Mental Health Therapy in South Carolina

Therapists in South Carolina

Debbie Maxwell

Debbie Maxwell

Cayce, South Carolina - Licensed Professional Counselor
Online
In Person

Debbie Maxwell is a Licensed Professional Counselor, providing both online and in-person sessions. Services include therapy for teen & preteen (11 - 18), adults (18+), and seniors (65+). Debbie is in-network with insurance providers including Aetna, Behavioral Health Systems, and BlueCross BlueShield. Get in touch to see how therapy can fit your goals and schedule.

Courtney Howard

Courtney Howard

Greenville, South Carolina - Clinical Social Worker
Online

Courtney Howard is a Clinical Social Worker and Therapist based in Greenville, South Carolina. She practices online only from Branch of Hope Counseling, LLC. She works with individuals and families of all ages, and accepts some insurance plans along with self-pay.  Education and Experience Courtney boasts more than 13 years of experience and graduated with a Master of Social Work from the University of South Carolina. Her experience working with kids, teens, and families spans various settings and has embodied a holistic approach to therapy. When requested by clients, she is also willing to incorporate faith-based elements that draw from her own core faith and values. Therapeutic Specialities Courtney specializes in supporting clients struggling with anxiety, life transitions, trauma, and PTSD. Her core methods are evidence-based while maintaining a holistic perspective that recognizes the importance of addressing the emotional, mental, physical, and spiritual elements of well-being. Her online practice allows for flexibility without limiting the scope of her practice. Some of the therapeutic methods she uses include Christian counseling, attachment based techniques, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) therapy.

Melissa Miller

Columbia, South Carolina - Psychologist
Online
In Person

Melissa Miller is a Psychologist, providing both online and in-person sessions. Services include therapy for teen & preteen (11 - 18) and adults (18+). Melissa is in-network with insurance providers including Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, and Carelon Behavioral Health. Get in touch to see how therapy can fit your goals and schedule.

Kristen Ezsol

Kristen Ezsol

Charleston, South Carolina - Licensed Professional Counselor
Online
In Person

Kristen Ezsol is a Licensed Professional Counselor, providing both online and in-person sessions. Services include therapy for teen & preteen (11 - 18) and adults (18+). Kristen has experience working with Bisexual People, Gay People, Lesbians, Queer People, Racial Justice Advocates, and Transgender People. They also have experience working with Christian clients and provide faith-sensitive care while welcoming people of all backgrounds. They accept American Express, Cash, and Check, and may offer sliding scale payment options to help with the cost of treatment. Get in touch to see how therapy can fit your goals and schedule.

Kirsten Davis

Kirsten Davis

Fort Mill, South Carolina - Licensed Professional Counselor
Online
In Person

Kirsten Davis is a Licensed Professional Counselor, providing both online and in-person sessions. Services include therapy for adults (18+). Kirsten is in-network with insurance providers including Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, and Cigna. They accept American Express, Cash, and Discover. Get in touch to see how therapy can fit your goals and schedule.

Julie Risher

Julie Risher

Rock Hill, South Carolina - Licensed Professional Counselor
Online
In Person

Julie Risher is a Licensed Professional Counselor, providing both online and in-person sessions. Services include therapy for teen & preteen (11 - 18), adults (18+), and seniors (65+). Julie is in-network with insurance providers including Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, and Carelon Behavioral Health. Get in touch to see how therapy can fit your goals and schedule.

Thearica Bright-Mickle

Thearica Bright-Mickle

Summerville, South Carolina
Online
In Person

Thearica Bright-Mickle is a mental health professional, providing both online and in-person sessions. Services include therapy for teen & preteen (11 - 18), adults (18+), and seniors (65+). Thearica is in-network with insurance providers including Aetna, Cigna, and Optum. Get in touch to see how therapy can fit your goals and schedule.

Stacy Lawrence

Mount Pleasant, South Carolina - Licensed Professional Counselor
Online
In Person

Stacy Lawrence is a Licensed Professional Counselor, providing both online and in-person sessions. Services include therapy for teen & preteen (11 - 18) and adults (18+). Stacy has experience working with Aviation Professionals and Queer People. They accept American Express, Cash, and Check. Get in touch to see how therapy can fit your goals and schedule.

Linda A Bachman

Linda A Bachman

Myrtle Beach, South Carolina - Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Online
In Person

Linda A Bachman is a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, providing both online and in-person sessions. Services include therapy for adults (18+) and seniors (65+). Linda A is in-network with insurance providers including Aetna, Behavioral Health Systems, and BlueCross BlueShield. Get in touch to see how therapy can fit your goals and schedule.

Derosset Myers

Columbia, South Carolina - Psychologist
Online
In Person

Derosset Myers is a Psychologist, providing both online and in-person sessions. Services include therapy for adults (18+) and seniors (65+). Derosset is in-network with insurance providers including Aetna, Behavioral Health Systems, and BlueCross BlueShield. Get in touch to see how therapy can fit your goals and schedule.

Mental Health in South Carolina

According to Mental Health America of Spartanburg County, South Carolina ranks 25th in the nation for prevalence of mental illness among adults. It also comes in at 49th in terms of access to care.

