Therapists that accept Cash Pay in South Carolina

Choosing a cash pay option for mental health care can provide flexibility and access to quality support without the constraints of insurance networks. With 357 verified therapists in South Carolina who accept cash pay, you can explore therapeutic approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, and supportive counseling to address a range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, and ADHD. Each Grow Therapy-verified therapist that has a cash pay option listed below is currently welcoming new clients and has availability soon, offering you a straightforward path to compassionate, accessible care on your terms.

Availability updated: 8/25/2026

$150/session

Solution oriented
Warm
Authentic
Specialties
Anxiety
Coping Skills
Self Esteem
+10
My name is Wendy, and I’m a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with over 20 years of experience. I believe that the therapeutic relationship should be rooted in respect, compassion, and genuine understanding. My approach combines evidence-based methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Positive Psychology, and Solution-Focused Therapy. These goal-oriented strategies empower you to tap into your own strengths and create meaningful, lasting change—often allowing you to see progress sooner than expected. I work with adults, adolescents, and children, and I am committed to meeting you where you are. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, self-esteem challenges, life transitions, or communication issues, I’ll be here to support and guide you every step of the way. I’m glad you’ve taken this important step toward change. When you’re ready, I’m here to help you move forward on your path to a healthier, more fulfilling life.
VirtualAvailable

$300/session

Authentic
Empowering
Warm
Specialties
Couples Counseling
Parenting
Sex Therapy
+10
As a Gottman Couples Therapist located in Cambridge, Massachusetts, I am focused on helping partners rebuild trust, improve communication, and strengthen emotional and physical connection. My work centers on a Marriage Positive approach, grounded in research and compassion, and shaped by over a decade of experience with couples and individuals navigating relationship challenges, conflict, intimacy concerns, and emotional distance. I'm Ehsan Adib Shabahang and I integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Gottman Therapy. These evidence-based approaches help clients identify unhelpful patterns, regulate emotions, and create meaningful change lasting beyond therapy. Using structured and collaborative sessions, with a focus on practical skills and deeper understanding of self and partner. I am also the founder of the Self-Reflective Relationship Therapy (SRRT) framework, a model designed to help partners look inward with honesty and compassion. SRRT combines structured exercises with guided reflection to increase self-awareness, empathy, and accountability—the foundation for lasting relational repair. This approach grew from years of clinical work and research into what helps couples not only resolve conflict but transform how they relate to one another. In addition to my work, I am the author of Always and Forever: Goals for a Healthy Relationship, offering couples practical tools for communication, trust, and growth. To build relationships that feels safe, balanced, and emotionally fulfilling. I specialize in couples therapy, sex, premarital counseling, affair recovery, trauma, and individuals seeking to understand their emotions or strengthen their relationship readiness. Clients often describe my style as calm, thoughtful, and engaged. I listen deeply, help clarify the emotions beneath conflict, and guide clients toward connection and repair. If you are looking for a couples therapist in Cambridge, MA, I welcome you to reach out and begin the process of rebuilding trust, deepening intimacy and finding your way back to one another.
VirtualAvailable

$120/session

Warm
Empowering
Solution oriented
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Trauma and PTSD
+9
English | español I graduated from the University of Gdansk, Poland (B.A. Psychology), and obtained a Master's in professional counseling from Liberty University, Lynchburg, Virginia. I am licensed to provide professional counseling independently in Arizona, Florida, South Carolina, Virginia, and Texas. I have experience working with individuals from various backgrounds and providing therapy in English and Spanish. Treatment is about finding hope despite the circumstances. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who treats children (ages Zero+), teens, and adults.
VirtualAvailable

$85/session

Warm
Authentic
Direct
Specialties
Addiction
Anxiety
Depression
+9
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in SC, PA, TN, and NC. I specialize in helping clients and family members with addiction issues, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, and PTSD. I also assist clients experiencing anxiety, depression, grief and loss, and can provide relationship and couples counseling as well. I have been practicing for over 10 years and have an empathetic and passionate approach. I love working with all ages however age 10 and above appears to work well for online therapy.
VirtualAvailable

