Carolina Forest Counselors.

Depression, Anxiety, Grief, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, Conduct Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, Adjustment Disorder, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder and Schizophrenia. She uses a variety of therapeutic approaches/techniques on a individual basis driven by the client. She holds a Clinical Trauma Therapist Certification, has a Certificate in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and a Certificate in Mindfulness for kids and teens with ADHD, trauma, anxiety and emotional regulation. She also used play therapy approaches to assist in with children (adults too) to feel less pressured and stressed throughout session.
SPECIALTIES: Narcissistic Abuse Recovery, PTSD, ADHD, Mood Disorders.

She has experience with substance use disorders, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and bipolar. Nicole has experience with medication assisted treatments, group therapy, intensive outpatient therapy as well as mindfulness and meditation. She uses her mixed approach to meet each client where they are in their journey with compassion and validations as well as giving each person hope for success in their goals.

developing a deep faith-based approach inspired her educational journey.

She received her Doctorate of Christian Education degree from All Nations Bible College & Seminary in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, a Master of Arts degree in Counseling from Webster University in St. Louis, Missouri, a Master of Education degree in Guidance Counseling from South Carolina State University and also earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Social Work from South Carolina State University in Orangeburg, South Carolina.

In addition, she has over 25 years of experience in the field with an extensive background in advanced mental health and school-based counseling, substance abuse and family therapy as well as the treatment of various psychiatric disorders.

She specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of trauma-based syndromes (Post-traumatic Stress Disorder, Borderline Personality Disorder, Dissociative Disorders) and marital separation and divorce using traditional psychotherapy with a practical, problem-solving approach that creates a dynamic and efficient path for change and problem resolution.

psychology with an extensive base of empirical knowledge for treating mental and behavioral health problems. This has equipped him to assess, diagnose and treat severe forms of psychopathology. He has experience working in a variety of settings including substance abuse clinics, acute inpatient psychiatric hospitals and outpatient counseling, and has experience in individual, couples, and group therapy. He has worked with a diverse population of clients from adolescents to geriatrics and has experience treating disorders ranging from depression and anxiety to bipolar disorder, personality disorders, gender/LGBTQ issues, ADHD, and grief.

She has expertise in women’s issues, bereavement, grief, trauma, life transitions, anxiety and alcohol or substance use disorders.
SPECIALTIES: Women’s Issues. Anxiety Disorders.

to healing through compassion and empathetic listening and understanding. Her expertise focuses on life adjustments and stressors, grief and loss experiences, and emotional consequences of anxiety and depression.
Julie has gained experience as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the field of Hospice for over eleven years providing bereavement and grief therapy to both individuals and in a group setting. Her therapeutic approach depends on the clients’ goals and needs. She has found the practice of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness based practices, and Evidence based counseling strategies to be therapeutic.

University. She enjoys helping clients of all ages and uses various therapeutic techniques tailored to the individual client’s needs. She specializes in depression, anxiety, abuse, anger management, and more!

working as an outpatient therapist since 2018. She uses a client centered strengths-based approach with all populations she serves. Emily believes in building a therapeutic trusting relationship through open communication, compassion, and respect. She has experience working with depression, anxiety, PTSD, ADHD, and trauma. She uses a mixed approach with clients including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Mindfulness training, and play therapy.