The Palmetto State has seen an increase in mental health needs over the past three to five years, as reported by the SC State Health Assessment Companion Report. This is especially the case in rural areas, which were hit hard with unemployment during and after the COVID-19 pandemic.

Increasing access to care has become a top priority across the state, as more than 25% SC counties are still seeking expert-level clinicians, including general psychiatrists and psychologists, to add to their teams. In fact, 43 of the 46 counties in the state are designated as “shortage areas” for mental health professionals.

Forward-facing solutions, including telehealth initiatives and unique partnerships between primary care providers and behavioral healthcare managers, are slowly turning the tide, making mental healthcare more affordable and accessible for all.

43 out of 46

South Carolina counties designated as shortage areas for mental health professionals

More than 25%

Counties that are seeking expert-level clinicians

49th

South Carolina ranks #49 in access to mental health care

Free Mental Health Resources in South Carolina

The National Alliance on Mental Illness in South Carolina is an organization that provides support, education, and advocacy for individuals and their families impacted by mental illness. It offers support groups across the state, training for peer-to-peer group facilitation, and a helpline to answer questions.
Vantage Point Foundation’s Veterans Pushing Forward program helps vets and their spouses bridge the gap between military service and civilian life. Their courses are free of charge and include veterans leadership and spouse/partner courses as well as general support including employment assistance, clinical coordination, and case management.
Provide Services for
Men Women Seniors Veterans Disability Depression PTSD Anxiety Grief Substance Abuse
Lowcountry LGBTQ+ Pride Group works to promote the visibility of the LBGTQ+ community. They offer weekly support groups, social events, yearly Pride Festivals and other special events. As well, they help individuals to access other support resources such as People Living with HIV or the National Center for Transgender Equality.
Provide Services for
Teens & Students BIPOC LGBTQ Men Women Disability
The Harriet Hancock Center Foundation is an organization that provides programs supporting members of the LGBTQ+ community. Their onsite programming is peer led and creates a place for people to be their authentic selves. They host social events and provide educational opportunities such as Queer Prom and Youth OUTLOUD.
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Teens & Students BIPOC LGBTQ Men Women Seniors Disability
The South Carolina Department of Mental Health offers a broad range of mental health services for adults, children and families across the state. Services include inpatient and outpatient services, assessments, case management, counseling and other psychiatric treatments. Individuals will not be turned away for inability to pay.
SCDMH Deaf Services is the nation’s leader in providing mental health services for Deaf and Hard of Hearing people and their loved ones. Their mental health professionals are fluent in American Sign Language (ASL) and Signed English and provide specialized mental health services.
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Men Women Disability
The Anderson-Oconee-Pickens South Carolina Mental Health Center provides outpatient mental health consultation for adults, children and families impacted by mental illness and emotional disorders. They work with their clients to develop individualized treatment plans that include individual, group and family therapy and community focused counseling, training and education.
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Teens & Students Men Women Veterans Disability
The Charleston Dorchester Mental Health Center offers a broad variety of mental health services for children, adolescents, adults and families in Charleston and Dorchester counties. This includes emergency and stabilization services, outpatient therapy, medication clinics, case management and school based services.
Emory Healthcare Veterans Program provides a two-week IOP program for vets who are experiencing post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), traumatic brain injury (TBI), military sexual trauma (MST), anxiety and depression. There is no cost for eligible post 9/11 vets and service members living anywhere in the U.S.
Provide Services for
Men Women Seniors Veterans Disability Depression PTSD Anxiety Grief Substance Abuse
Hope Connects You offers help to parents of children with mental or behavioral health issues. Parents complete an online questionnaire which is reviewed by mental health professionals, based on the results they will offer guidance, support and information on how to access services in their area.
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Teens & Students Men Women
South Carolina Equality is an organization that serves to advance civil rights and social justice for members of the LGBTQ+ community. They offer a variety of programs including transAction, GSA Network, Faith in Equality, Voter Mobilization, Litigation Task Force and Disarm Hate.
Provide Services for
Teens & Students BIPOC LGBTQ Men Women Seniors Disability
The Medical University of South Carolina has an online source where individuals can search for services in their country. These include domestic violence services, emergency housing, food banks, free medical clinics, support groups, medication assistance, mental health and substance abuse services and social service agencies.
Provide Services for
Women
The Columbia Area Mental Health Center is an outpatient facility of the South Carolina Department of Mental Health and serves residents of Richland and Fairfield counties. Their clinic based outpatient services include individual, group and family therapy, psychiatric medical assessments and nursing services. For children, they offer school based services.
Access Health, an affiliate of the Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System, screens every patient for behavioral health needs. When indicated they will refer individuals to private counselors or partners at Spartanburg Area Mental Health, The Forrester Center for Behavioral Health and Emerge Family Therapy to get the behavioral healthcare they need.
Lexington County Community Mental Health Center offers South Carolina residents outpatient mental healthcare that promotes recovery. As well they have emergency services where individuals can walk in during business hours or call and speak with on call crisis counselors.

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