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As a compassionate, person-centered therapist with more than a decade of experience, I use evidence-based approaches to help you f...
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As a compassionate, person-centered therapist with more than a decade of experience, I use evidence-based approaches to help you feel understood, supported, and empowered as you heal, grow, and move toward your goals.
I am a licensed professional counselor (LPC)with 13 years of experience helping individuals navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and major life transitions. I take a compassionate, person-centered approach and strive to create a space where you feel understood, supported, and empowered as you begin your healing journey. I work with adults and adolescents, helping clients address emotional overwhelm, unresolved pain, and patterns that keep them feeling stuck or disconnected.
I earned my master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling from Regent University. I use cognitive behavioral therapy, trauma-informed care, mindfulness, and strengths-based approaches to tailor treatment to your needs, build coping skills, deepen insight, and support lasting wellness.
I believe healing grows through trust, clarity, and connection. My goal is to help you move forward with confidence and purpose. You can expect a supportive space to explore challenges and strengthen your resilience. If you're ready, I would be honored to walk with you toward growth.
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I empower and assist individuals and couples to navigate through life’s challenges—whether it's anxiety, depression, adjustment di...
I empower and assist individuals and couples to navigate through life’s challenges—whether it's anxiety, depression, adjustment disorders, or intimacy issues—creating a pathway towards greater fulfillment and well-being.
I am Tynese Vinson, and I bring over 20 years of experience as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I specialize in helping individuals and couples navigate anxiety, depression, adjustment disorders, and intimacy challenges. I create a compassionate and supportive space where clients can explore emotions, gain clarity, and develop coping strategies. My goal is to empower you to build resilience, foster healthier relationships, and move toward a more fulfilling life through tailored, holistic care.
I earned my Master’s in Social Work from Spaulding University and use my expertise in mental health and sex therapy to support healing. I focus on holistic care, offering practical strategies for managing anxiety, depression, and intimacy challenges, while promoting well-being and stronger connections.
I understand that seeking therapy can feel vulnerable, and I strive to provide a compassionate, non-judgmental space for exploration. I empathize with the struggles of anxiety, depression, and intimacy issues, and I encourage you to take the first step toward a healthier, more balanced life.
Many of us are just going through life with only the means of breathing and not living, but as a clinician, it is my duty to guide...
Many of us are just going through life with only the means of breathing and not living, but as a clinician, it is my duty to guide and assist people to help them mentally strive to their full potential.
Dr. Dalicia Watson is a Licensed Master Social Worker with over 6 years of experience. Dr. Watson began her social work career as a case manager at the Department of Social Services, working with abused and neglected children and adults. Dr. Watson had the opportunity to work with clients who suffered from depression and/or anxiety, victims of domestic violence, and clients with ADHD. Dr. Watson also has experience working with clients who experience grief, self-esteem, suicidal ideations, stress, and time management.
Dr. Watson's goal for all of her clients is to help them to maintain a mentally healthy and safe lifestyle. Dr. Watson allows the clients to be the experts in their sessions, which helps the clients be in charge of what they would like to fix and work on. She feels that having the clients as the experts helps the clients to see the growth within themselves.
Dr. Watson helps make therapy a safe space for clients to come and let it all out. Dr. Watson meets clients on their level and grows with the client as the client improves through treatment.
As a woman who has spent a long time learning how to claim my authentic self to empower my personal choices, I use my own loss, gr...
As a woman who has spent a long time learning how to claim my authentic self to empower my personal choices, I use my own loss, grief, and trauma, as well as life changes, to witness my clients' truth and courage to choose their transformation.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with 27 years of experience helping children, adults, couples, and families navigate depression, anxiety, grief, ADHD, post-traumatic stress disorder, and major life transitions. My goal is to provide compassionate and grounded support as clients explore their emotional patterns and rediscover their capacity for healing, growth, and connection in a safe, nonjudgmental space.
I earned a Master’s in Counseling from the University of South Carolina. I believe that healing begins with awareness and recognizing outdated coping mechanisms and learning new ways to respond that align with who you are today. My approach integrates cognitive behavioral therapy and eye movement desensitization and reprocessing.
