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The Past is Determined The Future is Your Decision
Hannah Simmons, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor
I practice person-centered therapy with CBT techniques. My passion is providing clients with a warm, accepting space to bring difficult topics so that we can tackle them together. Beginning a counseling relationship can be intimidating for many people, but all I ask is the willingness to consider making some small changes to build a healthier life.
Phone: (843)-273-0077
Hayley Inman, LPC-A
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate
Hi, I’m Hayley Inman, a Clinical Mental Health Therapist and Licensed Professional Counselor Associate. I hold graduate degrees in both Mental Health Counseling and Psychology, and my experience includes outpatient therapy as well as crisis support, which allows me to meet clients with care, flexibility, and understanding across many life challenges.
My work is grounded in a person-centered, trauma-informed approach, meaning our sessions are guided by your needs, pace, and goals. I integrate tools from CBT, DBT, EMDR, mindfulness, solution-focused therapy, and parts-based work to help you better understand patterns, strengthen coping skills, and build resilience. Above all, I strive to create a safe, supportive space where healing feels possible and growth feels sustainable. I’d love the opportunity to work with you and support you in taking that next step toward healing.
Phone: (843)-685-0243
Jonathan Simons, PhD
Clinical Psychologist
Doctorate in Clinical Psychology: University of South Carolina,1983; Internship: Medical University of South Carolina; Residency: National Institute of Mental Health/ St Elizabeths Hospital, Washington DC; Director of Family Therapy Training, Washington DC Mental Health Commission 1985-96; Private Practice, Myrtle Beach SC, 1996-present.
My practice is now limited to adult individual therapy. I strive to provide a nonjudgemental setting where you can feel comfortable talking about any of your concerns. I take an eclectic approach to therapy, borrowing from several therapeutic orientations or schools of thought. An eclectic approach helps me fit treatment to each individual and to their issues.
Phone: (843)-273-0077
Dzyre Wilks, LISW-CP
Licensed Independent Social Worker- Clinical Practice
I graduated from Sacred Heart University in Connecticut. I am currently a Licensed Independent Social Worker- Clinical Practice (LISW-CP) in the state of South Carolina. I began my career in New York where I am originally from. In 2020, I moved to South Carolina and to continue my career in a private setting.
My therapeutic approach is more holistic, focusing on the whole person. As a professional counselor, I am able to serve the adolescent population usually starting at age 10, and prefer to involve family when counseling minor children. I am able to serve the youth transitioning into adulthood, adults, couples, and families.
Phone: (843)-685-0217
Cynthia G. Wilkerson, LMSW, MSG
Licensed Master Social Worker, Clinical Gerontologist
I am a product of The Carolinas with cross-systems experience across the continuum of care in the field of social work. I received my Bachelor of Social Work degree from Winthrop University, a Master of Science in Gerontology at The University of North Carolina at Greensboro, and a Master of Social Work at The University of Denver. I am a proud Gerontologist and Clinical Social Work Associate, pursuing LCSW. My personal enjoyment is found in researching transdisciplinary evidence-based practices, gourmet cooking, running, and all the natural environment has to offer.
I embrace a Culturally Competent Environment focusing on increasing mental well-being, aiding resiliency, and health span, and reducing psychosocial risk factors associated with disease processes, stigmas, and life course events. I am passionate about instilling hope to help my clients think of themselves holistically to help them to be well in this life journey of wellbeing, which brings about life-changing breakthroughs and pathways for mental reformation.
What Is Working With Ms. Wilkerson Like?
I approach therapy from an Integrative or Holistic perspective. Often using Cognitive Behavioral Based Modalities, Motivational Interviewing, Transgenerational Therapy, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Affirmative & Trauma Informed Care along with psychoeducational teaching approaches. For those who desire spiritually based counseling interwoven with the above approaches, you are invited to begin your journey of hope.
Phone: (843)-780-8082
Frank McDougall, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor
There are many reasons people seek counseling. Therapy provides the opportunity for change in the context of a safe, supportive environment. Each client presents with his or her own unique counseling needs. For this reason, there is no one approach that may work best for everyone. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a construct that is widely used and successful for most clients. I am familiar with the way that it works and will most likely begin treatment with that approach.
My worldview includes certain values that I hold dear, including God, family, integrity, and unconditional positive regard. I strongly believe that each person has the ability to tap into their own strengths and experiences to help themselves.
Phone: (843)-685-0559
Kellie McDougall, LISW-CP S, CAC-AD
Licensed Independent Social Worker-Clinical Practice Supervisor, Certified Addiction Counselor
As a Licensed Social Worker, my mission is to help you find a healthy direction in life. There is power and potential in all of us for healing and growth. I assist my clients in understanding the interplay of the thoughts, feelings and behaviors that contribute to the distress in their lives. Clients begin to find hope when recognizable patterns emerge. Hope grows when these patterns are understood and accepted in the context of their past experiences. Change occurs with ongoing feedback, practice and encouragement. Challenging times can offer opportunity for self discovery and enhancement.
Phone: (843)-655-7345
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Cara Nelsen, LISW-CP
Licensed Independent Social Worker-Clinical Practice (SC and NC)
In 1996, I graduated from Fordham University, Graduate School of Social Services, NY, NY, with a Masters of Arts Degree in Social Work. I am able to serve a wide range of clients ranging in ages from 18 and up. Individual, family, couples, and group sessions are all areas in which I have experience.
Personal interests of mine that, at times, I incorporate into sessions are creativity, my love of language and reading, the natural world, helping people realize that life is not "all or nothing", coming to terms with creative "realistic" goals for themselves and understanding that when a change is made within themselves, change begins to happen within their system.
Techniques used in session combine Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy and Narrative Therapy. The answers to our problems are already within us most of the time. A professional therapist can help draw those strengths out. Please contact me today and together we will find a solution to reach your goals!
Phone: (843)-685-0599
Aleigh Everhart, LPCS
Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor (SC), LPC in NC
As a certified cognitive-behavioral therapist, my goal is to help you understand that your thoughts control your emotions and behaviors. Once you understand that you control your thinking, you will start to become emotionally stronger and create ways to achieve your successful future. While we can't change the past, we can work together to understand and resolve life challenges
Phone: (843)-685-8716
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