Individual, Couples & Family Addiction Counseling in Mt. Pleasant, SC
Therapy that treats you like a partner, not a case file.
Whether you're protecting the recovery you've worked hard for or trying to find your footing while someone you love struggles, you deserve more than a listening ear. You deserve someone who understands how addiction really works, and who will help you shape a different outcome one step at a time.
Who I work with
Individuals in long-term recovery
You've done the hard work of getting sober. Now you want to build a life that supports it, work through what's underneath, and keep growing.
Families facing addiction
You love someone who's struggling, and you're exhausted from managing, monitoring, and bracing for the next crisis. Your healing doesn't have to wait for theirs.
Couples
When both partners are in a stable enough place to look honestly at themselves, couples work can help you rebuild trust and communication.
Related concerns
I also work with depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, and relationship struggles, especially when they're tangled up with addiction or family patterns.
Wherever you are in the journey, we start there.
I often describe addiction in a family like a forest fire. People come to me at different stages, and the help looks different at each one.
When it's still burning.
You need to stop the spread. We focus on stabilizing: resources, grounding tools, crisis planning, and initial boundaries.
When the smoke is clearing.
You need to step back and assess the damage. We make room for what you've been through, work through the hurt, and build the necessary skills so that whatever happens next in your story, you never have to feel that helpless again.
When you're ready to regrow.
You're ready to plant something new. We explore who you are now, protect what you value, and build boundaries that last, even when uncertainty remains.
How we'll work together
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1. Intake session (60 minutes)
We start with your story, from the beginning. Sometimes that's a few months ago. Sometimes it goes back to childhood, or generations. There's no judgment here, just curiosity.
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2. A starting plan
Together, we decide on first priorities, how often to meet, and whether to pull in other support, like a psychiatrist or a support group.
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3. Ongoing sessions (60 minutes)
Some people need just a few consultation sessions. Others want focused, goal-oriented work or ongoing support. I'll guide the process, and you decide what feels most helpful.
Is this the right fit?
My private practice is a great fit if:
you live in South Carolina
you identify as someone working on long-term recovery/ sobriety
you are struggling with a loved one’s addiction and/or recovery journey
you are an individual, couple, or family ready to work on solutions
My practice isn't set up for active addiction, unstabilized mental illness, or current risk of self-harm or harm to others. Those situations deserve a full team: medical staff, monitoring, and crisis support that a private practice can't provide. If that's where you are, reach out anyway. I'm glad to help you find the right level of care.
A note on couples counseling: If one partner is in active addiction or early recovery, I've found that couples work usually isn't effective yet. Both people need to be steady enough to self-reflect and take ownership–this usually comes later in the recovery process. I'll always explain my reasoning and help you find another path forward.
Investment
Intake session: $250 (60 minutes)
Ongoing sessions: $215 (60 minutes)
Payment: Self-pay. I don't bill insurance directly, but I'm happy to provide documentation so you can file for out-of-network reimbursement.
Questions people ask
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I'm self-pay only, but you may be able to file for out-of-network reimbursement with your insurance company. I'll provide what you need.
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It depends. If they're stable enough and ready to be part of the solution, we'll often include them in some way. That's decided case by case.
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It's ideal when everyone's on board, but people are ready at different times. I'll work with whoever is ready. No one else should hold you back.
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Yes. Therapy is confidential. You'd also be surprised how many well-known families are quietly navigating this too.
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Yes, depending on the situation and level of urgency. Many families come in with time-sensitive questions about how to address a family problem. I am always happy to meet families where they are and, when appropriate, advise on a short-term plan. However, please contact crisis services if you have any concerns about safety.
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Yes, if you're in South Carolina. Many families pair the course with private sessions to ask follow-up questions and apply the tools to their own situation. Some go on to longer-term therapy for what reaches beyond the course.
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I'm licensed in South Carolina, so therapy is limited to SC residents. If you're elsewhere, my course, Empowering Families That Face Addiction, is available to families anywhere.
Ready to start?
Reach out with a little about what's bringing you in, and I'll be in touch about next steps.
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