Lauren Adcock, LPC (she/her):

Location: Telehealth for SC residents

Email: laurenadcocklpc@gmail.com

Specialties: Life Transitions, Self-Esteem Issues, Premarital & Couples Counseling, LGBTQIA+ Affirmative Therapy, Abortion Grief and/or Trauma, Religious Trauma

"One of my favorite parts about being a therapist is seeing people find the freedom to be themselves. Wherever you find yourself in that process, I look forward to seeing you build confidence and find peace to create the life you want. I moved to Charleston in spring of 2020 with my partner and our three pets. I have loved being closer to the water, good food, and the huge vibrant LGBTQ+ community. I expected the first two, while the third was a delightful surprise! I specialize in gender exploration and identity development, and enjoy working with transgender individuals, as well as with their partners as they navigate change."

Amanda Cosby, MA, LPC-A (she/her):

Location: Telehealth appointments for Columbia and Charleston, SC residents

Email: info@jadecounselingandwellness.com

Phone: 843-619-7973

Website: https://www.jadecounselingandwellness.com/

"Hey! I'm Amanda. I understand that the journey towards self-discovery and self-acceptance can be challenging, and I am here to help you navigate through these obstacles. As a therapist inside the LGBTQ+ community, working with me can be powerful in giving you the space to share and explore your truth. I will accept your most authentic self. My goal is to create a non-judgmental and inclusive environment where you can feel comfortable expressing yourself. Together, we can work towards building a happier, healthier, and more fulfilling future. My focus is trauma specifically within the LGBTQIA+ community as well as interpersonal issues, relationship conflict, alternative relationships, exploring sexuality, and gender affirming care."

Sam Diamond, LPC (she/her):

Location: West Ashley and via Telehealth for Individuals in SC.

To schedule with Sam, please email her or use her online scheduler on her website

Email: harborsidecounselingchs@gmail.com

Website: https://www.harborsidecounselingchs.com/

Specialties: LGBTQ+ Concerns, Life Transitions, Anxiety, Identity/Role Issues

"I specialize in working with folx with gender dysphoria, sexuality or gender related concerns, anxiety and mood disorders, and life transitions. My background in counseling is in college-aged (17-25) mental health, so I am familiar with the challenges of identity exploration and the helpful and unhelpful ways that we may try to cope. I am experienced in treating a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, substance use, and family of origin issues."

Megan Smith Goettsches LPC-A, ADC-IP, MA³ (she/her):

Location: Charleston, SC and via telehealth for SC residents

Website: https://withyoutherapy.clientsecure.me/?mld=180b483c8ec254-09bd3db0e4302c-4c647e5c-100200-180b483c8ed8c9#home

Specialties: Emotional Disturbance, Behavioral Issues, Personality Disorder, Mood Disorders, Addiction, Substance Use, LGBTQIA+, Gender Identity, Transgender Issues, Kink/Diverse Sexualities, Open Relationships/Polyamory, Trauma, Body Image Disorders, Codependency, Suicidal Ideation, Sports Performance, Self-Harming, Self Esteem, Grief, Existential Crisis, Attachment Issues, Cultural and Systemic Oppression, Women's Issues, Life Transitions

George Goldston, LMFT (he/him):

Location: Telehealth for Clients in SC, NC, OR, WA.

Phone: 843-900-6880

Email: contact@therapywithgeorge.com

Website: www.acceptancewellness.com

Specialties: LGBTQ+, Anxiety, ADHD, Relational Conflict

"I’ve walked a day in your shoes. I’ve had had my own experiences with homophobia, anxiety, attention problems and relationship conflict.

Throughout the years, I’ve gotten overwhelmed and tired from social anxiety, miscommunications in my relationships, dealing with homophobic people, and forgetting what I was focusing on all the time.

What made the difference is learning tools, techniques and new perspectives that helped me have better communication, less anxiety, better focus, and acceptance of myself. And now I’d like to share these with you.

I realized if I did nothing to change things, I would continue to struggle, suffer and ultimately miss out on living a fully authentic life.

I’m now living a hopeful and authentic life. I want you to have that too."

