Counseling in Charleston, SC. Find the Right Therapist.

Safe, effective, and caring. Affordable therapists near you in Charleston, South Carolina will help you make the changes you want.


Marilyn Ackerman

Marilyn Ackerman

Kasia Ciszewski, M.Ed,  LPC,  NCC

Kasia Ciszewski, M.Ed, LPC, NCC

Licensed Professional Counselor

710 Johnnie Dodds Blvd, Suite 200, Mount Pleasant, South Carolina 29464 | (843) 597-6497

Are you ready to just give up? You feel alone and exhausted. You wake up every morning hoping something will change, but nothing does. You have the same hopeless thoughts and deep fears of loneliness, rejection, and failure. Where do you even begin?

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Location: Charleston, South Carolina

Charleston, South Carolina

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Therapy Charleston, SC

Counseling North Charleston, Mt Pleasant, James Island, Sullivan's Island

Charleston, South Carolina is a gorgeous city with a surplus of area attractions great for everyone within the family. If you are seeking a fun yet knowledgeable experience for the entire family stop by The Charleston Museum. Not only does the attraction house historical artifacts from the state, but it also contains a hands-on exhibit for children, featuring fossils and artifacts from events such as the Civil War, which is sure to also grab the attention of teenagers and adults.1 Another site sure to create lasting family memories is the South Carolina Aquarium. Here your family can enjoy seeing creatures such as penguins and sea turtles interacting in a simulated natural environment. Be sure to look up coupons to get a discount on entrance fees. One thing this area has an abundance of is educational options for your children and teens, including Angel Oak Elementary, Moultrie Middle, and North Charleston High area; however, it is essential to note the presence of numerous magnet schools in which art, technology, and foreign languages are incorporated into the curriculum.

Mental Health in Charleston

The mission of Camp Good Times is to provide a normalized summer experience for children with an autism spectrum disorder. In a highly supportive and structured environment, children with autism can engage in fun activities with their peers that promote socialization, improved communication, and allow them to just be kids. Staff members are highly trained in working with autistic children and provide the social and emotional support campers need to have a successful experience. To request more information about the camp, call 843-817-2221.2

Unemployment can cause a great deal of mental distress. The Charleston County Human Services Committee helps remove barriers to employment through the Project Pride program. Participants in the program learn valuable skills needed for conducting effective job searches, including assistance filling out job applications, resume preparation, and interview skills. Individualized training sessions are available, as are group seminars on topics related to job preparation. By helping low-income residents find adequate employment, the agency stabilizes their financial wellbeing and improves their mental health functioning. To inquire about these services, call 843-724-6760.3

Be a Mentor Now is a Charleston-based non-profit that places a positive, stable adult role model with a child who experiences life difficulties due to poverty, homelessness, mental illness, or other significant issues. Mentors meet with children once a week and provide encouragement, support, and guidance that help at-risk children reach their full potential in school and in life. Helping improve the lives of others is also greatly beneficial to mentors, who can take pride in their positive influences on young people. To apply to be a mentor, call 843-554-5987.4

Current Initiatives

The Charleston County School District offers a number of supportive services for students that demonstrate exceptional intellectual abilities. The Gifted and Talented Department is charged with devising educational programs that are academically challenging and enriching. Supportive services are also offered to foster social growth, personal development, and individual responsibility. Students learn in cooperative settings with other similarly gifted students, which promotes socialization as well as intellectual stimulation. For additional details about these services, call the Gifted and Talented Department at 843-402-7836.5


References

1. Charleston Museum. (2017). Permanent Exhibitions. Retrieved from http://www.charlestonmuseum.org/exhibits-permanent
2. Camp Good Times. (2017). Homepage. Retrieved from http://www.campgoodtimesofcharleston.org/
3. Charleston County Human Services Committee. (2017). Project Pride. Retrieved from http://www.cchscom.com/ppride.php
4. Be a Mentor Now. (2017). Programs. Retrieved from http://www.beamentornow.org/programs/
5. Charleston County School District. (2017). Gifted and Talented Department. Retrieved from http://www.ccsdschools.com/Academic/AccessOpportunity/GiftedTalented/index.php

Charleston is a city that is located in multiple counties- Berkeley County and Charleston County in South Carolina. It has a land area of 109.02 square miles and a water area of 18.50 square miles.  The population of Charleston is 132,609 people with 52,450 households and a median annual income of $55,546. .


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Affordable with Planning

Therapy in Charleston is generally within financial reach for the average family, but some budget planning may be needed for a real commitment to weekly counseling. Remember that your mental health and happiness are important. Check with your Charleston therapist about insurance coverage or ask about sliding scale fees if there are any difficulties with accessibility. Low cost counseling and affordable therapy are also sometimes offered by listed city and university level clinics, check with your local Charleston public health department.