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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.

different settings with a variety of populations since 2016, including group homes, intensive outpatient services and non-profit organizations. Mallory is passionate about working with children, adolescents, and young adults to provide personalized, evidence-based treatment to each individual client. Mallory assists individuals with anxiety, depression, trauma, eating disorders, body image issues as well as many other mental and emotional needs. Mallory utilizes an eclectic approach derived from Person-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy as well as Motivational Interviewing. She can also offer a faith perspective for those interested. Mallory strives to provide you with a safe and welcoming environment where healing can begin.

and has previously held licenses in Virginia, Maryland and South Dakota. She earned her Master of Science degree in Counseling and Art Therapy from Eastern Virginia Medical School in Norfolk, VA and has Bachelor of Arts degrees in Psychology and Studio Art from St. Olaf College in Northfield, MN.

Amanda specializes in Art and Sandtray Therapy, but also has extensive training in cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, mindfulness, acceptance and commitment therapy, aggression replacement training, and more. She utilizes a client-centered and individualized approach, working together with clients and families to find the best mode of treatment for them to be successful in reaching their goals.

She has extensive training and experience working with members of the LGBTQ community, with a specific focus on helping transgender clients through the transition process. Neurodivergency is another specialty area and she is a Certified Autism Spectrum Disorder Clinical Specialist and ADHD Certified Clinical Services Provider. She also specializes in mindfulness and stress management and has published research on using visual journaling for stress reduction in the Arts in Psychotherapy.

She is experienced in helping clients with difficulties such as: anxiety, depression, ADHD, autism, trauma, bipolar disorder, fetal alcohol syndrome, substance abuse, anger management, social skills, and more. She has developed many group curriculums and has provided psychosocial groups for children and adolescents in areas such as anger management, social skills, self-esteem, and attention and focus. She has experience working within the school and juvenile justice systems.

Arts in Mental Health Counseling from Webster University in 2015. Tara has spent over a decade in the field of counseling, treating various age groups and disorders, but has found a passion for working with adolescents, teens, and the LGBTQ+ community. She uses an eclectic, person-centered approach to therapy, including elements of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Rational Emotive Behavioral therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, among others. Tara aims to build a solid therapeutic rapport with clients to help them become comfortable in the discomfort of growth and change. In her free time, Tara is a powerlifting referee and athlete, and enjoys volunteering at powerlifting meets.

Certified Counselor (NCC), a Board Certified TeleMental Health Specialist (BC-TMH), a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP), and a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of South Carolina.

Erin has extensive experience working with both domestic and international survivors of sex trafficking, individuals affected by sexual trauma, and clients experiencing a range of mental health disorders, including bipolar disorder, depression, and anxiety. In the summer of 2019, she co-led trauma-focused training sessions for staff at anti-sex trafficking nonprofits in Southeast Asia.

Her expertise has also been recognized through speaking engagements, including serving as a guest speaker and panelist at Charleston Southern University’s Musicians’ Health and Safety Seminar in February 2020, and the Mental Health Youth Summit in Myrtle Beach in 2023.

life’s challenges. He has worked as a clinician in Massachusetts, New Mexico, and South Carolina, bringing broad experience and insight to his practice. Bruce helps clients feel understood and supported in a warm, collaborative, and engaging environment.

He integrates evidence-based approaches Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), tailoring strategies to each client’s needs. His style, often infused with gentle humor, creates a safe space for growth and healing. Bruce is beginning to incorporate EMDR services in his practice. Bruce works with clients navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, major life transitions, and is experienced in working with the LGBTQ+ community. Bruce has a special interest in working with people who have neurodiversity for personal and familial reasons.

offering a sophisticated, client-centered approach to therapy for adolescents and adults. She works with individuals navigating anxiety, high-functioning stress, life transitions, and relationship challenges—often supporting those who appear “put together” on the outside but feel overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected internally. Lauren earned her Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Bradley University and holds a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and English from the University of Colorado Boulder.

Lauren’s approach is grounded in meeting clients exactly where they are, while gently guiding them toward greater clarity, balance, and fulfillment. Her style is warm, attuned, and intentional—creating a space that feels both supportive and quietly transformative. She values depth, authenticity, and insight, helping clients move beyond surface-level coping and into meaningful, lasting change.

Integrating Motivational Interviewing and narrative therapy with evidence-based modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Lauren offers a tailored and thoughtful therapeutic experience. Her background in crisis intervention allows her to remain steady and grounded, even in high-pressure or emotionally intense situations, while helping clients develop resilience, emotional regulation, and a stronger sense of self.

Lauren has a particular passion for working with adolescents and young adults who are navigating identity development, relationship dynamics, and the internal pressures that often accompany periods of growth and transition. She also supports clients experiencing anxiety, stress, self-esteem challenges, and emotional dysregulation, with a focus on helping them feel more aligned, confident, and present in their lives.

Lauren provides a discreet, nonjudgmental space where clients can step away from external expectations and reconnect with themselves. Her goal is to help each client cultivate a life that feels not only manageable, but deeply fulfilling and aligned with who they are.