Find a therapist in Mount Pleasant, SC — covered by insurance
Top therapists in Mount Pleasant, SC accepting new patients
Mount Pleasant therapy with Headway means access to 1,313 licensed providers treating anxiety, depression, PTSD, and more. Sessions start within two weeks, many with free initial consultations. Whether you're in Old Village or beyond, get covered care with 70+ national insurance plans accepted.
As a child, adolescent and adult counselor, I am passionate about helping others through life's challenges. My goal is to provide a safe space to support growth, transparency, and change. I work with individuals, families and couples to facilitate goals, provide coping skills, and improve overall understanding of how to utilize these in everyday life, school, and home. Before becoming an LPC I was a certified Pastoral Counselor specializing in marriage. Certification was from Liberty University in 2008.
Immediate availability for new patients! I prescribe medicine, supplements, minerals, and/or herbs to children and adults who struggle with anxiety, autism, ADHD (in children), OCD, depression, addiction, bipolar etc. I will work with your therapist or help find one who is a good fit for you!
I'm Michelle Smith — LPC, MA in Professional Counseling, and your biggest advocate before you've even said a word. I chose this work because I genuinely believe that every person who walks through the door carries something worth fighting for, and I want to be in your corner while you fight for it. I specialize in working with people who are anxious, exhausted, grieving, or just quietly wondering if things can ever feel different. Spoiler: they can. Whether you're carrying old wounds, navigating a hard season, or searching for something that feels like hope — I'm here for all of it. You have immense value and purpose, and my job is to help you remember that.
After retiring from the Army, I went back to school to obtain my masters of Social Work to help others who suffer from trauma and depression. My biggest inspiration for wanting to help others is the help that I have received along the way. It was after seeing my therapist who helped to guide me through gender, dysphoria, and my transition, that I begin my path that has led me here, wanting to help others. My guiding philosophy is that you deserve to treat yourself as good if not better than anyone else. When you feel good, others will feel good too.
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I have been working as a counselor for approximately 8 years. I started my career as a mental health technician in a psychiatric hospital and moved into private practice from there. I graduated from Webster University with a Master's in Counseling.
Deciding on a therapist can be overwhelming. You have many choices . It is important that you select someone that you believe can best guide and support you. I am a Clinical Social Worker who will focus on your needs today and help you develop a plan for improving your future, My experience is based in Reality Therapy that helps you work through issues that have put stress, anxiety, and relationship strain on your daily life. I will help you develop communication skills you may need to over come life's chaos. I help adults and sometimes their families who are seeking a better life balance to overcome anxiety, stress, depression, and real life changes such as separation, divorce, grief and communication issues. It is important that you connect with a therapist you feel comfortable with and believe you can trust to focus and provide the guidance you need to improve your life today. As your therapist I very much want that for you.
My journey began as a deeply personal quest for healing, shaped by significant challenges such as abandonment, neglect, and trauma. Overcoming hardships like poverty, familial substance abuse, and toxic relationships led me to a lifelong struggle with anxiety and feelings of isolation. In my search for relief, I explored countless self-help resources, pursued degrees in psychology, and experimented with therapeutic techniques, yet nothing seemed to offer lasting change.
Everything shifted for me about three years ago when I experienced a transformative moment that inspired the creation of the Blue Lotus Approach. This method has not only helped me heal but has also profoundly impacted my clients, guiding them toward self-awareness and resilience.
I am a Doctor of Nursing Practice and a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, passionate about helping people find balance, healing, and peace of mind. I understand that reaching out for help can be a difficult decision, and my goal is to create a space where you feel genuinely heard, supported, and understood. I have personal and professional experience treating substance abuse, depression, and grief, and my passion is to help those who struggle.
About our therapists located within 20 miles of Mount Pleasant, SC
- 100%Anxiety
- 95%Depression
- 86%Stress management
- 86%Trauma
- 82%Grief or loss
- 100%Aetna
- 86%Cigna
- 82%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 36%Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network
- 32%Blue Cross and Blue Shield of South Carolina
- 100%English
- 5%Hindi
- 95%In-person or online
- 5%In-person only
- 82%Woman
- 18%Man
- 59%Licensed Professional Counselor
- 32%Licensed independent social worker–clinical practice
- 5%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
- 5%Psychologist
- 100%Individual therapy
- 32%Couples therapy
- 32%Family therapy
- 9%Child or adolescent therapy
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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 Mental Health Therapist in Mount Pleasant, SC
Searching for therapists in Mount Pleasant starts with knowing what kind of support you want. Therapists can help with concerns like anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship stress, and life transitions. As you compare options, look for a therapist whose listed specialties, training, and approach match your needs. Provider bios can help you understand whether a therapist uses approaches like cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, eye movement desensitization and reprocessing, or acceptance and commitment therapy.
Mount Pleasant has local therapy options, but the number of in-person appointments may vary by neighborhood, schedule, and specialty. Virtual therapy can expand your choices across South Carolina while still keeping care covered by your plan, when your benefits include virtual visits. As you narrow your search, consider whether a therapist is accepting new patients, offers appointment times that fit your calendar, provides a free phone consultation, or has a communication style that feels like a good match. Reading profiles before booking can help you see how each therapist describes their approach and what to expect in a first session.
Therapy in Mount Pleasant can be a significant expense without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and understand what you may pay before care begins. Headway helps you search for therapists who accept a wide range of insurance plans, verify your benefits, view estimated out-of-pocket costs, and book directly when you’re ready.
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