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About Me
I respect the courage it takes to seek change. Without knowing anything else about you, I congratulate and welcome you to this process. Change is, indeed, a process, and my role is to meet you where you are in terms of your needs and to work with you such that you may achieve your goals.
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In addition to earning my Master of Arts Degree in Clinical Counseling from The Citadel, I have gained the credentials Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Addictions Counselor (LAC), Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP), and Registered Yoga Teacher (E-RYT® 200).
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I am pleased to offer counseling in
Abbeville, SC!
Specializing in treatment of Mood Disorders, Substance Use Disorders, and Trauma
Anxiety
Depression
Alcohol and other Substance Use Disorders
Occasional anxiety is an expected part of life. You might feel anxious when faced with a problem at work, before taking a test, or before making an important decision. But anxiety disorders involve more than temporary worry or fear. For a person with an anxiety disorder, the anxiety does not go away and can get worse over time. The symptoms can interfere with daily activities such as job performance, school work, and relationships.(1)
Depression (major depressive disorder or clinical depression) is a common but serious mood disorder. It causes severe symptoms that affect how you feel, think, and handle daily activities, such as sleeping, eating, or working. To be diagnosed with depression, the symptoms must be present for at least two weeks.(2)
As a result of scientific research, we know that addiction is a medical disorder that affects the brain and changes behavior. We have identified many of the biological and environmental risk factors and are beginning to search for the genetic variations that contribute to the development and progression of the disorder. Scientists use this knowledge to develop effective prevention and treatment approaches that reduce the toll drug use takes on individuals, families, and communities.(3)
Trauma and PTSD
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that's triggered by a terrifying event — either experiencing it or witnessing it. Symptoms may include flashbacks, nightmares and severe anxiety, as well as uncontrollable thoughts about the event.
Most people who go through traumatic events may have temporary difficulty adjusting and coping, but with time and good self-care, they usually get better. If the symptoms get worse, last for months or even years, and interfere with your day-to-day functioning, you may have PTSD.
Getting effective treatment after PTSD symptoms develop can be critical to reduce symptoms and improve function.(4)