Africa Josey
Hello! My name is Africa Josey, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in South Carolina and the founder of Ember Glow Counseling & Consulting.
I bring compassion, empathy, active listening, and a genuine commitment to helping clients feel heard, understood, and supported.
With over seven years of experience supporting children, adolescents, adults, and families, I am passionate about helping individuals navigate life's challenges, heal from trauma, and achieve emotional wellness. I specialize in anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem, life transitions, and relationship challenges. Through a compassionate, person-centered approach and evidence-based practices, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Trauma-Focused CBT (TF-CBT), I strive to create a safe, supportive environment where clients feel heard, empowered, and inspired to grow. I offer both in-person and virtual counseling services.
First session
During their first session, clients can expect a warm, welcoming, and nonjudgmental environment where they feel comfortable sharing their experiences and concerns. My priority is to begin building a trusting therapeutic relationship while gaining a better understanding of what brings them to counseling, the challenges they are facing, and what they hope to achieve. We will discuss their personal history, current concerns, strengths, and goals for therapy. I encourage clients to ask questions and share at their own pace, without feeling pressured to disclose more than they are comfortable with. By the end of the session, my goal is for clients to feel heard, supported, and hopeful, with a clearer understanding of how we can work together toward healing, personal growth, and emotional wellness.
Strengths
I bring compassion, empathy, active listening, and a genuine commitment to helping clients feel heard, understood, and supported. One of my greatest strengths is my ability to build trusting therapeutic relationships while creating a safe, nonjudgmental environment where clients feel comfortable being themselves. I balance warmth and understanding with practical, solution-focused strategies that empower clients to recognize their strengths, develop healthy coping skills, and make meaningful changes in their lives. My experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families allows me to tailor my approach to each client's unique needs. I believe in meeting clients where they are, while gently challenging and encouraging them to grow, heal, and become the best version of themselves.
Ideal clients
My ideal client is someone who is ready to begin their journey toward healing, personal growth, and emotional wellness, even if they are unsure where to start. I especially enjoy working with women, adolescents, and individuals who struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem, relationship challenges, and life transitions. Many of my clients are individuals who have spent so much time caring for others that they have neglected their own emotional needs. I am passionate about helping clients rediscover their identity, establish healthy boundaries, build confidence, and develop effective coping strategies. My ideal client does not have to have everything figured out or know exactly what they need. They simply need a willingness to explore their experiences and take steps toward positive change. At Ember Glow Counseling & Consulting, I believe healing begins when individuals feel safe enough to be authentic, vulnerable, and hopeful about their future.
Origin story
My passion for helping others and making a meaningful difference in people's lives inspired me to become a therapist. I have always believed that everyone deserves to feel heard, understood, and supported, especially during life's most challenging moments. I recognize that many individuals struggle silently with emotional pain, trauma, and everyday stressors, often without the tools or support needed to navigate them. Becoming a therapist has allowed me to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where individuals can discover their strengths, find healing, and regain confidence in themselves. What continues to inspire me is witnessing the growth, resilience, and positive transformation of the individuals and families I serve.
Ongoing work together
Our ongoing work together will be a collaborative journey focused on healing, personal growth, and achieving your individual goals. Each session will provide a safe, supportive space to explore your thoughts, emotions, experiences, and challenges without judgment. Using evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused CBT (TF-CBT), and solution-focused techniques, we will work to identify unhelpful patterns, develop healthy coping strategies, strengthen communication skills, and build emotional resilience. I believe therapy should extend beyond our sessions, so I may encourage practical exercises, self-reflection, and opportunities to apply new skills in everyday life. We will regularly review your progress, celebrate your accomplishments, and adjust our approach as your needs evolve. My goal is to empower you with the confidence, insight, and tools needed to create meaningful, lasting changes in your life.
Treatment methods
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I help clients recognize and challenge negative thought patterns and behaviors that contribute to anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, and emotional distress. Together, we develop healthier ways of thinking, managing emotions, and responding to life's challenges.
Location
Virtual sessions
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- South CarolinaLicense 10588