I encourage clients to feel deeply without losing themselves in the process and to “feel everything, just don’t drown in it.” I believe healing is found in mindful presence, self-compassion, and consistency. I would be honored to walk beside you as you uncover your most authentic self and build a life rooted in strength, peace, and empowerment.
As a warm and compassionate therapist, my goal is to create a safe, supportive space where you can explore your experiences, gain ...
As a warm and compassionate therapist, my goal is to create a safe, supportive space where you can explore your experiences, gain insight, and develop lasting skills for change.
I am a licensed independent social worker–clinical practice (LISW-CP) with 52 years of experience supporting adults through anxiety, trauma, depression, aging-related concerns, relationship challenges, and life transitions. I provide telehealth counseling with a grounded, compassionate approach built over decades of work with diverse populations, including military veterans. I strive to help clients understand their emotional experiences and move toward meaningful, steady progress.
I earned my master's in social work from the University of South Carolina. My clinical background includes extensive training in cognitive behavioral therapy and certification in cognitive processing therapy for post-traumatic stress disorder. I also integrate strategies to help clients examine difficult situations and strengthen coping skills.
Whether you feel overwhelmed, stuck, or ready for a new perspective, I am here to help you move forward with clarity and confidence. Together, we can identify unhelpful patterns, build sustainable coping strategies, and support your emotional wellness. I invite you to schedule an appointment—I look forward to working with you.
As one who has experienced personal trauma, I have an authentic understanding of how we are impacted by painful life circumstances...
As one who has experienced personal trauma, I have an authentic understanding of how we are impacted by painful life circumstances and how building new life skills can empower us once again.
I am a licensed professional counselor (LPC) with 26 years of experience in the mental health field. I work with adults who are navigating trauma, anxiety, chronic worry, self-esteem concerns, and relationship challenges, including the impact of domestic abuse. My clinical background includes extensive experience helping clients understand relationship dynamics, recognize unhealthy patterns, and process trauma in a supportive and thoughtful way. I support clients who feel stuck in patterns of self-doubt, emotional distress, or unhealthy relationships and are seeking clarity, confidence, and healing.
I earned my master’s degree in mental health counseling from Bernard M. Baruch College. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and nonjudgmental, creating space for clients to explore their experiences at a pace that feels safe and empowering.
If you are looking for a supportive environment to work through emotional pain, gain insight, and move toward meaningful change, I offer a calm and respectful space where you can share openly, identify goals, and develop a plan that supports healing, growth, and healthier relationships. I invite you to reach out when you feel ready to begin.
I know how difficult life can be, and I have valuable skills to meet you where you are and help you move in the direction of the l...
I know how difficult life can be, and I have valuable skills to meet you where you are and help you move in the direction of the life you want to live.
I am a licensed professional counselor (LPC) with 4 years of experience in the mental health field. I work with adolescents and adults facing concerns such as depression, anxiety, trauma, OCD, self-esteem challenges, and identity-related stressors. My background includes experience in substance use treatment, where I supported individuals with complex and co-occurring concerns. I also have experience providing family and couples counseling focused on communication and conflict resolution. My therapeutic approach is person-centered and collaborative, recognizing you as the expert on your own life.
I earned my master’s degree in psychology with a concentration in clinical counseling from The Citadel. I utilize evidence-based approaches, including cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, trauma-focused interventions, eye movement desensitization and reprocessing, and motivational interviewing.
I strive to create a safe, supportive space where you feel heard, respected, and empowered. Whether you are seeking direction, clarity, or simply someone to walk alongside you during a difficult season, I am here to support your growth and healing. Together, we can work toward meaningful change that aligns with your values and goals, starting with taking the first step to schedule an appointment.
Seeking help for life’s challenges makes you powerful and can lead to personal growth....
Seeking help for life’s challenges makes you powerful and can lead to personal growth.
I am a licensed professional counselor (LPC) with 13 years of experience in the behavioral health field. I specialize in working with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, and trauma, and I have experience supporting children, adolescents, adults, veterans, and families. I strive to create a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard and understood as they navigate life’s challenges.
