Preteen Therapists in Greenville, SC

You don't have to do this alone. You put on that mask everyday and "fake it till you make it." You ignore the stuff of your past and present that keeps resurfacing. Imagine...just imagine, if you no longer had to fake it. Imagine...just imagine, if you no longer had to wear that mask. Healing IS possible, and you don't have to do it alone.

I am a passionate therapist with a love for working with children, adolescents and young adults. My goal in therapy is to help clients find their identity even with a new diagnosis and to teach them that they don't have to be controlled by their symptoms. Therapy is a wonderful resource if you are feeling lost, confused, unheard, defeated, worthless, hopeless or just stuck in life. Through therapy, I work not only with the client but also the family in order to find a resolution to problematic behaviors or improve overall parenting and communication skills with children.

I enjoy helping children and adolescents discover their potential and better understand and reduce the symptoms that brought them to therapy. We work collaboratively to learn new skills to apply to all areas of their lives as well as discovering a sense of peace. I work with parents to help find more effective parenting skills that lead to less anxiety, frustration, and anger about their children or their children's choices. Together, we can develop strategies to reduce household stress and work to implement these strategies in multiple personal areas.

An individual searching for a freeform therapy experience in an LGBTQ+ affirming space, focused on exploring trauma, developing coping skills, and exploring their potential would be a great fit for my therapy style!

Brian is a clinical professional with a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor designation and a stellar record of success in the mental health and addiction treatment space. He has over two decades of experience in guiding individuals and teams. In addition to family systems work, he specializes in teens/young adults and has extensive experience in helping individuals/couples of all ages with addictions and related coping skills, relationship and family conflicts, depression/mood instability, life transitions, trauma and abuse, and processing grief and loss. Brian completed his Master of Counseling Psychology.

I love my job. I look forward to working with each person who comes into my office. I begin our work by getting to know you, your story, your world; the things you want to change, improve or heal from help steer the journey. Exploring areas for growth and identifying strengths while building new skills is an ongoing process that I encourage. My goal is always to provide a safe space where you feel valued and heard so that you will be willing to step out of your comfort zone with me because this is where growth and healing can occur.

You want to help and support your child. You've read all the parenting articles and parenting blogs but feel stuck. Perhaps your child has gone through an unspeakable trauma and you also feel lost trying to navigate life. Or maybe you are at your breaking point with your child's behavior and you think, "What am I doing wrong? Something has to change, but how?" PERHAPS you yourself need support as you manage to be the caregiver to everyone but yourself. You are starting to realize your past is impacting your present. You carry with you baggage that you know you should deal with, but instead stuff it inside hoping it will close.

After 25+ years working as a clinical psychologist, business owner, and mediator, I am even more enthusiastic and delighted to go about my work than when I first began. Helping people of all ages as they learn to make decisions, handle stress, control emotions, advance their careers, and acquire loving relationships is a privilege and is what I am called to do. I care about your outcome and seek to be a trusted professional advisor and resource to you, both immediately and whenever you need me in years to come. Together we can transform your relationships, health, and career to get you safely through the toughest times. CALL NOW!

You've tried therapy before but it wasn't helpful; it was painful to stir up the past and difficult to put words to overwhelming emotions. You're ready to find freedom from unhealthy habits or relationships, but feel stuck. You're searching for something new, and are ready to put yourself first. Art therapy can support you differently, to help bring calmness and clarity to your thoughts and feelings. You’re tired of wearing a proverbial mask pretending everything is fine. You’re ready to get your life back in balance. It takes courage to ask for support, especially when you're used to handling everything on your own.

Are you or a loved one struggling and need help navigating through this difficult time? I have 20+ years of experience working with children, teenagers, and adults who are struggling with issues related to relationship challenges, depression, anxiety, ADHD, family conflict, parenting, foster care, adoption, sexual abuse, and life transitions. Are you concerned about your child's self-esteem, mood, level of anxiety, relationships, or behavior? As a parent of 4, I understand that parenting a child in today's world is complex. I will join with your family to help guide you through this challenging time.

