you never thought therapy would be for you. Regardless of what brought you to this point, I'm here for you. Reaching out is the first step. Let me help you take it from there. My scope of practice reaches beyond the counseling office, to provide practical solutions to real life challenges. I believe that you are the expert on your experiences, and I am here to support, and facilitate growth.
Seeking help can be overwhelming, and even terrifying. Maybe you had a bad experience in the past, or maybe you never thought therapy would be for you. Regardless of what brought you to this point, I'm here for you. Reaching out is the first step. Let me help you take it from there. My scope of practice reaches beyond the counseling office, to provide practical solutions to real life challenges. I believe that you are the expert on your experiences, and I am here to support, and facilitate growth.
Rebekah Boss
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Mount Pleasant, SC 29464
Therapy is a tool that helps us to identify when our past is influencing how we see, feel, or respond to the present moment. Our emotional history plays a huge role in our present lives. It impacts our thoughts, feelings, behaviors, and creates the patterns we fall into. It shapes the partners be become and the partners we pick. It becomes a weight we carry into our future. Life is a winding road full of MANY transitions. I believe the space a therapist holds should provide a consistent, nonjudgmental, and protected space to unpack what you are carrying.
Therapy is a tool that helps us to identify when our past is influencing how we see, feel, or respond to the present moment. Our emotional history plays a huge role in our present lives. It impacts our thoughts, feelings, behaviors, and creates the patterns we fall into. It shapes the partners be become and the partners we pick. It becomes a weight we carry into our future. Life is a winding road full of MANY transitions. I believe the space a therapist holds should provide a consistent, nonjudgmental, and protected space to unpack what you are carrying.
Christine Reece
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Mount Pleasant, SC 29466
Accepting New Clients - Let’s make a change together! I work with teens, young adults, and adults who are dealing with anxiety, depression, stress, parenting, and school/work/relationship struggles, and provide support through difficult situations like divorce, abuse, or the loss of a loved one. I offer a safe, non-judgmental space to meet you wherever you are on your healing journey. Working with my clients to set goals and put strategies in place to reach those goals, is a key component of my counseling.
Accepting New Clients - Let’s make a change together! I work with teens, young adults, and adults who are dealing with anxiety, depression, stress, parenting, and school/work/relationship struggles, and provide support through difficult situations like divorce, abuse, or the loss of a loved one. I offer a safe, non-judgmental space to meet you wherever you are on your healing journey. Working with my clients to set goals and put strategies in place to reach those goals, is a key component of my counseling.
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Number of Therapists in Mount Pleasant, SC
400+
Average cost per session
$140
Therapists in Mount Pleasant, SC who prioritize treating:
92% | Anxiety |
88% | Depression |
75% | Relationship Issues |
73% | Self Esteem |
71% | Coping Skills |
67% | Stress |
65% | Life Transitions |
Average years in practice
11 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
72% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
54% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
52% | Aetna |
How Therapists in Mount Pleasant, SC see their clients
79% | In Person and Online | |
21% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
84% | Female | |
15% | Male | |
1% | Non-Binary |
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How can I find a therapist in Mount Pleasant?
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.