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Top therapists in South Carolina accepting new patients

Find mental health support across South Carolina with 1,526 licensed providers offering flexible in-person and virtual sessions. Headway accepts 70+ insurance plans nationally, helping you access care while keeping costs manageable—many patients pay as little as $0 per session with insurance coverage.

Andrea Muchmore

Andrea Muchmore

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“She is known for creating a supportive, nonjudgmental space where clients feel understood while also being gently challenged to make meaningful, sustainable changes.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Maylin Gonzalez

Maylin Gonzalez

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“I offer a calm, supportive space where you can slow down, make sense of what you're feeling, and reconnect with yourself—without judgment or pressure to "have it all figured out."”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Candace Ferguson

Candace Ferguson

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


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.

Anxiety, Depression, Maternal mental health, Panic disorders, PTSD
Challenging, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Charla Lineman

Charla Lineman

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“My approach is relational and somatic (body based) considering family of origin, attachment and emotions with you leading the way.”
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Panic disorders, Relationship issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Crystal Martinez

Crystal Martinez

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Columbia, SC


My background is in all aspects of mental health and substance abuse.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Anita Isaac

Anita Isaac

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“Therapy with me is collaborative, practical, and personalized. I do not believe in a one-size-fits-all approach.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Courtnie Vargas-Rodriguez

Courtnie Vargas-Rodriguez

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“I don't use a "1 size fits all" therapeutic approach and try to work with the client where they are at.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Larry Pierson

Larry Pierson

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“You will experience a warm, nonjudgmental opportunity to express and verbalize feelings, emotions, and facts related to ones perception and experiences.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Christine Conti

Christine Conti

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“Healing isn't about forgetting what happened—it's about helping your nervous system recognize that you are safe now.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Jacquesta Michel

Jacquesta Michel

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“My approach is empowering and directive. I allow clients to be the expert in regards to their lives.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Creative, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mike Rintelman

Mike Rintelman

Therapist

Virtual • Florence, SC


“Clients will end each session with some practical skills designed to move one towards the resolution of issues.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Men's issues
Creative, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Teal Garvin

Teal Garvin

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“I believe in assisting client in getting to the solution which can be found through facilitating a process of self-discovery.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Dr. Mitchell Roth

Dr. Mitchell Roth

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“I provide unconditional positive regard, knowing that we are all just "Bozo's on the bus" doing the best we can.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Madeline Key

Madeline Key

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“I believe you were meant to live a full life; one free of anxiety and full of purpose and connection.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, PTSD
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alonda Callender

Alonda Callender

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“I offer a compassionate place for individuals to sort through whatever is keeping them from experiencing life's best.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Heather Mann

Heather Mann

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“I believe in empowering every unique individual to find their strengths to accomplish their goals for counseling.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD
Affirming, Creative, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ben Waller

Ben Waller

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Columbia, SC


“As we begin to look at and reflect on our story with curiosity and kindness, we can begin to make profound changes in our lives.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Shawanda Cobb

Shawanda Cobb

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Relationship issues, Stress management
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Marlie Stuart

Marlie Stuart

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“Therapy is a collaborative process where you're the expert on you and I'm the expert on mental health.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, OCD, Relationship issues
Challenging, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Kala Bailey

Kala Bailey

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“I enjoy helping people understand how to prevent mental health challenges and stress by developing and putting into practice healthy patterns...”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Caroline Dorris

Caroline Dorris

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“I use a client-centered approach to all therapy sessions, meaning that our goals in therapy are generated from your individual needs.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Susan Niznik

Dr. Susan Niznik

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“I utilize a combination of cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, and dialectical behavior therapy to help clients develop coping skills...”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Panic disorders
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Nicole Paryz

Nicole Paryz

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“I believe in a collaborative approach to work through your thoughts and feelings and their impact on your behavior, mood, self-esteem and interpersonal relationships.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lynndsee Stockton

Lynndsee Stockton

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Greenville, SC


“I strive to create a warm, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where you can feel heard, understood, and empowered.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Shakeyla Boulware

Shakeyla Boulware

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“My empathetic and collaborative approach empowers clients to heal, set boundaries, and flourish in every aspect of their lives.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Panic disorders, PTSD
Affirming, Challenging, Empowering
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Amy Vitacolonna

Amy Vitacolonna

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“I have extensive training in EMDR and integrate Attachment focused EMDR, Reality Therapy, Client focused therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, and Christian Counseling to provide a counseling environment where you are empowered, validated, and equipped.”
Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues, PTSD
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Dr. Ashley Nash