Often rebooked

$50/session

Authentic
Direct
Empowering
Specialties
Couples Counseling
Men's Issues
Women's Issues
+8
I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor dedicated to helping individuals and couples create meaningful change, healing, and growth. My approach is grounded in compassion, collaboration, and cultural sensitivity, offering a safe and nonjudgmental space where you can explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences authentically. My passion lies in helping you gain insight into your patterns, rewrite limiting narratives, and develop tools for lasting transformation. I specialize in working with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship difficulties, and life transitions, as well as supporting unique relationship structures, military and emergency service personnel, and the LGBTQIA+ community. Using an eclectic and personalized approach, drawing from evidence-based modalities such as CBT, DBT, and trauma-informed practices, I tailor counseling to meet your unique needs. Whether you are navigating grief, seeking healthier communication, processing trauma, or striving for personal or relational fulfillment, I will walk alongside you with empathy and respect. I am deeply committed to serving underserved populations and addressing systemic barriers that impact mental health and well-being. My goal is to empower you to discover your inner strength, foster resilience, and create the life you envision, one that feels balanced, safe, and authentic. Counseling is a journey, and I am honored to hold space for you as you grow, heal, and thrive.
VirtualAvailable

$150/session

Solution oriented
Authentic
Direct
Specialties
Life Transitions
Self Esteem
Trauma and PTSD
+10
Hi, I’m Joe. I’ve worked in the mental health field for 27 years across substance use treatment, outpatient care, and hospital settings. I’ve supported individuals and families through crisis, transition, and long-term growth. I work well with young adults, adults, and families who are navigating stress, trauma, anxiety, depression, substance use, or major life changes. I also have extensive experience working with men who may struggle to express emotions directly and instead feel stuck in withdrawal, irritability, or self-doubt. As a veteran, I understand the mindset and pressures that can come with military life. Across all of my work, I aim to provide a grounded, steady presence where honesty, insight, and meaningful change can take place.
VirtualAvailable

New to Grow

$150/session

Specialties
Anxiety
Career Counseling
Depression
I’m Lakeshia S. Williams, a Licensed Professional Counselor providing telehealth counseling to clients in Georgia and South Carolina. I work with adolescents, adults, couples, and families experiencing anxiety, depression, adjustment difficulties, grief, trauma-related concerns, relationship challenges, workplace stress, burnout, low self-esteem, and major life transitions. My approach combines cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused techniques, and strengths-based support to help clients better understand their experiences, develop healthier coping skills, and create meaningful change. I provide a warm, respectful, and nonjudgmental space where clients can feel heard, recognize their strengths, and confidently move toward their personal goals.
Available

Often rebooked

$60/session

Authentic
Solution oriented
Warm
Specialties
Anger Management
Depression
Trauma and PTSD
+10
Hello, my name is Larry and I have been helping people find contentment, purpose, and fulfillment in life for many years. I work with clients from ages 12 -112 and have a warm and pragmatic approach to life and therapy. I work with individuals, couples, and families in discovering congruence that has been a proven part of my life as a husband, father, and grandfather. My wife and I have seven children (five from birth and two from adoption). We will look at life as a classroom and use every experience for growth and strengthening for one's self and others. We will learn to regulate our emotions, develop genuine love for others, and follow a path of freedom and purpose. Our hope is to gain a passion for life and hope for the future.
Available

New to Grow

$70/session

Specialties
Anger Management
Coping Skills
Mood Disorders
A few sentences that would capture some of myself would follow as such. Firstly, I would say that my approach comes from a perspective of embracing and affirming the struggles that one has, by ultimately claiming and using those struggles and difficulties within one's own life as a vantage point to help understand and navigate through life. I would say one challenge I find in not only my own life but within conversations with others and within sessions is to validate and confirm all of one's existence, especially those that are more difficult to affirm such as pain, suffering, hardships, mental health and physical health disorders. Secondly, I am by nature very curious and attentive when in the company of another within a therapeutic space and outside a session which has brought many perspectives within my life from existentialism, CBT, DBT therapy, and many other modalities. One ideal that I strive for within sessions is to ask questions in such a manner to allow the client's to explore and discover details and aspects of one's life that otherwise would be dormant and to allow for greater exploration of meaning and purpose. One quote that would describe my practice would be: "we live in a state of becoming, being is more immediate, simple and indeterminate, where becoming is open, more complex and dynamic."
Available

Often rebooked

$95/session

Authentic
Open-minded
Solution oriented
Specialties
Anxiety
Bipolar Disorder
Depression
+7
I am a licensed therapist who is passionate about helping you navigate life's challenges and transitions. I have extensive experience working with a wide range of concerns. Whether in regard to stress, grief, or life transitions, I'm here to support you. My approach to therapy is warm, interactive, and aligns with Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavior Therapy approaches.
Available

