Therapists that accept Cash Pay in South Carolina

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.

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.

I'm Dr. Ehsan Adib Shabahang, founder of AtReef Therapy PLLC and a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) and National Certified Counselor based in Cambridge, Massachusetts. I hold a PhD in Psychology with a concentration in social psychology and a master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. My practice provides integrative, depth-oriented therapy for couples and individuals, conducted entirely through secure telehealth. I work most often with high-achieving adults and couples who function well professionally but find themselves facing patterns that intelligence, success, or effort alone have not resolved: recurring conflict, emotional distance, perfectionism, burnout, anxiety, and questions about identity, meaning, and direction. My clinical approach draws on relational and depth psychology, Jungian psychology, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Gottman Method Couples Therapy, integrated according to each client's needs rather than applied as a fixed protocol. I am also the developer of Self-Reflective Relationship Therapy (SRRT), a research-informed framework that emphasizes self-reflection, emotional responsibility, and translating insight into real behavioral change. Therapy with me is not only about understanding why a pattern exists. Insight matters, but it is not the goal on its own. I focus equally on what changes in your communication, boundaries, emotional regulation, and decisions once that understanding is in place. I see couples working through betrayal, disconnection, and recurring cycles of conflict, and I see individuals navigating anxiety, burnout, identity transitions, and the gap between a capable public self and a more uncertain private one. I also bring particular attention to intercultural relationships and cross-cultural identity, informed by my own doctoral research and background working across cultures. If you are looking for a therapist who will engage directly, take your patterns seriously, and hold you accountable to real change rather than surface-level coping strategies, I would be glad to work with you.

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.

I’m Cindy Watson, LISW-CP, and I believe therapy should be a safe, supportive space where you can be heard, understood, and accepted without judgment. Reaching out for therapy can be difficult, and I want my clients to feel comfortable being their authentic selves while we work together toward meaningful change. I work with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, grief and loss, trauma, life transitions, stress, and other concerns that can make life feel overwhelming. I also have experience helping clients navigate difficult relationships, self-esteem challenges, and patterns that may be keeping them from living the life they want. My approach is compassionate, practical, and individualized. I recognize that there is no one-size-fits-all approach to therapy, so I meet you where you are and collaborate with you to identify your goals and the tools that will be most helpful. I draw from evidence-based approaches, including cognitive behavioral therapy, while tailoring treatment to each person's unique needs and experiences. My goal is not simply to help you get through a difficult season, but to help you better understand yourself, develop healthier coping skills, strengthen your relationships, and recognize the strengths you already possess. You don't have to have everything figured out before you begin. We can start wherever you are and take it one step at a time.

Hi! I’m Arley Gordon, LCSW, LISW-CP, a licensed therapist offering compassionate, inclusive support for adolescents, adults, and parents. My approach is rooted in trust, empathy, curiosity, and genuine care, and I believe meaningful change begins in a safe, supportive relationship where you feel seen and understood. I’m committed to walking alongside you as you grow, heal, and deepen your self-understanding.

I am a compassionate and down-to-earth therapist who believes that therapy should be a place where you feel comfortable, understood and able to be yourself. I have extensive experience working with children, adolescents, young adults, and families, and I strive to create a supportive environment where even difficult topics feel easier to talk about. I also believe there is room for appropriate humor, during therapy, sometimes being able to smile or laugh together can make the hard work feel a little less overwhelming. What you see in session, the laid back, goofy but can be blunt person is who you'd meet on the street if you saw me in public. Serious when serious is needed.

I am licensed in three states (NY, NC, and SC) and have 8 years total of clinical experience. My career started in North Carolina when I got my Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Western Carolina University and completed my internship serving as a counselor in an inpatient substance use treatment facility. After that, most of my career was spent serving diverse populations in New York City, in multiple settings of care including substance use treatment and community mental health treatment facilities, and private practice settings. I worked with a heavily diverse, international, and multicultural population from many backgrounds. Over time I had immersive experience building a niche working with LGBTQ+ clients, with a particularly strong following of gay men navigating complexities in their identity, sexuality, and interpersonal relationships. I also worked with clients from all walks of life navigating concerns around trauma, addiction, mood disorders, major life transitions, and concerns regarding intimate relationships. I consider my counseling approach to be ecletic. I incorperate concepts from many different modalities and adapt them to the unique needs and personalities of my clients. Some of the major counseling theories I draw from include Person-centered therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Cognative Behavioral Therapy, Dialectal Behavioral Therapy, Positive Psychology, and many others.

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.