I earned my master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling from Webster University. I utilize cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, reality-based therapy, and psychoeducation. I tailor treatment to meet each client’s unique needs and remain attentive to symptoms and progress throughout the therapeutic process.
You deserve to feel seen, supported, and empowered in your healing journey. Therapy with me is centered on your goals, your experiences, and your growth. Together, we will work to build insight, strengthen coping skills, and move you toward meaningful and lasting change. You do not have to face this alone, and I am here to help.
As a mature woman of color who has experienced childhood sexual trauma, homelessness, and domestic violence, I have an authentic u...
As a mature woman of color who has experienced childhood sexual trauma, homelessness, and domestic violence, I have an authentic understanding of how we are impacted by painful life circumstances and how building new life skills can be empowering.
I am a licensed master social worker (LMSW) with 2 years of experience providing compassionate, client-centered care. I enjoy working with children, adolescents, adults, couples, families, and older adults as they navigate life challenges. Many of the clients I support experience anxiety, self-doubt, shame, and codependent patterns, often influenced by difficult or narcissistic relationships, and are seeking healthier coping skills to manage life stressors.
I earned my master’s degree in social work from the University of South Carolina. My therapeutic approach is trauma-informed and integrates cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused therapy to help clients break unhealthy patterns, strengthen emotional resilience, and reconnect with their sense of self-worth.
I provide a safe, supportive space where experiences are honored and your voice is truly heard. For clients who value spirituality, I offer the option to incorporate Christian principles into therapy. I welcome clients of all gender identities, sexual orientations, and cultural backgrounds, and I am here to support you on your path toward healing and growth.
Life in the face of trauma, depression, and anxiety can make a person feel as though they exist in the shadows. I hold a space whe...
Life in the face of trauma, depression, and anxiety can make a person feel as though they exist in the shadows. I hold a space where you will be truly seen, safe, and supported in your journey toward wholeness.
I’m a Licensed Independent Social Worker-Clinical Practice with 13 years of experience supporting adults, couples, and families as they navigate trauma, depression, and anxiety. Many of my clients come to me feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or unsure of how to move forward, and together we work toward clarity, understanding, and meaningful change.
I earned a Master’s in Social Work from Rutgers University. I use a client-centered and integrative approach to help clients rebuild confidence, strengthen relationships, and find lasting peace. My work focuses on uncovering patterns, healing emotional wounds, and fostering self-trust in a supportive and compassionate space.
I know how hard it can be to carry everything alone. You deserve the time and space to breathe, heal, and feel like yourself again. When you’re ready, let’s take the next step toward your peace together.
As a woman who has experienced many life challenges, adjustments, and losses, I understand the importance of therapy. My work cent...
As a woman who has experienced many life challenges, adjustments, and losses, I understand the importance of therapy. My work centers on balance, resilience, play, and self-exploration to see the whole person.
I am a Licensed Independent Social Worker - Clinical Practice with 21 years of experience supporting individuals on their path to healing and growth. I specialize in helping adults navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, and identity-related concerns, while creating a safe and affirming space for exploration and transformation. My work is grounded in compassion, authenticity, and empowerment, helping clients build resilience and reconnect with their inner strength.
I earned a Master’s in Social Work from Widener University. I use an integrative approach that blends cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and trauma-informed care to meet each client’s unique needs. My goal is to help clients gain insight, develop effective coping skills, and experience meaningful personal change.
I believe therapy is a collaborative journey where healing unfolds through self-discovery and connection. Together, we’ll explore challenges, identify strengths, and create a plan that supports your goals. Whether you’re seeking relief, clarity, or transformation, I’m here to walk beside you every step of the way.
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Sarah: My go-to approach for helping those seeking couples/marriage counseling is to find out what motivated them to make the initial appointment and to understand their individual and shared goals for therapy. I find great benefit in taking this a step further by looking more closely at the four foundations of a successful relationship: communication, friendship, intimacy, and shared values. During intake, or as a take-home exercise, both individuals will complete a short survey that we will go over together in the first session. I make sure to inform them that even if the scores are low, that does not mean they will fail — they are in counseling after all! We will look at the lower scores and practice communicating to their partner what they could be doing more/less of for that number to increase. I also enjoy providing individualized methods, practices, and tools to use outside of the office. I will also explore their attachment styles together, with the shared goal of forming a secure attachment with healthy communication, respect, and enjoying spending time with their partner.