Going to marriage counseling or couples therapy can be an intimidating process, so I work to create an environment which is comfortable, non-judgmental, and safe for you to be yourself. I am passionate about meeting those who are willing to take the first step to deepen relationships with their partners, spouses, or within other relationships. I have experience working with young adults, adolescents, children, adults, and families. I am trained in various treatment modalities including Gottman Method Couples Therapy.

Carl Rogers stated, "The curious paradox is that when I accept myself just as I am, then I can change." You may feel overcome with a lack of control over your own emotions or actions, or maybe you feel at a loss for how to support your child while continuing to form a strong and healthy relationship. I strive to help you or your child work towards authenticity while learning to effectively explore and cope with strong emotions and develop positive communication skills. I am confident in the power of cultivating these vital skills at an early age and empowering caregivers to encourage continued growth.

For a moment, consider life as a roller coaster. When you are waiting in line, life may move slowly or you may feel stuck. Other times, you may be thrown for a scary loop and have difficulty hanging on or managing the various twists and curves. I am committed to joining you for the ride, providing a safe and nurturing environment, assisting you as you set and reach goals, and being your biggest cheerleader as you create meaningful change and positive health. I also believe in teaching and mentoring, and therefore have 2 counselors in training that are available to help too with a significant sliding fee scale rate.

My work is shaped by my training and experience. I specialize in adults and adolescents/pre-teens who suffer with OCD and anxiety disorders such as panic attacks, hair pulling, skin picking, general/social anxiety, agoraphobia, and other phobias. While OCD/anxiety is my primary specialty, it often occurs with other issues such as depression, life changes/transitions, like divorce, pregnancy, work or school, all of which can be difficult to face without help. When we suffer from anxiety based issues, we can often miss or lose the joy that is present in our lives. I am here to help you get your life back from the grips of OCD/anxiety.

Looking for a therapist can be scary when you already feel hurt, confused, stuck or hopeless. Some of the questions you may ask are; is it possible to feel better? Will this pain and confusion ever end? Can I truly heal from old wounds? The answer is a resounding yes! Lets work together to begin the process of healing, and find solutions that work best for you. You have already taken the first step!

I appreciate that you are seeking to make yourself the very best you can be. Often the first step is often the hardest, and I hope that I can be someone that can help you along your counseling journey. I enjoy working with adults, children, adolescents, and families that are seeking help with life transitional adjustments, critical illness, coping support, grief/loss, and anxiety. My focus is to build on the strengths and coping of each individual and to provide support and encouragement throughout their counseling experience.

Nancy Drouse is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in South Carolina who has been practicing since 1999. She has a BA in Psychology from Penn State University and an MA in Marriage & Family Therapy from Northcentral University. Therapy is all about making changes, and Nancy wants to assist others to make positive and meaningful changes in their lives! She is here to be your co-pilot as you navigate a new path towards contentment. Along the way, Nancy will use humor and empowerment as tools to guide you. Outside of work, Nancy is a soccer mom and wife, and a dog mom!.

Accepting new clients! I have immediate openings, telehealth only. You deserve to be happy, to be confident, to be loved, to be seen and so much more! Sometimes we can believe these things for others but have trouble believing them for ourselves. As your therapist, I want to help you reach the place where you can see yourself as who you truly are - deserving of your best life. Your circumstances don't define you, your past experiences/hardships need not restrain you, and your past trauma doesn't have to control you. There is hope in your healing and I am confident your worth and value supersedes anything trying to hold you back.

Life can become especially difficult at times, to the point that your best efforts are not making a difference. Your point of concern may be with mental health, relationship or family, job or career, marriage, athletic performance, or spiritual life. You need more than pat answers. What you want is the opportunity to be heard in a safe, confidential place. What you long for is to be understood, and to discover what will help bring about improvement, restoration, and transformation.