Life can be challenging, but you don't have to navigate it alone. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, struggling with depression, processing past trauma, facing relationship difficulties, or simply feeling stuck, I provide a supportive and nonjudgmental space where you can be yourself and focus on healing and growth. I'm Ta'Meka Gethers, MA, LPC, NCC, a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 20 years of experience helping children, adolescents, adults, older adults, and families overcome obstacles and build healthier, more fulfilling lives. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and tailored to your unique needs. I believe that every person has strengths they can draw upon, even during life's most difficult seasons. Together, we'll work to better understand your experiences, develop practical coping skills, and create meaningful change that aligns with your goals and values. My goal is to help you feel empowered, supported, and confident in your ability to move forward.

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.

Hi! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Tennessee (LCSW), Massachusetts (LICSW), Maine (LCSW), and South Carolina (LCSW) with over 20 years of experience guiding individuals through life's challenges. I understand that life's path isn't always straight; transitions, trauma, grief, depression, and relationship struggles are real. I believe in the transformative power of collaboration and growth. With a MA in Social Work from Georgia State University and dual BAs from UMBC, my diverse background equips me to provide tailored therapy and counseling. My compassionate, non-judgmental, honest, and down-to-earth approach creates a safe space where I walk beside you on your journey to healing and growth. NOT CURRENTLY OPEN TO COUPLES.

I’m Dr. Nwabu, a Licensed Professional Counselor who believes that healing begins when you have a safe space to slow down, be honest with yourself, and reconnect with who you are. My practice is grounded in the belief that you already carry wisdom within you, and my role is to help you access it with greater clarity, compassion, and confidence. I work with adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, life transitions, identity, self-worth, and the emotional demands of leadership and everyday life. My approach is trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and centered on the whole person. Depending on your needs, our work may include mindfulness, somatic awareness, reflection, emotional regulation, and practical strategies for creating meaningful change. I strive to create a therapeutic environment where you can show up authentically, without judgment or pressure to have everything figured out. My guiding philosophy is simple: You Hold the Answers, I Hold the Space™.

I’m Dr. DaQuana Mack, DSW, LISW-CP, a licensed clinical social worker and the founder of Helping Other Pursue Excellence, LLC, a mental health clinic dedicated to supporting individuals through life’s challenges. I would describe myself as compassionate, approachable, genuine, and nonjudgmental. I believe in creating a safe space where you can be heard, understood, and supported without feeling judged. My approach is collaborative and client-centered. I meet you where you are, help you recognize your strengths, and work with you to develop practical tools for moving forward. My goal is not to tell you how to live your life, but to walk alongside you as you discover your own path toward healing, growth, and excellence.

Baddies have bad days too. You may look confident, capable, and put together on the outside while quietly struggling underneath. I work with adults navigating heartbreak, relationship concerns, trauma, anxiety, and low self esteem. I provide a warm and honest space where you can put down the pressure to have it all together, work through what is hurting, and begin feeling like yourself again.

I’m a warm, down-to-earth therapist with more than 15 years of experience helping people navigate anxiety, trauma, relationship challenges, major life transitions, grief, burnout, emotional overwhelm, and the seasons of life when everything simply feels like a lot. My background is a little different from the traditional therapy path. I’ve worked in schools, community mental health, and crisis intervention settings. I’ve supported veterans, first responders, survivors of trauma and abuse, neurodivergent individuals, parents, professionals, and people facing some of life’s hardest moments. These experiences have taught me how to stay grounded when things feel chaotic and why it’s so important to see the whole person - not simply a diagnosis or list of symptoms. My style is conversational, collaborative, and practical. I’ll give you space to process, but I’m not a therapist who simply nods and asks, “How does that make you feel?” We’ll get curious about patterns, relationships, boundaries, past experiences, and the things that keep showing up in your life. We’ll explore where those patterns came from, how they affect you now, and what you may want to change. I believe insight is only part of the work. Together, we’ll develop practical strategies you can use outside of therapy to manage anxiety, regulate emotions, improve communication, strengthen relationships, establish boundaries, and navigate difficult seasons. You don’t need to know exactly what you need from therapy before you begin. Sometimes it starts with simply recognizing that something isn’t working anymore. My role isn’t to tell you how to live your life - it’s to help you understand yourself more clearly, build skills and confidence, and create meaningful change.