New to Grow

$160/session

Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Women's Issues
+9
Adrina Riggins is the owner of Aligning Life’s Responsibilities, LLC and a Licensed Professional Counselor dedicated to creating a supportive, inclusive space for growth and healing. She leads a team of compassionate clinicians who provide personalized care tailored to each individual’s needs. Adrina works with individuals and families navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions, with a focus on helping clients align their goals, values, and emotional well-being. She is passionate about making therapy accessible to ensure care is available to those who need it most.
Available

New to Grow

$150/session

Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Trauma and PTSD
+7
I’m Stephanie, a warm, honest therapist with 11 years of experience. I help teens and adults with anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, relationships, stress, substance use, and food or body concerns. I meet you where you are, listen without judgment, build on your strengths, and shape therapy around your needs, goals, comfort, values, and pace. Together, we’ll create practical steps toward lasting and meaningful change.
Available

New to Grow

$120/session

Specialties
Anxiety
Child or Adolescent
School Issues
+8
Life can feel overwhelming at times, whether you're a child struggling with anxiety, a teenager navigating friendships, school pressures, or life changes, or a parent seeking support for your child. You don't have to face those challenges alone. I work with children, teens, and college students who may be experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, life transitions, self-esteem concerns, academic pressures, or grief.
Available

New to Grow

$115/session

Specialties
LGBTQ
Trauma and PTSD
Women's Issues
+3
I’m a licensed therapist who believes therapy works best when it feels real, collaborative, and grounded in trust. I strive to create a space where clients can show up as they are, without judgment or pressure, and feel supported in exploring whatever they’re carrying. My work is trauma-responsive, relational, and affirming, and I enjoy helping teens and adults navigate healing, identity, relationships, and life’s transitions with both compassion and practical support.
Available

$150/session

Warm
Authentic
Solution oriented
Specialties
Anxiety
Trauma and PTSD
Women's Issues
+10
I work with women navigating life transitions, including changes in relationships, family roles, and health. These experiences can bring anxiety, emotional overwhelm, and the effects of trauma into focus, and can influence how thoughts, emotions, and the body interact. As a yoga teacher and yoga therapist for over 25 years, mindfulness is a natural part of my work and informs how I understand and approach the mind body connection. I integrate mindfulness based stress reduction, mindfulness based cognitive therapy, and somatic therapy into sessions in a way that supports awareness and emotional regulation. My training as a Licensed Professional Counselor in Pennsylvania, Florida, South Carolina and Delaware allows me to bring these approaches together in a way that is both clinically grounded and also responsive to your experience.
VirtualAvailable

New to Grow

$150/session

Specialties
Anxiety
Coping Skills
Couples Counseling
+10
I believe healing happens when the whole person is welcomed into the room — body, mind, and spirit. My work is collaborative: you are the expert on your life, and my role is to walk alongside you with skill, honesty, and genuine care as we build a treatment plan that actually fits you. I hold a PhD from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology and a Master of Arts in Counseling from Northwestern University, and I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor and National Certified Counselor with eight years in practice and more than 5,000 hours of direct client experience. I work with teens, adults, individuals, couples, and families — in person at my Atlanta office or virtually across Georgia, Florida, Vermont, South Carolina, and New York — with dedicated experience serving Black and Hispanic communities, LGBTQ+ clients, single parents, athletes, veterans, and first responders.
Available

$150/session

Authentic
Solution oriented
Empowering
Specialties
Fertility & Reproduction Issues
Life Transitions
Military/Veterans
+9
Hi, I’m Sarah Escobar, LPC. I’m a compassionate and experienced counselor dedicated to helping individuals navigate life’s challenges with confidence and clarity. My approach blends proven clinical techniques with real-life wisdom and practical problem-solving, so clients not only feel supported but also empowered to create meaningful change. I specialize in helping people recognize and challenge unhelpful patterns, beliefs, and behaviors that may be holding them back. Together, we work on building healthier ways to cope, communicate, and move forward—so you can experience more peace, stronger relationships, and a greater sense of fulfillment. Whether you’re facing stress, anxiety, relationship struggles, or major life transitions, my goal is to meet you where you are and guide you toward the life you truly want. My counseling style is warm, empathetic, and collaborative, while also being thoughtful and solution-focused. If you’re ready to take the next step, I’d be honored to walk alongside you in your journey toward healing, growth, and lasting change.
VirtualAvailable

