Mental Health Therapy in Lexington

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Melanie Hendricks

Lexington, South Carolina - Clinical Social Worker/therapist
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Hi and welcome to BetterHelp! I am a licensed clinical social worker (LISW-CP, or Licensed Independent Social Worker-Clinical Practice, in the state of South Carolina) and a member of the Academy of Certified Social Workers. I have over twenty years of experience working extensively in outpatient mental health settings providing services to children, adolescents, families, and adults who are experiencing a wide range of mental health issues from adjustment disorders to serious and persistent mental illness. I also have significant experience and expertise in the areas of intimacy problems and sexual disorders; it is my belief that every adult has a right to a fulfilling and healthy sex life, and as such, it is a crucial component of our identities that may be discounted or overlooked in assessments of our emotional and physical well-being. I have worked successfully with individuals experiencing many types of these particular concerns, from compulsive sexual behavior and pornography addiction to painful intercourse and sexual dissatisfaction. I am a Fellow of the Association for the Treatment of Sexual Abusers, an international organization aimed at prevention of sexual abuse and the treatment of/research on those who abuse. With me, you will find no judgment or awkward pauses about whatever issues you are experiencing! Additionally, I have worked with countless survivors of sexual abuse and other traumas and am a nationally rostered trauma clinician; I have significant experience working with those managing PTSD, depression, and relationship/intimacy issues as a result of past sexual trauma or interpersonal violence. With my diverse clinical background and easy-going but caring, concerned, and direct style, I am confident that no matter what is troubling you, we can work together to ensure you become your best self! Although I utilize a variety of approaches depending on the issues and needs of those with whom I am working, I tend to rely most on two core theoretical frameworks. I often approach therapy from a cognitive-behavioral perspective, which entails (to put it simply) looking at thoughts and feelings and how they result in behaviors. When experiencing difficulty in your life, it is very likely that underlying faulty core beliefs are keeping you from achieving the emotional health and stability you desire; therefore, we will work on reframing and restructuring your negative thoughts and patterns into more positive, adaptive ones. In addition, I utilize a systems approach in conceptualizing your issues; in doing so, we will look at your role in each of the systems in which you interact to facilitate change. By gaining insight into the system of overlapping and intertwining relationships (i.e., the systems) in your life, you will reach a better understanding of your patterns of behavior and how to change those that are not working for you. No matter how we approach your identified needs, know that I am very passionate about my work helping others and it is my goal to provide you a therapy experience where you will feel heard, respected, and valued. Your feedback is crucial to our therapeutic relationship and remember, you are the key to your own success! I simply am going to help you open the door. I look forward to exploring the ways in which I can assist you in attaining your goals. Let’s get started today—you can do this!! And I’ll be with you every step of the way.

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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.
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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.
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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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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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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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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.
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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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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.
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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.
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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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