Find a therapist in Charleston, SC — covered by insurance
Top therapists in Charleston, SC accepting new patients
Charleston's mental healthcare landscape is evolving, and Headway is leading the way. Our network of 1,353 providers serves residents throughout the city—including neighborhoods like the East Side, downtown, and West Ashley—offering talk therapy and medication management support. Sessions are flexible, covered by insurance, and designed to fit your life.
I earned my Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from California University of Pennsylvania in 2020. Since then, I’ve worked with children and adults facing depression, anxiety, trauma, eating disorders, and some substance use, also at a psychiatrist hospital and with youth in the juvenile system. I’m a first-generation Nigerian American and the creative “black sheep” of my family. I bring empathy, authenticity, and individuality into my therapy practice, helping clients heal and grow.
The decision to start therapy is a courageous one. I create an open and safe environment for you to embark on your therapeutic journey. In my practice I take a strength-based approach to help you learn and grow. I am interested in exploring who you are as an individual and helping you get where you want to be. Together I hope to build a respectful and collaborative therapeutic alliance.
I'm Sam — I work with teens and adults navigating some of life's harder chapters. I've had the chance to work with people carrying anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD, relationship stress, and the kind of slow-burn exhaustion that builds when life isn't matching the life you imagined. What matters most to me is that you feel like yourself in the room (or on the screen) — not performing okayness, not bracing for judgment. I'm newer to the field, which means my training is current and evidence-based, and I bring genuine enthusiasm to this work rather than going through the motions. I offer a sliding scale for those who need it. Sessions are available virtually across South Carolina.
I am a Licensed Independent Social Worker-Clinical Practice with experience in supporting individuals and families through life's most challenging moments. My background includes case management, child and family services, and hospital-based social work within a Level I trauma center. I specialize in helping clients navigate crisis, trauma, and emotional distress with compassion, clarity, and evidence-based care.
l earned my Master's in Social Work from the University of South Carolina. My therapeutic approach integrates cognitive behavioral therapy and emotionally focused therapy to help clients build emotional awareness, strengthen coping skills, and foster healthy connections.
I graduated from Simmons School of Social Work with my MSW with a concentration on trauma treatment. I completed my internship at a community mental health center where I worked as a child trauma clinician. I then spent two years working in a child advocacy center where I was a child therapist and forensic interviewer. I am trained and certified in trauma focused cognitive behavioral therapy (TF-CBT) and problematic sexual behavior cognitive behavioral therapy for children ages 7-12 (PSB-CBT).
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 20-year of experience in Mental Health. Has worked in Outpatient and Inpatient settings.
Specialized in PTSD, ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, MDD, Schizophrenia and Adjustment disorders.
Spravato (Esketamine) treatment available in the practice.
Accepting new patients.
About our therapists located within 20 miles of Charleston, SC
- 100%Anxiety
- 96%Depression
- 89%Stress management
- 89%Trauma
- 82%Grief or loss
- 100%Aetna
- 86%Cigna
- 75%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 43%Providence Health Plan
- 36%Oxford
- 100%English
- 4%Hindi
- 96%In-person or online
- 4%In-person only
- 82%Woman
- 18%Man
- 61%Licensed Professional Counselor
- 32%Licensed independent social worker–clinical practice
- 4%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
- 4%Psychologist
- 100%Individual therapy
- 43%Family therapy
- 36%Couples therapy
- 14%Child or adolescent therapy
Frequently asked questions
Find the right therapist for you
Headway makes it easy to find support for your mental health — from finding the right provider, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.
Factors to Consider When Choosing a Therapist in Charleston, SC
Searching for therapists in Charleston starts with knowing what kind of support you want and which therapist specialties match your needs. Charleston therapists may work with concerns like anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, grief, stress, and life transitions. As you compare options, look for a therapist whose listed specialties, therapy approach, and experience match what you want to address. Bios can also show whether a therapist uses approaches like cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, trauma-informed care, or other forms of support.
In a smaller city like Charleston, local appointment options may vary by neighborhood, schedule, and specialty. Virtual therapy can expand your search beyond nearby offices while still connecting you with a therapist licensed in South Carolina. When comparing Charleston counseling options, consider whether a therapist is accepting new patients, offers appointment times that fit your calendar, and provides a free phone consultation. Reading profiles before booking can help you understand each therapist’s communication style, session structure, and areas of focus.
Therapy in Charleston, SC can be a significant investment without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and make mental health care more affordable. Headway helps you search for a Charleston, SC therapist who matches your needs, takes your insurance, and offers upfront cost estimates before you book. You can browse therapists, review bios, compare virtual and in-person options, and book directly when you’re ready.
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