Dr. Jennifer Elkins

Dr. Elkins is a licensed professional counselor and supervisor (LPCS) specializing in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma Focused-CBT, and Play Therapy (RPTS). After moving with her family to the Simpsonville area in 2015, Jennifer has maintained a limited caseload along with supervising other counselors in the Pee Dee office that she established in 2005.

With over 26 years experience in the counseling field and as a professor of Psychology, Dr Elkins is currently serving as private practitioner working with a broad spectrum of clients. Among her areas of expertise are working with children from ages 3 and up; individuals with developmental disabilities; individuals with mood disorders; individuals with anxiety disorders; behavioral disorders in children; medical issues in adults and children (especially Type 1 Diabetes); trauma; and grief.

Dr Elkins provides support and practical feedback to help clients effectively address personal life challenges. She integrates complementary methodologies and techniques to offer a highly personalized approach tailored to each client. With compassion and understanding, she works with each individual to help them build on their strengths and attain the personal growth they are committed to accomplishing.

Licenses & Certifications:

SC Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) #4156

SC Licensed Professional Counselor (LPCS) #4982

Registered Play Therapist/ Supervisor (RPTS) S1497

I use a Cognitive Behavioral approach for many of the issues facing my clients. Because I also work with children, I use a Child Centered Play Therapy, Autplay, or Cognitive Behavioral Play Therapy approach with appropriate individuals/ issues.

Life isn’t always easy. Sometimes, even the strongest people amongst us need a little bit of help to work through some of life’s more challenging problems. Everyone has battles to fight and hurdles to overcome at some point. Whether you struggle with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, or any other issue, you should know that there is hope for a better tomorrow. I’m confident that no problem is too great to overcome. Through counseling, there is always a way to address the issues you face and learn coping strategies to help you both right now and in the future.