I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience in a broad variety of settings to include child welfare, medical. military and hospice. I received my Bachelor’s degree at the College of Charleston and my Master’s degree at the University of South Carolina as part of the Child Welfare Leadership Project. I am passionate about advocating for clients and helping them process trauma and difficult life transitions and relationships.

What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?

During an initial appointment, I will explore the issue that brought you to therapy but also the mental, physical, social and spiritual factors that influence a person's well-being. I look forward to working with you in overcoming obstacles that have interfered with your life while always progressing toward health and healing.

Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.

I have a varied range of experiences in this field that has afforded me a broad fund of knowledge and expertise in many areas that bring individuals to counseling. Because of my background I am also well versed in resources can add additional benefits to therapy. I believe in starting from where the client is without a focus on a particular modality

Describe the client(s) you are best positioned to serve.

I able to meet a wide array of needs to include family issues, life transitions, relationship issues, stress, adjustment challenges, trauma, depression, and anxiety on an individual basis with collaboration with family as needed. I work with clients from a place of collaboration, providing a healing environment that is both nurturing and nonjudgmental. I use a variety of therapeutic modalities, including but not limited to, solution-focused therapy, mindfulness, cognitive behavioral therapy and motivational interviewing.

About Michelle Deaton