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9  therapists available in North Charleston

Greenville

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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Columbia

I empower and assist individuals and couples to navigate through life’s challenges—whether it's anxiety, depression, adjustment di...

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Columbia

As an individual who has experienced the roller coaster ride of mental health both as a patient and practitioner, I understand the...

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Rock Hill

As a warm and compassionate therapist, my goal is to create a safe, supportive space where you can explore your experiences, gain ...

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Greenville

As a mature woman of color who has experienced childhood sexual trauma, homelessness, and domestic violence, I have an authentic u...

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Columbia

Seeking help for life’s challenges makes you powerful and can lead to personal growth....

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Greenville

I am a warm, open-minded therapist who understands life's challenges firsthand and guides clients toward healing, balance, and sel...

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Greenville

As someone who navigates the complexities of life and social systems related to race, gender, mental health, and overall identity,...

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Greenville

Camila understands that life can be difficult at times but with the right support and guidance people can overcome any life challe...

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What is your go-to approach for family therapy?

A go-to approach for helping families in family therapy is to work on boundary-setting and communication skills in order to address concerns within the family unit.

What tools do you teach in family therapy?

The most important tools for family therapy are communication, honesty, and respect. It is important all family members respect one another in order to work towards positive change.

How do you know when a client is making meaningful progress in family therapy?

A family is making meaningful progress when each member is noticing positive changes in the family and they are experiencing less conflict.

What can clients do in their personal time to supplement family therapy?

In their personal time, families can supplement family therapy by planning activities that they can enjoy together in order to practice the skills they learn in sessions.

What should someone do to prepare for starting family therapy?

To prepare for their first session, families can try to identify the strengths of each member of the family so the therapist can tailor treatment to utilize and emphasize these strengths in order to strengthen the members's confidence.

Family therapy FAQs

What is family therapy?

Family therapy helps families resolve conflicts and strengthen their relationships. It is led by qualified mental health professionals like psychologists, licensed professional counselors (LPCs), and licensed clinical social workers (LCSWs) who have extensive training in family dynamics and group communication.

How does family therapy work?

Thriveworks family therapists in North Charleston, SC usually begin by asking what everyone’s goals are for family counseling. Family members may need help with very specific issues or with general relationship functioning. But there are three main purposes in family counseling: to educate, to counsel, and to strengthen. Thriveworks also offers online family therapy and in-person services, so you may all meet in an office together or join a video call from your home depending on everyone’s location and availability.

What is the most effective family therapy?

The most effective form of Family therapy will often depend on the family itself, as there are many types of family therapy for therapists to use as they see fit in order to best meet the needs of their clients. However, one of the most commonly used types of family therapy is structural family therapy (SFT). SFT focuses specifically on family dynamics and interactions, looking at how they shape the relationships and structure present in the family. It can be effectively used to treat a variety of concerns.

How do I know if my family needs therapy?

This answer often looks different to each family that starts family therapy. However, some signs that your family might need to consider family counseling include frequent fights or misunderstandings, constant tension, experiencing loss, behavioral issues, marital issues, divorce, and blended family issues, among others.

What is included in family therapy?

In family therapy, therapists will often start by asking questions and assessing individual and family dynamics. From there, they may employ therapeutic techniques such as structured family therapy, CBT, strategic family therapy, and more depending on the present concerns and conflicts. From there, a therapist will work to open lines of communication between family members and facilitate emotional healing and growth.

What is the success rate of family therapy?

Family therapy can be incredibly successful, with some studies reporting a success rate of almost 90% for improving participants’ emotional and mental health, and around 66% for improving their physical health.

Is family therapy conducted in person or online?

Thriveworks therapists in North Charleston, SC offer both online family therapy and in-person family therapy. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.

How long does family therapy last?

Family therapy is usually short term and solution-focused, with most families accomplishing their goals in 12 sessions or fewer. However, it can also last for longer if the probles at hand are more complex — and that’s okay, too.

Need more help deciding?

Family therapists focus on helping families heal and improve their relationships. They can help you find peace during difficult times, work through challenges that feel insurmountable, and ultimately build happier, healthier relationships within your family.

