Grief & loss counseling in Greenville, SC

I am a Licensed Independent Social Worker-Clinical Practice with 3 years of experience supporting queer and gender-diverse clients, trauma survivors, and neurodivergent individuals. I specialize in helping clients feel more authentic, build healthy habits, and heal in ways that honor their unique identities. I aim to create a safe, affirming, collaborative environment where clients can explore challenges, discover strengths, and develop greater self-understanding.

I have aMaster’s in Social Work from the University of South Carolina. My approach is trauma- and queer-informed, and person-centered. I draw from cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, polyvagal theory, and eclectic methods with elements of art therapy. I also incorporate my love of games and “nerdy” interests to promote connection and self-awareness.

Starting therapy takes courage, and I strive to make the process feel safe and supportive. My goal is to help clients feel seen, accepted, and empowered as they work toward healing and growth. When you’re ready, I would be honored to walk alongside you on your journey toward greater self-acceptance and well-being.

I am a Licensed Independent Social Worker–Clinical Practice with 3 years of experience helping individuals navigate anxiety, depression, grief, and life transitions. I believe every person can heal and grow when given the right support and understanding. I create a compassionate, nonjudgmental space where people feel truly seen and heard, and I am passionate about helping clients build resilience, self-awareness, and emotional balance.

I earned my Master’s in Social Work from the University of New England. My approach to therapy is humanistic and client-centered, meaning I see you as the expert of your own life. Together, we’ll uncover your strengths, explore patterns that no longer serve you, and create meaningful goals for lasting change. If you’re ready to begin your journey toward healing, I invite you to reach out. Together, we’ll create a space where you can breathe, reflect, and grow. It would be my honor to support you as you take this next step toward the life you want to lead.

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.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate with over 4 years of experience supporting individuals and families through their healing journeys. I help clients manage depression, anxiety, and mood disorders while building coping skills and resilience. I enjoy incorporating faith-based principles when welcomed, creating a therapeutic space that aligns with each client’s values. My goal is to help clients uncover strength and hope, using compassion and collaboration as the foundation for growth. I empower clients to recognize their resilience and practice positive change daily.

I earned my Master’s in Social Work from the University of South Carolina. My approach is strength-based, integrating cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavior therapy techniques to help clients build new perspectives, reframe distress, and develop healthier coping tools.

I look forward to welcoming you into a safe, judgment-free space where your story matters. No one is beyond healing, and I believe in meeting each client with empathy and understanding. Together, we’ll navigate challenges, uncover strengths, and take meaningful steps toward emotional wellness and peace.

Matthew Leazer is a Licensed Professional Counselor with 6 years of experience helping clients reclaim their narrative and prioritize their well-being. He believes that therapy is a collaborative space where clients are empowered to be the protagonists in their stories. Matthew strives to create a non-judgmental environment that fosters openness, empathy, and meaningful change for those navigating anxiety, trauma, depression, and life transitions.

Matthew earned his Master’s in Mental Health Counseling from Capella University. He incorporates evidence-based approaches to support clients in identifying their goals, developing personalized strategies, and overcoming challenges. He has experience working with adolescents, adults, and individuals from diverse backgrounds.

Matthew helps clients recognize their strengths and use them to reach personal goals. He empowers individuals to define their own path, supporting them as they work toward the quality of life they deserve. His warm, collaborative style encourages self-discovery and lasting growth through active participation in the healing process.

Shekina Adams is a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate with 4 years of experience providing compassionate mental health care. She has worked extensively with individuals in crisis, hospital settings, and emergency situations.

Shekina’s expertise spans working with children and adults, addressing a range of concerns, including ADHD, autism, grief, loss, oppositional defiance disorder, conduct disorder, anxiety, depression, substance use disorders, relationship difficulties, family dynamics, and behavioral challenges.

Shekina earned her Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Liberty University. She integrates cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, rational emotive behavior therapy, psychodynamic theory, solution-focused therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, and applied behavior analysis to meet each client’s specific needs.

Shekina is passionate about helping others recognize their inner strength, heal from past experiences, grow through life’s challenges, and achieve greater success. Shekina looks forward to supporting you on your journey toward healing and personal growth.

I am Rachel Robinson, a Licensed Independent Social Worker–Clinical Practice with 3 years of experience. I specialize in crisis intervention, LGBTQIA2S-affirming care, and medical social work. I support teens and adults navigating emotional regulation, mood disruption, stress, and life transitions. I teach coping skills, boundary setting, and mindfulness so you can feel steadier and more in control.

I earned my Master of Social Work from the University of South Carolina in Columbia. My approach is trauma-informed and collaborative, drawing on dialectical behavior therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and strengths-based care to build practical skills that reduce distress and strengthen relationships.

As a queer woman living in the South, I understand how vital an affirming, judgment-free space can be. If you are ready to learn new ways to manage emotions, set healthy boundaries, and lower stress, I would be honored to partner with you. Reach out to schedule a first session—we will start where you are and move at your pace.

Amanda Bentley is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with over 12 years of experience in the mental health field. She specializes in working with teens, adults, and seniors who are struggling to cope with women's issues, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorders, BPD, stress, adjustment-related issues, OCD, and much more.

Amanda completed her Master's Degree in Nursing with a focus on Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioning from Walden University. Her love for this field prompted her to further her education to a position where she can provide medication management, counseling, and various forms of therapy. Amanda has experience incorporating cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), motivational interviewing (MI), and person-centered (PCT) techniques into the care she provides for her clients. Her patient advocacy and ability to meet patients where they are emotionally and mentally are among her strongest skills.

Life can not only be challenging but can feel almost impossible at times to manage. Amanda is confident that she would be able to work with you as a partner in reaching your goals. This may come in the form of therapy, counseling, medication management, or all three. If you feel as if you could use just one person to listen, help and support you, schedule an appointment with Amanda today.

Shynekia Garner is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in the state of South Carolina with nearly 10 years of experience working with children, teens, adults, and families who are struggling with depression, anxiety, relationship, medical, and substance abuse issues. 

She completed her Bachelor's degree in Political Science with a minor in English from the University of South Carolina Upstate and received her Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Converse College. Shynekia takes a client-centered approach incorporating solution-focused techniques (SFT), cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), medical family therapy (MFT), mindfulness-based approaches, and emotionally-focused therapy (EFT). 

The ability to adapt to meet the needs of every client provides the freedom and creativity desperately needed to foster healing in a safe environment. Shynekia takes pride in forming a pure and authentic therapeutic alliance with each of her clients and is known to most by her nickname, ‘Shy’. The client is the driver and Shy is simply the passenger helping to guide each along the way in a collaborative and meaningful exchange.