Find a therapist in Summerville, SC — covered by insurance
Top therapists in Summerville, SC accepting new patients
Find mental health support in Summerville across neighborhoods like Dorchester, Old Summerville, and Merthyr Village. Headway connects you with 1,364 licensed providers offering talk therapy and medication management, with many accepting insurance to help reduce your costs.
Have you been trying to find the root cause of your symptoms? Are you stuck repeating the same old habits and patterns and don't know what to do? Is anxiety, stress, depression and trauma weighing you down and you just want to feel better? You are in the right place! My approach to therapy is eclectic, using a variety of techniques to meet your needs. You will not only learn why you are the way you are but gain effective and transformative skills to calm the nervous system, release negative thoughts and feelings and finally see significant change in your behavior. Supporting clients to THRIVE, not just survive is my specialty. I have been in the mental health field for over 30 years in various levels of care and in private practice for over 18.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (with 21 years of medical experience) specializing in grief, trauma, life transitions, and the emotional impact of medical emergencies on individuals, families. As a counselor, I provide a safe, steady space to process what you’ve been through, make sense of the pain, and begin healing at your own pace—so you can reconnect with yourself, restore meaning, and move forward with greater clarity, strength, and hope.
I have been practicing as a licensed therapist for 10 years and specialize in helping people reclaim their lives by healing from the pain of trauma, anxiety, and depression. I am trained as a clinical mental health counselor with additional specializations in play therapy and trauma focused work. I work with all populations from preteen into adulthood.
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.
I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW/LISW‐CP) with more than 16 years of experience supporting children, adolescents, adults, families, and high‐stress professionals. I earned my Master of Social Work from the University of South Carolina with a concentration in Individuals, Families, and Groups. I later completed a Play Therapist Training Program at Old Dominion University Norfolk, Virginia, and I am a Registered Play Therapist Supervisor (RPT‐S).
My career has been rooted in service, leadership, trauma informed care and crisis‐responsive care. Across these roles, I’ve provided therapy, crisis intervention, diagnostic assessments, supervision, and program oversight. I’ve supported individuals navigating PTSD, anxiety, depression, burnout, family conflict, trauma histories, and major life transitions.
My background allows me to understand both the clinical and human sides of stress, trauma, and resilience.
Hey there! I'm Candace Ferguson, LPC-S, founder of Willow Haven Counseling LLC. I earned my Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Wilmington University in 2017 and have since obtained my Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor (LPC-S) credentials.
I work with adolescents, adults, and couples experiencing anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship challenges, trauma, self-esteem concerns, stress, and grief.
Hello I hope this message finds you well. My name is Desiree Bishop and I am dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence-based support when life feels most challenging. With a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and over seven years of specialized experience, I blend deep clinical expertise with genuine empathy to help you navigate your healing journey.
My foundational work providing intensive therapy within the correctional and community mental health systems instilled in me a profound respect for human resilience. These experiences taught me to meet every client exactly where they are—entirely free of judgment.
My Specialties
Today, I proudly serve the Horry County community, partnering with individuals to manage complex mental health concerns, including:
- Mood Disorders: Depression, Anxiety, and Bipolar Disorder
- Dual Diagnoses & Complex Needs
- Life Transitions: Grief, loss, and building emotional strength
- Personality Challenges
About our therapists located within 20 miles of Summerville, SC
- 100%Anxiety
- 96%Depression
- 88%Stress management
- 85%Trauma
- 100%Aetna
- 92%Cigna
- 77%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 50%Providence Health Plan
- 31%Oxford
- 100%English
- 4%Hindi
- 4%Spanish
- 96%In-person or online
- 4%In-person only
- 81%Woman
- 19%Man
- 69%Licensed Professional Counselor
- 19%Licensed independent social worker–clinical practice
- 8%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
- 4%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
- 100%Individual therapy
- 38%Couples therapy
- 35%Family therapy
- 19%Child or adolescent therapy
Frequently asked questions
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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 Summerville, SC
Searching for therapists in Summerville starts with finding someone whose training matches what you want support with. People often look for therapy for anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, grief, work stress, or life transitions. As you compare therapists, look for listed specialties and approaches that fit your needs. Some therapists focus on methods like cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, eye movement desensitization and reprocessing, or acceptance and commitment therapy. Others may highlight experience with couples therapy, marriage counseling in Summerville, Christian counseling, or support for specific life stages.
In a smaller city like Summerville, local therapist availability may vary by neighborhood, schedule, and specialty. Virtual sessions can expand your options while still letting you work with a therapist licensed in South Carolina. If in-person care matters to you, consider office location, commute time, and appointment times that fit your week. It also helps to confirm whether a therapist is accepting new patients, offers a free phone consultation, and provides the type of session structure you prefer. Reading therapist profiles before booking can show how each therapist describes their style, communication approach, and areas of focus.
Therapy in Summerville can be a significant cost without insurance, and using in-network coverage is one of the most reliable ways to lower session costs. Headway helps you search for therapists, counselors, and psychologists who match your preferences, are accepting new patients, and may accept your insurance. You can enter your insurance details to see estimated out-of-pocket costs before booking. From there, you can compare profiles, review specialties, choose virtual or in-person care, and book directly when you’re ready.
If you're experiencing or worried about violence, threats, or coercion in your relationship, couples therapy isn't usually the right starting point — individual support is safer. The National Domestic Violence Hotline (1-800-799-7233, or text START to 88788\) can help you think through next steps.
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