STEPHANIE GORE, MS, NCC, LPC, CRC, CAMS-III:

Email: Stephanie@optimisticsolutionscounseling.org

Location: West Ashley, SC and via Telehealht for Inviduals in SC.

Specialties: ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Autism, Behavioral Modification, Bereavement, Depression, LGBTQIA affirming therapy, transgender, stress management

SARAH HARBIN-COLEMAN, LPC (SHE/HER):

Location: Park Circle Counseling: Telehealth for Individuals in SC.

Email: parkcirclecounseling@gmail.com

Website: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/sarah-n-harbin-coleman-north-charleston-sc/454188

Specialties: LGBTQIAP Individuals, particularly trans* folx, people with religious backgrounds, and those with ADHD

Accepted Insurances: United Health Care and Blue Cross Blue Shield

Abigail Harmon, LPC-A (She/her):

Location: Labyrinth Counseling: West Ashley, SC and Telehealth for Individuals in SC.

Website: https://www.labyrinth-counseling.com

Contact Information: abigail@labyrinth-counseling.com, 843-212-7061

Specialties: I specialize in working with religious trauma in the queer community, queer identity, as well as general issues like anxiety, depression, and life transitions. I have a background in theological studies, and have a specific passion for helping the queer community find healing from adverse religious messaging and spiritual abuse.

Insurance: I do not accept insurance at this time and can provide a superbill for potential reimbursement.

"Abigail is a local therapist (MS, LPCA #8787) and founder of Labyrinth Counseling. She has a background in theological studies, and uses a variety of integrative therapeutic approaches while always keeping the goals and strengths of the client in mind in a collaborative style. She is an affirming member of the queer community and a member of the Climate Psychology Alliance of North America for climate-aware therapists. Her goal as a therapist is fostering a relationship built on trust and safety where you feel accepted, supported, and challenged to grow and heal in lasting and foundational ways."

MIKAYLA HARPER, LPC (SHE/HER):

Location: James Island and via Telehealth for Individuals in SC.

Website: https://mindfulislandcounseling.com

Specialties: Trauma & Adjustment, Autism Services, Depression & Anxiety, Behavioral Problems

Accepted Insurances: Blue Cross Blue Shield, Optum/UHC, SC Medicaid, Select Health

EMILY HOWARD, LPC-A (SHE/HER):

Location: North Charleston, SC or via Telehealth for individuals in SC.

Phone: 843-298-3506

Website: https://www.therapy-studios.com/therapists

Specialties: Gender, Sexuality

Katelin Kammerer, LPC (she/her):

Location: Telehealth for individuals in SC.

Phone: (843) 937-1934

Email: lowcountrylotuscounseling@gmail.com

Website: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/katelin-kammerer-mount-pleasant-sc/881041

Specialties: Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Adjustment Challenges/ Life Transitions, Self- esteem, Emotion Regulation, Interpersonal Effectiveness (i.e., setting boundaries, strengthening communication skills, etc), Family Conflict

"I specialize in working with teens and young adults. I have a strong background in cognitive behavioral therapy but tend to take a more eclectic and collaborative approach in order to tailor the therapy experience to each specific client’s needs and goals. I am here to offer a safe space that is filled with genuine compassion and empathy. It is my goal that you always feel seen and heard in the therapy room. Together, we can discover what it is that you need in order to cope with difficult experiences, heal from past or present trauma, and grow into exactly the person you want to be."

Sarah Leitner, LPC with Coastal DBT (she/her):

Location: Telehealth for SC residents

Website: www.coastaldbt.com

Phone: 803-525-4085

Specialties: Trauma, PTSD, Testing and Evaluation, Boarderline Personality Disorder

Accepted Insurances: Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, and Cigna

Bio: "DBT, EMDR and Psychological Assessment are my jam! Struggling with overwhelming emotions? Depression? Anxiety? BPD? Addiction? Trauma? School Difficulties? Think your child may need an IEP? I provide the following with no wait list: 1. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) - works when other therapies have failed. DBT provides a life worth living! 2. Trauma therapy using Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR). 3. Psychological assessment. 4. School related testing and assessment. This helps when ADHD is suspected or a student is having difficulty with school. I am an intensively trained DBT therapist trained through Behavioral Tech Institute, Marsha Linehan’s organization. Along with the rest of my team, we provide the full DBT program including individual therapy and group skills training for adolescents and adults. I have extensive training in EMDR as well, through the Institute for Creative Mindfulness."

