West Columbia Counselors.

and deserve acceptance without judgment or the preconceived notions of others. Utilizing an eclectic approach to counseling, Kym has experience working with all demographics, particularly adolescents, women, and families. She is trained in multiple evidence-based techniques to include Motivation Interviewing (M.I.), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) to assist clients with various challenges such as relationship concerns, self-esteem issues, trauma, and anxiety & depression disorders. Kym is committed to support each client with identifying their needs, goals, innate gifts, and strengths.

Rayniece specializes in working with children and adolescents but has experience in working with all age groups. She is certified in TF-CBT. She received her clinical training at Hampton PRTF and is licensed by the state of South Carolina as a Licensed Professional Counselor. Rayniece has a professional membership within American Counseling Association (ACA) and is a proud member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.

“My greatest reward as a therapist is helping my clients discover ways to make the changes in their lives that will allow them to look forward to the future with hope. I provide my clients with a warm, nonjudgmental environment to warrant that they have a safe place to explore the issues that may be preventing them from living the life they want. I allow my clients the setting they need to process their thoughts and emotions. I incorporate the techniques within the theories of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectal Behavior Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, and Play Therapy to ensure that each client’s unique needs are met.”

Modalities: CBT, TF-CBT, DBT, Play Therapy, Solution- Focused Therapy and Cognitive Processing Therapy

working with families, children, adolescents, and adults. I am trained in CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, TF-CBT, and Solutions Focused Therapy to assist my clients with healing and reaching personal goals. Maintaining a non judgemental, supportive, and guiding approach is crucial in being able to make a positive difference in the lives of my clients.

the state of South Carolina. While her experience in the counseling field has primarily been within medical settings, she has been able to learn to work with diverse populations, a variety of concerns, and view overall health in a holistic way. Though she has a lot of experience using modalities such as CBT, CPT, and DBT, Merlyn knows that counseling is not a “one size fits all” and enjoys being flexible to be able to meet the needs of her clients. Her beliefs when it comes to therapy is that change is a natural part of life and that everyone has the ability to change. Everyone needs support sometimes to learn coping skills, how to recognize and hone their strengths, and just feel seen and heard. Whether it is anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, or a life change, Merlyn hopes to be able to provide a non-judgmental welcoming space where the client feels safe to be vulnerable. She believes that all are welcome in the counseling space, but also recognizes the specific challenges that come with one’s unique identities and is mindful about these truths. Merlyn is honored to be able to walk alongside clients as they work towards healing and deepening their understanding of themselves and the world around them.

M.S. degrees in Applied Psychology and Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Walden University. I am trained in a variety of therapeutic modalities, including CBT, TF-CBT, DBT, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Emotionally Focused Therapy, among others.

I tailor my approach to fit your unique needs, whether you’re navigating a specific challenge, seeking personal growth, or wanting to explore other aspects of your life. My goal is to create a safe, welcoming space where you can feel free to be your authentic self. Taking the first step requires courage, and I’m here to support you throughout your journey!

your first steps on the journey of improvement. I am a licensed independent social worker (LISW-CP) and was educated at the University of South Carolina for both my undergraduate and graduate degrees. I have a background in inpatient/forensic psychiatry, as well as training and knowledge in many various treatment modalities. These allow me to blend them all in unique ways to structure treatment especially for you. I am happy to work with all populations, cultures and backgrounds in living a life worth living.