$150/session

Authentic
Humorous
Intelligent
Specialties
High Clinical Acuity
Military/Veterans
Serious Mental Illness
+10
Hello! I’m Dr. Jennifer Outlaw, a Licensed Certified Social Worker-Clinical, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and Licensed Independent Social Worker practicing in Maryland, Georgia, South Carolina, and Texas. With over a decade of experience, I have had the privilege of working with adolescents, adults, service members, and veterans in both inpatient and outpatient mental health settings. My primary goal is to foster well-being through comprehensive assessment, accurate diagnosis, and effective treatment of mental health and substance use concerns. As a U.S. Army veteran, I have a deep understanding of the unique experiences and challenges faced by service members and veterans. This background fuels my passion for providing tailored support to this community. I am also dedicated to addressing multicultural and diversity issues, ensuring that care is culturally sensitive and respectful of each individual’s background. In our sessions, you can expect a warm, authentic, and compassionate environment where your experiences and feelings are truly valued. My approach is client-centered, prioritizing your goals and needs as we work together. I believe that genuine connection and support are vital to navigating life’s challenges and fostering personal growth. Outside of my professional life, I enjoy reading historical romance novels and watching zombie movies — hobbies that help me unwind and maintain a balanced perspective. I am here to support you on your journey toward healing and well-being. I look forward to working with you and helping you achieve your goals.
VirtualAvailable

Often rebooked

$150/session

Warm
Authentic
Empowering
Specialties
Addiction
Personality Disorders
Spirituality
+10
My name is Jacqui; I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor-Supervisor and Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor. I have a Master's in Counseling and am a doctoral candidate for my PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision. I have worked in the substance abuse treatment industry for about a decade as a clinical director and therapist. I deeply understand addiction and the physical, neurological, spiritual, component of addiction through a trauma-informed lens. I offer Christian counseling when a client wants it. I am certified to treat Borderline Personality Disorder and any trauma. I utilize Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) when a client would benefit from that. I do a great deal of work with individuals who are searching for identity and meaning/purpose and those who are struggling with self-esteem and self-worth issues. I also work with individuals who have been a victim of domestic violence.
Available
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New to Grow

$100/session

Authentic
Warm
Specialties
LGBTQ
Personality Disorders
Trauma and PTSD
+3
Years ago, I found myself facing challenges that felt overwhelming. Working with an exceptional therapist helped me heal, grow, and create a life that looked very different from the one I had been living. That experience was so transformative that I returned to graduate school in my 40s to pursue a new path—helping others create meaningful change in their own lives. Today, with more than 13 years of clinical experience, I help adults navigate trauma, relationship challenges, addiction recovery, identity exploration, anxiety, depression, and major life transitions. My approach is warm, affirming, and practical. I believe therapy works best when you feel safe enough to be honest, supported enough to take risks, and empowered enough to move toward the life you want. Whether you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or simply ready for something different, I would be honored to walk alongside you on your journey.
Available

$100/session

Empowering
Warm
Authentic
Specialties
Anxiety
Life Transitions
Self Esteem
+10
My ideal client is someone who recognizes that life presents with many challenges and understands that receiving help is not a sign of weakness, rather it is strength. Those life challenges maybe due to stress, health issues, family conflicts, or something more, but they are looking to identify, process, and gain needed support and skills to conquer those challenges. They are looking for someone who will encourage them, keep them accountable, and be open and honest with them. I feel that therapy is more than an occupation for me, rather it is a calling. I will be a listening ear, support, encourager, and support for my clients. I believe that encouraging is a gift which I possess and freely give, and when my clients are going through some of their toughest battles, understanding that they are not alone really matters. There are many different providers who are looking to support and help clients, which is good, because finding the right provider absolutely makes a difference. I want to be a support, sounding board, and ally to work through crisis, challenges, and even give a different perspective. Life is hard, but finding the right provider should not be.
Available

$200/session

Authentic
Warm
Empowering
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Grief
+9
My Professional Background and Counseling Philosophy My passion for mental health has shaped my work with individuals, families, and communities across a variety of settings. Over the years, I have had the privilege of collaborating with clients to enhance their well-being, drawing on my experience across diverse settings, including hospital Emergency Departments, psychiatric units, community organizations, and mental health agencies. My professional journey includes supporting individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities, assisting those facing mental illness, and working with people who have experienced homelessness and hopelessness. I have also provided both individual and group therapy within clinical settings. Counseling Philosophy At the core of my counseling practice is the belief that meaningful change occurs through collaboration and purposeful effort. I view my clients as the experts in their own lives and encourage them to take an active role in their treatment by investing time and energy in the process. Together, we identify the outcomes that matter most to the client and work to ensure consistent progress toward those goals. My approach centers on empowering clients by fostering self-awareness and resilience, and I am dedicated to ensuring every individual feels heard, understood, and supported throughout their therapeutic journey. Commitment to Client Autonomy What distinguishes my counseling style is a steadfast commitment to honoring each client’s autonomy. For example, I have worked with clients who struggle with anxiety and self-doubt. By collaborating closely, we identify the client’s unique strengths and develop practical coping strategies tailored to their needs. As clients move through this process, they gradually regain their confidence and begin taking meaningful steps toward their desired outcomes. This experience reinforced for me the importance and effectiveness of a supportive, empowering therapeutic alliance. In every interaction, my focus is on achieving the best possible results and facilitating lasting, positive change.
VirtualAvailable