Ebony: My go-to approach for helping people in couples/marriage counseling is establishing boundaries within communication to process your partner’s thoughts and feelings to inappropriate reactions and comments. I find the best benefit in establishing boundaries because it helps partners establish foundations to address disagreements and resolve issues that occur.
Sarah: I teach clients “communication 101,” where we practice active listening and asking clarifying questions to our partner. Too often we mind-read, make assumptions, and react or respond to our partner as if our interpretation was fact. I also enjoy teaching partners how to be on the same “team,” parenting skills, reconnection, and how to validate our partner's feelings even when we do not agree. My 24-hour rule to build trust is also often used. This is where one person can call the other out for shutting down, or for being too reactive during a “hot topic” conversation. The partners will agree to table the conversation for now but choose an exact time (i.e. 3:30 pm) that is within 24 hours. Anxious-attached partners will be happy that this will be addressed the next day, avoidant-attached partners will be happy that they have more time to think about what to say, and things will inevitably be calmer at that time. This is also a simple way to build trust when both partners show up at the agreed-upon time.
Ebony: I teach the following tools in couples/marriage counseling:
Sarah: I know that a client is making meaningful progress in couples/marriage counseling when they are able to share how they have been using therapy tools at home and are able to compliment their partner on the progress they have seen in them as well. I look for my clients to validate their partner's opinions and feelings respectfully, even if they do not agree. I observe the clients being more kind to one another and reporting back on good memories/quality time being prioritized again. The best couples are those that can problem solve together, without combat.
Ebony: I know a client is making meaningful progress in couples/marriage counseling when there are more small gestures of appreciation within the day-to-day routine to decrease stressors for their partner and/or increase motivation.
Sarah: Clients can supplement their time in couples/marriage counseling with individual therapy. Many couples come into relationships with relational trauma from the past and/or other unresolved personal traumas. While we will be able to address these in some form during our time together, couples counseling will be focused mostly on the goals of the two of them as a couple. Many couples report significant progress in their partners when they are attending individual therapy on the side. I also always bring up self-care outside of counseling. Self-care is very important for any relationship. Having individual, healthy hobbies and activities and socializing outside of just the marriage or relationship is important.
Ebony: Clients can supplement their time in couples/marriage counseling by continuing to date each other and engage in activities together to see how you and your partner are changing in the process. Dating and doing activities together gives you motivation to continue working on current issues and remind yourself of the relationship you can have.
Sarah: To prepare for your first couples/marriage counseling session, you can begin thinking about what goals you hope to work toward throughout our time together. If comfortable at this stage, you can also talk to your partner about their goals, and see if there are some shared goals you both want to be sure to share with me. After we go over the background information during the intake session, we will discuss what motivated you both to make and attend the session, take a look at what has been going on, and address what you both want to see change or improve. I will save the initial goals in your secure chart, and we will look back at them from time to time to see our progress.
Ebony: To prepare for your first couples/marriage counseling session, you can provide grace to each other to express thoughts and feelings in a safe space to address root issues. The first session can come with nervousness and uncertainty about how your partner will respond. Give each other the chance to identify concerns to know where to start to improve.
Couples therapy and marriage counseling, also known as relationship counseling, helps couples work through their specific relationship issues. Some examples of common focuses within couples therapy and marriage counseling include:
The types of therapy used in couples and marriage counseling include:
At Thriveworks, Couples/marriage therapy is led by licensed professionals — often licensed marriage and family therapists (LMFTs) — who are experts in their field and best-equipped to help couples.
The Gottman Method of couples therapy is a research-supported approach designed to enhance relationships by bolstering the bond between partners, resolving conflicts, and fostering shared meaning in their relationship through comprehensive assessments and tailored interventions that improve communication, trust, and the overall health of the partnership.
