Desiree Bishop

I became a therapist because I saw resilience in the most unlikely places. My foundation is in correctional and community mental health work — settings where people are often written off, where hope is in short supply, and where the work of healing matters most. That experience shaped how I practice: with zero judgment, complete presence, and an unwavering belief in people's capacity to change.

I specialize in anxiety, depression, grief, and trauma, serving adolescents and adults in Horry County and across South Carolina. As a Black female therapist, I bring cultural awareness and lived experience to the work — creating a space where you don't have to explain yourself before we can begin.

I often remind my clients: You are still here. That is proof your story isn't over.

My approach is trauma-informed and built around you — not a protocol. I use Trauma-Focused CBT to address specific trauma responses that still affect how you function today. Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) builds the awareness and regulation skills that help you interrupt unhelpful thought patterns before they take over. CBT addresses the thought-feeling-behavior connections driving anxiety and depression. Solution-Focused Brief Therapy keeps us oriented toward where you want to go, not just where you've been.

Your past doesn't dictate your future. That's not a platitude — it's the foundation of how I work.

Our first session is about understanding your full story — not just the presenting problem, but who you are, what you've been through, and what matters most to you right now. I'll ask about your history, your current challenges, and what you're hoping changes.

In our second session, we move from listening to building — defining your goals and creating a plan that's actually tailored to your life.

After that, the real work begins. You'll leave each session with practical tools, clearer perspective, and the kind of progress that doesn't require a perfect week to stick.