Often rebooked

$125/session

Warm
Authentic
Intelligent
Specialties
ADHD
Anxiety
Spirituality
+10
Melissa Bradley, LCMHC, LPC, LCASA I am a licensed mental health in both NC and SC. I am dedicated to assisting adults and teens to navigate anxiety, stress, addiction, depression, with blends of evidence-based techniques such as EMDR, DBT, CBT and person-centered techniques. I am confident and comfortable discussing your personal spiritual beliefs and helping my clients to navigate through life's various challenges. I have a history of working in addictions counseling as well.
VirtualAvailable

$120/session

Warm
Authentic
Empowering
Specialties
ADHD
Anxiety
Military/Veterans
+10
I am a bilingual and bicultural Licensed Mental Health Counselor licensed in Florida with over 15 years of experience working as a psychotherapist. I have worked around the world- in Mexico, in the US, in Germany, in Japan, and in US, and worked in a wide variety of settings, including extensive work in community mental health, substance abuse/addictions, child welfare, and with military and veteran populations. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including couples/relationship issues, anxiety, depression, immigration-related issues, abuse and trauma, divorce and separation, and grief and loss, among other things. I have also worked extensively with the Marine Corps in the area of force preservation and suicide prevention, and have worked with other branches of the service as well, both in the US and OCONUS. My counseling style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating anyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don't believe in stigmatizing labels. I honestly believe we can work together to find solutions for almost any problem and that we can emerge from challenges stronger, and even more resilient. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, mindfulness training, and other techniques. I also have incorporated many things I have learned in my travels and interactions with psychology in other cultures and countries into my extensive training. I will tailor our interactions and treatment to help you meet your goals and work collaboratively with you every step along the way. It takes courage to seek for a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. If you are ready to take that step I am here to support and empower you.
VirtualAvailable

$100/session

Warm
Authentic
Intelligent
Specialties
ADHD
Anxiety
Self Esteem
+1
Hi, I’m Michelle. If you feel overwhelmed, disorganized, stuck in procrastination, or frustrated that everyday tasks seem harder than they should, you’re not alone, and you’re not lazy or broken. I specialize in helping adults with ADHD, including those who are newly diagnosed, have lived with ADHD for years, or are beginning to wonder whether ADHD may explain some of their struggles. Together, we explore how ADHD may affect the way you think, feel, function, relate to others, and navigate everyday life. My approach is warm, collaborative, practical, and strengths-based. I draw from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness-based therapy, psychoeducation, and executive-functioning support to help reduce shame, increase self-understanding, and build practical tools that fit your life and the way your brain works. When appropriate, I may also incorporate EMDR to address distressing experiences, chronic shame, or negative beliefs that have developed through years of criticism, rejection, or feeling misunderstood. My work is also shaped by personal experience with ADHD, which has provided additional perspective alongside my professional training. This combination allows me to approach clients with both clinical expertise and an appreciation for the nuanced ways ADHD can affect daily life. My goal is to help you feel more confident, capable, and supported in creating a life that works with your brain rather than against it. For clients who would like to incorporate their faith into therapy, I also offer Christian counseling in a supportive and natural way.
VirtualAvailable
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Your first therapy session is for you and your therapist to meet each other and to ask any questions that you have about the counseling process. This is where you can expect your therapist to do the same as they will ask questions to gain insight into your specific situation. In this first session the therapist is doing their part to gather as much information so they can better assess if they are able to meet your therapeutic needs. Depending upon your provider's specialty, you may also discuss the methods the therapist will use. For additional information on therapy methods, please visit the Grow Therapy Help Center.Some people feel nervous before their first appointment, and that is totally normal! Coming prepared with a list of questions for your therapist may help. Remember, you're taking a brave step by seeking therapy, and it is okay to be nervous as you try something new.