If you’re facing persistent relationship problems, communication breakdowns, or unresolved conflicts that are impacting your emotional well-being and happiness, Couples/marriage therapy may be beneficial for you.
While marriage and couple’s counseling is typically recommended for couples who are experiencing persistent or severe relationship issues, any relationship can benefit from attending these sessions.
Marriage and couples counseling at Thriveworks is conducted both in person and online by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you and your partner.
On average, couples attend marriage and couples counseling for 12 weeks. However, couples & marriage counseling may last longer or shorter, dependent on the couples’ needs, the challenges they’d like to work through, and the pace of their progress.
At Thriveworks, we accept most major insurance plans, allowing many clients to pay as little as $0–$50 per session with their co-pay. We also offer self-pay options for those out-of-network or without insurance. Self-pay rates for talk therapy range from $160 to $240 for intake sessions and $135 to $195 for follow-ups, depending on your state. For psychiatry services, self-pay intake sessions are $255–$375, with follow-ups ranging from $175–$300, also varying by state. More information on current self-pay costs is available on our pricing page.
One of the main reasons people seek couples therapy and marriage counseling is for help with their closest, most intimate relationships. While couples therapy tends to be viewed as something for relationships in crisis, there are many reasons that individuals in relationships pursue it. Whether the reasons are large or small, they deserve to be explored and improved upon.
Couples therapy and marriage counseling at Thriveworks Charleston has helped many couples with a variety of issues. These qualified therapists help their clients learn new insights, improve cognitive and emotional skills, as well as adopt new habits that can have a huge impact on their lives and relationships. The couples therapists and marriage counselors at Thriveworks Charleston can guide couples toward better relationships. If this sounds like something you’re interested in or could benefit from, give us a call at (843) 480-4034 to schedule a couples therapy or marriage counseling appointment.
Throughout our relationships, there may be small conflicts that arise every now and then. In other cases, there may be large issues that appear or prove to be monumental. Each scenario can be explored with the help of a professional therapist who can guide couples through the “bumps in the road” or the seemingly overwhelming roadblocks. Some of the most common issues couples experience are:
The foundation of all relationships, communication can be face to face, over the phone, text messaging, and social media. Counselors can teach couples how to communicate with each other in positive ways. The type of communication people experience while growing up strongly affects how they communicate in adult relationships. Thriveworks Charleston can help couples to adapt a communication style that works well instead of falling back on problematic habits they learned in their past.
Sexuality is complex and personal, entailing more than just sexual activity. An individual’s personal definition of sexuality may include feelings of attraction toward another, how they choose to be intimate, and feelings relating to body image and personal values. There are as many individual expressions of sexuality as there are preferences for music. When individuals experience confusion or distress about aspects of sexuality–anxiety, embarrassment, anger and hurt–counselors at Thriveworks Charleston can be of great help and act as your support system.
One of the most hurtful and damaging experiences a couple undergoes is infidelity, but it doesn’t mean the relationship is beyond repair or has to end. In couples therapy or marriage counseling, individuals have a safe place to begin the journey toward resolving the issue. Experienced therapists at Thriveworks in Charleston, SC can help find meaningful and practical ways to work through the rough waters of unfaithfulness.
These examples are only a few of the many issues couples may experience in their marriage. Whether couples experience a few ups and downs or a seemingly unsurmountable issue, there is help. Consider working with a couples therapist or marriage counselor at Thriveworks Charleston.
Call Thriveworks Charleston at (843) 480-4034 to schedule a session or to find out more about how couples therapy and marriage counseling can improve your relationship. When you call to set up your appointment, a scheduling specialist will help you find the right counselor, psychologist, or therapist for you. Additionally, they will assist you in finding an appointment day and time that works for you and your partner. We have extended hours in the evenings and on the weekends.
We look forward to working with you and your partner! Schedule an appointment at Thriveworks Charleston when you feel ready. We’ll be here.
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Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Charleston is located near East Bay Street and Market Street, off US-17. It is right by Waterfront Park and a short distance from the Historic Charleston City Market.
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