Find a Therapist in Myrtle Beach, SC

If what happened to you still shows up in your body, your sleep, or your relationships, that is not weakness. It is your mind and body trying to keep you safe, and healing is possible. I have spent several years supporting teens and adults through trauma, including survivors of sex trafficking, sexual assault, domestic and interpersonal violence, and childhood abuse. I also work with helping professionals who are feeling the weight of burnout. I am a Certified Clinical Trauma Specialist, and I am trained in trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and narrative exposure therapy. I also draw on internal family systems and solution-focused work. My practice is trauma-informed and strengths-based. That means you set the pace, your safety comes first, and we build on the resilience that has already carried you this far. Beyond trauma, I help with anxiety, depression, grief, family conflict, and life transitions. You deserve a space where you are believed and supported, and I would be honored to walk alongside you.

Constantly thinking about food, your body, or what you “should” eat is exhausting. Recovery is possible, and you deserve support that sees the whole you, not just the symptoms. Much of my clinical experience has been with teens and adults struggling with eating-related challenges, often alongside anxiety, depression, or low self-esteem. I also love helping people through life transitions and the stress that comes with them. I take a person-centered approach, which means I see you as the expert on your own experience. My role is to help you notice the strengths, values, and resources you already have and use them to move forward. Depending on your needs, we may use acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), or motivational interviewing together. You can expect warmth, patience, and a pace that feels right to you. If food, your body, or your sense of self has started to feel like a constant battle, you do not have to keep fighting it alone.

As someone who lives with attention-deficit hyperactivity (ADHD) and comes from 25+ years of working in corporate America, I understand how a heightened, stressed, and overstimulated environment effects the mind, body, and spirit. For those seeking a deeper level of healing, my work is rooted in what I call The Grasoma Method™ (GRAY-so-ma) — a grace-based, somatic approach that integrates body awareness, emotional processing, and faith. It gently reconnects the body, mind, soul, and identity so people can live from who they truly are rather than from what they had to survive. Grace opens the door to understanding our humanity. By focusing on our thoughts, we also pay attention to how stress, anxiety, and emotional experiences are held in the body. This allows clients to gain clarity, become more aware of what has been weighing on them, and begin to process it in ways that lead to lasting change. Faith is integrated into this process in a way that feels natural to the client, respectful, and never forced—creating space for both emotional and spiritual healing when desired by the client. This approach is especially helpful for individuals who feel overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected—despite appearing to have it all together. Understanding the story. Honoring the person. Supporting the healing.

Big feelings can be hard to put into words, especially for kids. Sometimes the best way in is through play, art, or simply a safe person who really listens. I am especially passionate about working with children and teens, and I also see adults and families. Kids often show us how they feel through play or art when words do not quite fit, so I bring play-based techniques into our sessions alongside talk therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). My style is person-centered and collaborative, built on empathy, authenticity, and respect for your story. I want therapy to feel like a safe, accepting space where you or your child can explore emotions at your own pace. Together we can work on anxiety, self-esteem, school stress, social challenges, or the effects of trauma. Parents are an important part of the process, and I am glad to partner with you so the progress made in session carries over at home.

My approach to therapy is grounded in warmth, collaboration, and genuine connection. I strive to create a space where you feel safe, understood, and never judged—one where you can speak openly about what’s weighing on you and feel supported as you make sense of your experiences. I believe that you are the expert on your own life, and my role is to walk alongside you, helping you recognize your strengths, gain clarity, and build tools that feel authentic and sustainable for you. Our work together is not about being told what to do, but about exploring patterns, emotions, and challenges at your own pace, with curiosity and compassion. I work with children, teens, and parents navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, identity concerns, self-esteem, and life transitions, and I provide services in both English and Spanish to ensure care feels accessible and culturally responsive. You can expect me to be engaged, supportive, and present—balancing professional guidance with a down-to-earth, human approach. If you’re looking for a therapist who will truly listen, collaborate with you, and support you in moving toward a more grounded and hopeful place, I would be honored to be part of your journey.

I have been a licensed clinical social worker for 30 years. My practice is in a comfortable setting in my home. I love working with clients to explore their needs and wants. I ask questions to guide clients to use therapy to resolve problems, build self-esteem, and improve their lives. I am a good listener.

I specialize in helping individuals, couples, and families in getting the help they need to cope with stress, behavior problems, and communication. I have been in clinical practice for over 40 years, and since 2001, have been on the faculty at the University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW), teaching psychotherapy for adults, couples, families, and children. I work with adults who are experiencing depression, anxiety, anger management; with couples who are needing to deal with marital issues, and families who are experiencing child management problems. My goal is not only to help you resolve difficult issues in your life, but to support you in enriching your life.

Effective treatment inspires measurable positive change. My approach to therapy is to provide empirically based interventions in a warm, collaborative and transparent manner. I also teach mindfulness and behavior change strategies to promote psychological flexibility and therefore overall well-being. MiMo Psychotherapy Group offers a fully adherent DBT program for adolescents, families and adults wanting to improve interpersonal skills as well as distress tolerance skills and emotion regulation skills.

My approach is an intuitive one; I tend to start where the client is and go from there. I have thirty years of education on various therapy modalities, and bits of all these emerge as I’m working with an individual. Whether you’re coming for some deep soul searching to evolve to your best self, or are in the depths of the most shattering upheaval, I’ll gratefully walk beside you and guide you toward the next steps. I believe you have the answers inside you. I’m a natural listener, and extremely curious about the world around me and all its beautiful inhabitants.

Are you ready to just give up? You feel alone and exhausted. You wake up every morning hoping something will change, but nothing does. You have the same hopeless thoughts and deep fears of loneliness, You're finally ready to take that first step and make a change. You're tired of feeling exhausted, anxious, depressed, and simply, stuck! You want to regain control over your life. You want to live a life that’s more balanced, happy, and authentic. You want to start over and create a world where you feel in control.

I believe therapy is most effective when it feels like a collaborative partnership where you feel heard, supported, and empowered to grow. My approach is warm, compassionate, and practical, while also creating space for honest conversations and meaningful self-reflection. I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Georgia, and I specialize in helping individuals understand their attachment styles and relationship patterns, particularly how past experiences in romantic relationships, family dynamics, and learned beliefs influence the way they connect with themselves and others. Whether you're navigating relationship anxiety, fear of abandonment, people-pleasing, difficulty setting boundaries, or recurring patterns in dating and relationships, we'll work together to explore what may be contributing to these challenges. My goal is to help you move beyond simply recognizing your patterns to understanding where they come from and developing healthier ways of responding. Together, we'll work toward greater emotional awareness, stronger boundaries, improved communication, and more secure, fulfilling relationships with yourself and others.

I believe everyone has the innate ability to grow throughout their lives. I facilitate this process so you can find and stay on your path.