Welcome! I’m Rachel. Are you struggling with a difficult life situation? Are you looking for lasting and meaningful change? I’d like to provide you with a supportive space to deal with what is occurring in your life. Dealing with the stresses and challenges of everyday life can be hard, and when you add in relationship issues, anxiety or depression, or personal struggles – it can be overwhelming. If you’re looking for extra support and guidance through a challenging situation, or you’re just ready to move in a new direction in your life, I look forward to helping you achieve your goals. I will encourage you to be kind to your body and mind as you work to solve your problems. I am a firm believer in the mind-body connection. My clients are encouraged to be diligent about routine medical care, and I often consult with healthcare workers and fitness experts to gain insight and knowledge for my clients. When you feel better about yourself, you can feel more optimistic about the future. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy takes courage and I am proud of you for getting started. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I enjoy helping people and truly believe that every individual deserves to lead a happy, fulfilling life. Let’s work together!

The Founder/CEO of the Healing Journey Counseling & Consulting LLC. She is a talented and transformative Licensed Mental Health Counselor who enjoys the rewarding experience of problem solving, encouraging, and motivating others to live their lives to the fullest! I believe in empowering individuals to overcome their challenges utilizing evidenced based interventions and a myriad of life changing experiences. This leads to positive outcomes. I enjoy counseling with all individuals, groups, ages, and mental health disorders.

I’m Kimberly Bryce, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and founder of Bloom Therapy and Wellness. I have five years of experience in mental and behavioral health, providing therapy since 2023. I work with people who feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or caught in patterns they’re ready to change. My style is warm, direct, and collaborative. I ask thoughtful questions, help you connect the dots, and work with you to find practical ways forward. Cultural responsiveness is central to my approach, with space for your identity, background, and lived experiences throughout our work together.

Hiya. My name is Sejal Patel, and I am currently licensed in North and South Carolina, as a LMFT. As a therapist, I show curiosity when my client(s), families, and couples ask me for guidance. Majority of my clients', share the assumption, because I am a therapist, I experience minimal challenges in life and relationships. I wish that was true. My professional education and knowledge has been helpful and useful. Truthfully, the lessons I learned by experiencing failures, challenges, and struggles of life are the true heroes to how I find my solutions. I welcome your curiosity to a collaborative process that combines my professional expertise, your life experience knowledge, and the power of creative solutions.

Hi, I’m Shaleatha Brown, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and U.S. Army veteran. I work with adolescents and adults navigating anxiety, depression, grief and loss, trauma, stress, relationship challenges, self-esteem concerns, emotional regulation, and life transitions. My approach to therapy is warm, down-to-earth, compassionate, and nonjudgmental. I understand that life can sometimes leave us feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure of what to do next. Whether you are facing a difficult transition, struggling with your emotions, working through painful experiences, or simply wanting to better understand yourself, therapy can provide a space to slow down, reflect, and begin moving forward. My professional and life experiences have taught me the importance of resilience, perseverance, and meeting people where they are. I believe therapy should be a place where you can show up as yourself without feeling like you have to have everything figured out. I use evidence-based approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, mindfulness, and trauma-informed care. Most importantly, I tailor therapy to you. My goal is to help you better understand yourself, recognize your strengths, develop practical tools, and make changes that support the life you want to create.

Life can feel heavy when you are carrying anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, or emotional pain while still trying to show up for yourself and the people who depend on you. You may feel overwhelmed, irritable, numb, tearful, disconnected, or unsure how to move forward. In therapy, I offer a calm, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where you can unpack what you have been holding, better understand your emotions, and learn practical tools to manage life in a healthier way. Together, we will work toward helping you feel more grounded, emotionally balanced, and confident as you navigate healing, growth, and life transitions. When you are ready to take the next step toward feeling more like yourself again, I am here to support you.

Dr. Gadson is a Bilingual “Spanish and English” African American/Black Psychological Therapist with a Doctorate Degree. I work with clients of all ages and backgrounds with different behavioral needs. With an in-depth understanding of psychological disorders, treatment techniques, diagnosis, interventions, and referrals. This includes assessing and psychological testing with multiple disciplinary teams in Primary Care, Integrated Care, and mental health settings.

Hi, I’m Jonny. I’ve been practicing as a clinician in Western North Carolina since 2016, beginning in community mental health with children and families before transitioning to private practice with adults. That background shaped my core belief that mental healthcare should be accessible, humane, and deeply personal. In my practice, I offer a warm, collaborative space where we balance practical, incremental steps with your bigger-picture goals for meaningful growth. I’d love to connect and talk about what we can accomplish together.

I am a doctoral-level licensed clinical social worker with over a decade of experience supporting women through life's harder moments. I work with adults navigating anxiety, depression, identity, and the weight of expectations that rarely let up. My approach is direct, grounded, and free of judgment. I believe good therapy meets you where you are. I practice in North Carolina, South Carolina, and Delaware via telehealth.