Julie Mahoney, LPC (she/her) child and family therapist at A Secure Base, LLC:

Please contact Julie to set up a 30 minute free consultation before scheduling your first session.

Mention We Are Family when scheduling with Julie!

Location: Johns Island or via Telehealth for Individuals in SC.

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Phone: 952-922-2912

Specialties: Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Co-parenting, Children (3+) Counseling, LGBTQ+ Affirmative Therapy, Behavioral Issues, Trauma

Previous Experience: Human Rights Campaign DC Time to Thrive and Welcoming Schools program 2018

Insurance: Blue Cross Blue Shield

Hannah Miller, NCC, LPCA with The Play Therapy Center of Charleston (she/her):

Location: Mount Pleasant, SC and via telehealth for SC residents.

Website: www.playtherapychs.com and www.counselingchs.com

Email: hannahgervaismiller@gmail.com

Phone: 843-822-9879

Specialties: Hannah sees both children and adults, specializing in work young children using Client-Centered Play-Therapy. She works with all ages struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, emotional dysregulation, LGBT+ issues, and identity work.

"Emotions are an inevitable and invaluable part of the human experience. We all experience the breadth and depth of human emotions, and how we regulate, cope, and grow is dictated by our past experiences in relationship with others. I want to meet you where you are, and provide a warm empathic space for exploration of these experiences and coping mechanisms that don't seem to be working any more. My goal is to help you better understand yourself and your experiences, to equip you with the knowledge and emotional awareness to live a life that feels authentic and fulfilling.

The Counseling and Play Therapy Center of Charleston is an empathetic, open, and accepting environment for ALL people of all backgrounds and circumstances. We are honored to partner with individuals, children, and parents to cultivate compassion, knowledge, and courageous self exploration to live a more fullfilling life."

Eric Sullivan, LPC, LMFT at Proud Counseling (he/him):

Location: Telehealth for individual in SC and CA.

Website: www.proudcounseling.com

Email: eric@proudcounseling.com

Specialties: LGBTQ+ adults

"You’re LGBTQ+ and have your shit together (for the most part), but you want more. You're tired of feeling stuck and are over just day-dreaming about how things could be better without any actual progress. You value therapy as an essential part of your regular self-care (same here - love my therapist) and are here for the built-in support and accountability. You’re ready to push past fear and take action because you know you have the power to create positive change, and I can help you get there. Because as a proud gay person and certified LGBTQ+ therapist, I know that our community has limitless potential to live our best lives! I will help you clarify your goals, teach techniques to combat the worries that hold you back, and encourage you to go for what you want and deserve. We’ll also work through stuff from your past, celebrate your wins, and find achievable ways to reduce your stress so you can feel lighter and channel your energy toward things that bring you joy & fulfillment. The hardest part is taking the first step, but you are worthy of investing in yourself! And something tells me you’re awesome, so I’d love to meet you. When you’re ready-ish (bc “ready” is a myth), you can schedule your free consultation at proudcounseling.com to see if I’m a good fit to support your mental health glow-up. I look forward to connecting!"

Tracy Wright, MS, LPC (she/her):

Location: Services available in Charleston, SC or via Telehealth for individuals in SC.

Email: tracywrightcounseling@gmail.com

Website: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/tracy-wright-charleston-sc/369589?p=1

Specialties: Anxiety, Depression, Trauma

Rachael Yearick, LPC-A at Kindness Counseling (she/her):

Location: Services available via Telehealth for Individuals in SC.

Website: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/rachael-d-danforth-charleston-sc/766312

Specialties: Trauma, Religious Trauma, Grief, Depression, Anxiety, Internalized Homophobia, DBT, EMDR

Insurances Accepted: Medicaid, United, and BCBS