Murrells Inlet Counselors.

Webster’s University with a Masters in Clinical Counseling. He has been working with a variety of populations since 2016, such as children and adults with depression, anger, anxiety, substance issues, marital problems and behavioral issues. He has also worked with children and vulnerable adult victims of abuse and neglect, as well as PTSD victims from the military, police and firefighters. Austin has worked in a number of different environments such as group homes, schools, state mental health, psychiatric treatment residential facilities and private practice. Through experience and growth from the environments, education and populations he is well versed in individual, family, couple and group therapy.

change behavior, improve mood, or cope with difficult situations. Ms. Payne is also enjoys providing supervision to other social workers who are working towards higher licensure.

Tricia holds a master’s degree in social work from the University of Wisconsin Milwaukee in addition to two years of post-masters supervised experience at The Healing Center, part of the Aurora Hospital system, where she treated adults who had a history of trauma that included sexual assault. She continues to receive updated training to remain competent in the treatment of PTSD and trauma.

As a clinical social worker, she is available for assessment, evaluation, counseling, interventions and prevention of mental illness, addiction, emotional, or behavioral disturbances while maintaining focus on patient-centered care. In her free time Tricia finds peace and renewal at the beach where she surfs and spends time with loved ones. She is a dessert first type of personality who is always looking for the joy that goes along with life and with healing.

of health, mental health and aging. Colleen also obtained her gerontology certificate during her MSW work.

Colleen is passionate about working with people. Her experience includes working on home care assessments involving diagnosis, medication review and care planning, using Client-Centered therapy, along with other therapeutic modalities.

Karrie’s experience includes working with children, and adolescents; Providing school-based therapy, and play therapy to children and adolescents, and working with adults in a variety of settings providing Psychoeducation, Motivational Interviewing, Solution Focused Therapy, and Trauma Focused CBT.

for over 20 years. Young adult and adult populations, as well as athletes, ranging from high school level to nationally ranked athletes, have been her specialty. These populations have included issues ranging from grief, anxiety, injury, trauma, life transitions and depression to performance psychology.

Her therapeutic philosophy is based on a constructivist approach. This approach views each person’s life as a story, in which that person should be the main character in the book of their life. Using this approach allows the therapist to meet the client at whatever chapter the person is in. Past problematic chapters can be addressed and edited, as they arise. The therapeutic goal is to make the current and future chapters look similar to how the client envisions them. By providing a safe, non-judgmental environment, the client’s responsibility is to be as honest and
accurate as they are able. This relationship allows us to examine how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors interact—modifying those components; hence, the story.

In Donna’s therapy sessions you will find that you are the expert on you and she is the professional regarding the therapeutic process. As a team, you create therapeutic goals and control the pace at which therapy and change take place. Using appropriate humor and interventions that pull from cognitive behavior therapy, trauma informed therapy, feminist therapy, and dialectical behavior therapy, you are an integral part of the change you desire.

loves fishing, the ocean, and all things outdoors. She also has 3 adult children and two spoiled dogs!

Denise came to counseling by way of a career teaching children, from
preschool to high school. In the classroom, she often found teens talked to her about the challenges they faced at home, in their relationships, and in finding their
identity. She is passionate about encouraging every person, child or adult, and
helping them gain awareness of their strengths and being present as they face their difficult moments.

Denise is a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate under the supervision of Samantha Waters LPCS. Her modalities in therapy lean on the eclectic side as she believes every individual is unique. Specifically, she employs motivational interviewing, schema therapy, person-centered approaches, and solution-focused therapy.

relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, sexuality issues, career issues, couples, veterans issues, and Borderline Personality Disorder. I also helped many people who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse. My counseling style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating anyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I also believe in being very frank and honest with my clients. I am that therapist that will challenge you and you will never be bored or underwhelmed while in session with me. My approach utilizes cognitive-behavioral, Dialectical Behavioral, solution focused, brief, and narrative therapy. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek for a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. If you are ready to take that step I am here to support and empower you. If for whatever reason you feel that I am not a good match for you, be assured that I will make every effort to find you that connection. I look forward to working with you!

She has a deep commitment to supporting individuals and families while understanding their unique experiences and incorporating a strength-based approach. Kenia strives to build healthy and trusting relationships while empowering those she works with to develop resilience, heal from past trauma, and build the skills necessary to thrive in their daily lives. Kenia has gained valuable experience through a variety of roles including community engagement, interning with a school social worker within a high school and working at a Boys and Girls Club as well as with foster care children and their families. Through working with children and adolescents, Kenia has developed a strong passion for helping the youth population navigate through the complexities of today’s world and pressures.

State University of New York at Buffalo. Her experience includes providing mental health services to individuals whose ages range from late adolescence to seniors. Maureen brings experience, compassion, and dedication to help her clients cope with and address interpersonal difficulties, behavioral issues including alcohol and drug problems, self-image issues, depression, anxiety, grief and loss issues as well as chronic mental illness including schizophrenia and bipolar disorder.
Specialties: Depression, Grief and loss, Adult Survivors of Trauma, Life transitions, Self-Image Issues and Behavioral Issues.

social work from a strengths-based approach working with adults and the geriatric population to achieve personalized desired outcomes. Most of her experience is in the areas of Anxiety, Depression, Grief, and Adult Life transitions. She developed her clinical skills working in end-of-life care and an acute psychiatric inpatient facility. June offers several therapeutic approaches but specializes in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.

mental health field for more than 20 years and has worked with adults, seniors and children and adolescents. She enjoys providing therapy for individuals, groups, couples and families. Her background includes crisis intervention, co-occurring disorders, CSID debriefing, Trauma work, domestic violence, and addictions. Kim works from an eclectic approach so that therapy is tailored to everyone’s needs, and likes to work with individuals utilizing motivational interviewing, solution-focused therapy, trauma focused CBT and DBT including mindfulness. Each client is an integral part of their treatment and will work collaboratively to map out a plan to reach identified goals.

Tina holds advanced degrees in Social Work from
Washington University in St. Louis and Conflict Management from Kennesaw State University which she uses to create task centered therapeutic strategies for diverse populations.

Tina works with a wide range of mental health concerns, including Anxiety, Depression, Post Traumatic Stress, Attention/Focus Disorders, and relationship issues. Tina fosters positive outcomes such as improved emotional regulation, healthier relationships, and increased coping skills to better manage life. She does this by offering a curious, holistic and client-centered approach that combines evidence-based interventions like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused-CBT, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Family Therapy, tailored to each client’s unique needs. She also offers Christian-based therapy for clients seeking a faith- integrated approach to healing.

Tina’s approach is both empathetic and results-driven, creating a safe, supportive environment for clients to explore and overcome challenges. Tina’s personable nature, along with her appropriate sense of humor creates an environment
where clients can feel heard, understood, and empowered on their journey to healing. Tina under the supervision of Tricia Payne, LISW-CPS would love to work with you.