Dr. Ashley Nash

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“As a survivor turned mental health provider, I align with the mantra to "be the person that I needed when I was younger."”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Inquisitive
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Colin Bauer

Colin Bauer

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“He applies therapeutic interventions with a focus on a client-centered and solution-oriented approach.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Niasaya Kafele

Niasaya Kafele

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Spartanburg, SC


“I am solution focused and use mindfulness, EMDR, and somatic therapies to help you realize your full potential.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Grief or loss, Panic disorders
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michael Mayhall

Michael Mayhall

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“I love to collaborate with my clients and develop a blueprint which can help them achieve their goals.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Tiffany Huggins

Tiffany Huggins

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“I am committed to fostering a safe and supportive environment for clients to express their emotions and find solace.”
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Samantha Chiarenza

Samantha Chiarenza

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“My approach is compassionate and strengths-based — I focus on uncovering your existing strengths, building practical coping tools, and helping you feel more grounded, confident, and supported in your everyday life.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brooke Farrell

Brooke Farrell

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“I am passionate about helping others heal their relational wounds and feel more safety and connection in their lives.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, PTSD
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Dr. Troy Pharis

Dr. Troy Pharis

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“I served 20 years before becoming a licensed professional counselor, which means you won't have to explain your world to me from scratch.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Matthew Moore

Matthew Moore

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


I believe therapy is a collaborative process built on trust and transparency. My experience working in healthcare and in larger systems has only strengthened this belief. I look forward to joining you in your journey and supporting your growth.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Men's issues, PTSD, Relationship issues
Humorous, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sia Komba

Sia Komba

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Greenville, SC


“I prioritize building a strong therapeutic relationship with each client. I believe that every Individual is unique.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Daloria Teague

Daloria Teague

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


I am a compassionate person, who currently serves as a Travel Social Worker, where I provide essential individual and group therapy to clients in need by focusing on clinical assessments and crisis interventions. I ensure that clients experiencing self-injurious behaviors receive ongoing support. My commitment to improving mental health is further highlighted by my role as Clinical Director at Pinnacle Point Supportive Services, where I was instrumental for 14 years. In this position, I overseen a team of therapists, facilitate therapy sessions for both children and adults, and engage in court-related matters. With a strong foundation in therapy and clinical supervision, I have developed skills in treatment planning, documentation, and quality assurance.

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rhonda Wright

Rhonda Wright

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“I know you might have people telling you to just pray about it, but you don't have to suffer in silence and you don't have to do this alone.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Elizabeth Surratt

Elizabeth Surratt

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“My goal is to create a safe, supportive space where you can explore your experiences, gain insight, and develop tools for lasting change.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Cedric Steele

Cedric Steele

Therapist

Virtual • South Carolina


“I believe therapy should help you better understand yourself while also giving you practical tools to navigate life beyond our sessions.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
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About our therapists serving South Carolina

Number of therapists serving South Carolina
There are over 1,510 therapists in South Carolina accepting new patients.
1,510+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 98%Anxiety
  • 93%Depression
  • 91%Stress management
  • 79%Relationship issues
  • 78%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 99%Aetna
  • 95%Cigna
  • 91%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 44%Curative
  • 40%Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network
Languages spoken
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  • 99%English
  • 4%Spanish
How they see their clients
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  • 90%Online only
  • 10%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 84%Woman
  • 16%Man
License types
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  • 59%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 31%Licensed independent social worker–clinical practice
  • 6%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 3%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 1%Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 35%Family therapy
  • 26%Couples therapy
  • 14%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 Therapist in South Carolina

Searching for therapists in South Carolina starts with finding someone whose training fits what you want support with. Across urban and rural parts of the state, available therapists and areas of focus can vary. You may be looking for support with anxiety, depression, ADHD, relationship concerns, grief, trauma, or life transitions. As you compare therapists, look for listed specialties, therapy approaches, and experience that match your needs, such as cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, trauma-informed care, or support for specific life stages.

Location and format also shape your search. You may prefer an office near Charleston, Columbia, or Greenville, or you may want virtual sessions that fit your schedule from elsewhere in South Carolina. It can also help to compare appointment availability, whether a therapist is accepting new patients, and whether they offer a free phone consultation. Reading therapist bios before booking can show how each therapist describes their style, session structure, and areas of focus, so you can make a more informed choice.

Therapy in South Carolina can be a significant expense without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and see your estimated out-of-pocket cost before you book. Nationally, Headway partners with over 100 insurance plans and helps you find South Carolina therapists who are accepting new patients. You can browse therapists, review bios, check your insurance, and book directly when you’re ready.

1 Cost may vary based on your location, age, and insurance coverage.