If your family could use some help putting the pieces back together, consider working with a family therapist at Thriveworks North Charleston, SC. We have professional family therapists and counselors on staff who are happy to help you resolve your problems and enjoy each other again. Just call (843) 261-5949 to schedule your family therapy appointment when you’re ready. We’ll be here.

Can My Family Benefit from Family Therapy?

Family therapy is a valuable tool for families that have hit a rough patch. It can prove beneficial in times of stress, heartache, and uncertainty. To be more specific, family therapy can help families accomplish the following:

  • Heal after the death of a loved one
  • Adjust in the wake of a mental illness diagnosis
  • Better manage stressors, such as financial or work stress
  • Adapt amidst a major life change, such as a big move
  • Manage behavioral problems in kids, teens
  • Improve means of communication

The above illustrates several major challenges that many families will face at some point in their lifetime. It’s important that in these times of stress, we focus our energy on getting through it together versus pointing fingers or lashing out at our family members. This is, of course, easier said than done. Fortunately, a family therapist at Thriveworks North Charleston can help you remain calm and properly discuss the problem(s) at hand.

How Does Family Therapy Work? How Can It Help?

Licensed marriage and family therapists (LMFT) most commonly lead family therapy. Other mental health professionals also utilize family therapy techniques in their treatment. Family therapy is typically a short-term process, as many families finish treatment after about 9 sessions. Additionally, these sessions usually last about 50 minutes. Of course, the specifics vary on a case by case basis. Your family therapist at Thriveworks North Charleston will assess your specific needs and monitor your progress to determine the best duration of treatment.

Oftentimes, family therapy is rooted in systems theory; additionally, techniques in cognitive behavioral therapy and psychodynamic therapy are often used in family therapy treatment, as they can help families better work through their familial issues. Remember: your family therapist will create a personalized treatment plan for your family! That said, they will set out to help you manage stressors that are negatively impacting family dynamics and also to improve your relationships with one another.

Work with a Family Therapist at Thriveworks North Charleston, SC

If you think your family could benefit from working with a family therapist at this time, call Thriveworks North Charleston at (843) 261-5949. We have onsite appointments available as well as online counseling therapy opportunities. We also offer evening and weekend sessions, and accept most major insurances. Thriveworks North Charleston is happy to accommodate your needs.

We want to help you improve your family dynamics and enjoy one another’s company again. If your family is struggling to get along or to work through a particularly challenging issue, don’t hesitate to reach out for help. A professional family therapist can provide you with essential guidance and support. Give us a call when you’re ready to get paired with a skilled, caring counselor at Thriveworks North Charleston, SC.

Pricing & insurance

Our therapists accept most major insurance and we offer self-pay options too.
Learn more about pricing for therapy and counseling at Thriveworks.

Our therapists and counselors in North Charleston accept 33 insurance plans

  • Absolute Total Care | Healthy Connections Medicaid

  • Aetna

  • Ambetter from Absolute Total Care | Commercial

  • AnMed Employee Program

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)

  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of South Carolina Healthy Blue | Healthy Connections Medicaid

  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of South Carolina Medicare Advantage

  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of South Carolina | BCBS

  • Carelon

  • Cigna | Evernorth

  • Clover Health Medicare Advantage

  • Compsych

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Self-pay costs at North Charleston
Talk therapy

Talk therapy

Includes individual, couples, child/ teen, & family therapy

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

Talk therapy

Psychiatry

Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

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Where to find us

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Address

4975 Lacross Rd Suite 351
North Charleston, SC 29406

Getting here

Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry North Charleston is located near the intersection of Lacross Road and Mall Dr, off I-26. It is near the North Charleston Coliseum and a short distance from the Charleston International Airport. The office is in a modern, multi-story glass and brick office building; enter through the main lobby to access Suite 351 on the third floor.

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Phone number

(843) 549-4786
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Languages spoken by SC providers

  • English
  • Mandarin
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Hours

Wednesday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Thursday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Friday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Saturday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Sunday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Monday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Tuesday 8:00am - 9:30pm

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Wednesday 8:00am - 11:00pm
Thursday 8:00am - 11:00pm
Friday 8:00am - 11:00pm
Saturday 8:00am - 6:00pm
Sunday 8:00am - 6:00pm
Monday 8:00am - 11:00pm
Tuesday 8:00am - 11:00pm

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