CLINICIANS
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Are you having an emergency?If you or a loved one are experiencing a mental health emergency, please call 911 or go to your nearest Emergency Room. Additional resources include: SC Department of Mental Health’s Statewide Crisis Response Dispatcher: 833-364-2274 National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 988 SAMHSA’s National Helpline: 800-662-4357 National Domestic Violence Hotline: 800-799-7233
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Your intake appointment is scheduled! What next steps need to be taken prior to this appointment?There will be four items for you to complete prior to your initial appointment: Set up your practice portal Sign our practice paperwork Complete assigned symptom screeners Sign the payment agreement You can expect to receive an email from Valant MYIO which will provide directions on how to set up the patient portal. Once your portal is activated, our staff will upload the practice paperwork for you to sign and assign symptom screeners for you to complete. All of this can be completed digitally through the patient portal. Finally, our staff will email you a payment agreement for you to digitally sign. Any virtual intake appointments will be required to complete all practice paperwork 48 hours prior to their appointment. If the paperwork is not completed at that time, we may cancel the intake appointment and reschedule it for a future date. If you have any questions along the way, please do not hesitate to reach out!
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Are you planning to schedule a virtual appointment?Due to our clinical state licensures, it is mandated by state law that clients are physically present in the State of South Carolina during the time of virtual sessions. Therefore, if you plan to be out of the state during the time of your appointment, please ensure to cancel with more than 24 hours advanced notice.
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Do you need to cancel or reschedule your appointment?Please remember to cancel or reschedule your scheduled appointment with at least 24-hour advanced notice. If you are providing us with more than 24 hours’ notice, we would be happy to help cancel your appointment and find another time that works better for you. However, if you are providing us with less than 24 hours’ notice, you will be responsible for the cancellation fee of $125. This policy is necessary because your clinician has made a time commitment to you and your appointment time is being held exclusively for you.
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Are you running late?We appreciate that running late happens to the best of us. However, we want you to be aware that if you are late for a session, you may lose some of that session time. And if you are more than twenty minutes late to your appointment, you may be required to reschedule your appointment and you will be charged the late cancellation fee.
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Let’s talk about confidentiality!Your session content and all relevant materials to your treatment will be held confidential unless you request in writing to have all or portions of such content released to a specifically named person/persons. However, there are limitations to such client held privilege of confidentiality. These limitations include: If a client threatens or attempts to commit suicide or otherwise conducts himself/herself in a manner in which there is a substantial risk of incurring serious bodily harm. If a client threatens grave bodily harm or death to another person. If the therapist has a reasonable suspicion that a client or other named victim is the perpetrator, observer of, or actual victim of physical, emotional or sexual abuse of children under the age of 18 years. If suspicions as stated above exist in the case of an elderly person who may be subjected to these abuses. Suspected neglect of the parties named in items #3 and # 4. If a court of law issues a legitimate subpoena for information stated on the subpoena. If a client is in therapy or being treated by order of a court of law, or if information is obtained for the purpose of rendering an expert’s report to an attorney.
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Hello there – I'm Alexis, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I know relationships can be hard, and I work to help you repair and find deeper and more fulfilling connections with your loved ones.
My first mentor in the field of counseling told me, “You can't take anyone to where you've never been”. This sage advice has stayed with me for the 30 plus years that I have had the privilege of operating in this profession.
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Hello, I am Brandon Rowsey. Let me share a little about myself. I have lived in Charleston for the past 20 years and have almost a decade of experience in this healing profession. I have had the opportunity to work with amazing people from all walks of life, ages, and situations.
Let me tell you a little about myself, my experience, and my approach to counseling. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of South Carolina and Wisconsin. I truly love what I do and I enjoy connecting with people on a level of compassion and acceptance.
Hi! My name is Catherine, and I am Licensed Professional Counselor in South Carolina. In my role as a counselor, I have worked with adolescents and adults who have experienced a variety of mental health and substance use issues.
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Hello! Thank you for taking a moment to read about me and the services that I provide. Originally from upstate New York, I am a transplant to South Carolina. I enjoy every moment of the warmer, sunnier weather and the native wildlife, with the exception of palmetto bugs.
Hi there! I’m Devin, a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW-CP) in the state of South Carolina. Originally from Arkansas, I spent over a decade in New York completing my education and establishing a career in the mental health field. Now a Charleston resident, I’m excited to provide counseling and support to the Lowcountry.
Hello – my name is Jennifer. I have lived in Charleston for the past fifteen years. I moved from Boston where I worked in an inpatient hospital setting, as well as a school setting. I began my career as a clinician in 1992.
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Welcome, I’m Jennifer Higley! Therapist to some of the most remarkable individuals and mother to three incredible fur babies. I dream about a world where compassion would be as contagious as yawns and I miss the starry nights in front of the bonfire at camp.
Hi – I’m Lisa, a licensed clinical social worker. As a recent transplant, I’m so excited to call Mt. Pleasant home. Originally from California, I’ve spent the last 20+ years in Maryland, where my husband and I raised two wonderful sons and where I was able to channel my passion for helping others into this amazing profession.
Hi! I'm Molly, a Licensed Professional Counselor in South Carolina and Texas. Showing up to therapy can be tough. It's hard work. My goal is to create a space that feels comfortable and safe, despite the potentially heavy topics that may be discussed.
Hi, I’m Nicolette, a licensed professional counselor in South Carolina. I also hold licenses in Louisiana and Georgia. As a recent transplant from Louisiana, I’m enjoying the opportunity to explore the city of Charleston. My career as a counselor includes experience serving children, adolescents, and adults in a variety of mental health settings.
Have current stressors in your life left you feeling stuck and defeated? Do you suffer from a lack of support in coping through your issues? Do you know that there are parts of you that you need to change but are struggling with the ‘how’?
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Welcome! Like many of us, I have struggled with anxiety, depression, and low self-esteem. I have also dealt with relationship issues and toxic family dynamics. I began my own therapy working on these issues and more. My therapist was loving, authentic, and down-to-earth.
Hello, I’m Havana. As a licensed clinical social worker, I show a natural aptitude for empathy and a deep-rooted desire to make a positive impact on the lives of others. As a teen, I recognized the importance of mental health and its profound influence on overall well-being.
Hello - I'm Kristin, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Entering into therapy can be scary, but here's the deal - working through scary is where growth occurs! If you feel stuck, lost, struggling with change, afraid, or unsure of the next step, I hope you will give counseling a try.
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Are you having an emergency?If you or a loved one are experiencing a mental health emergency, please call 911 or go to your nearest Emergency Room. Additional resources include: SC Department of Mental Health’s Statewide Crisis Response Dispatcher: 833-364-2274 National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 988 SAMHSA’s National Helpline: 800-662-4357 National Domestic Violence Hotline: 800-799-7233
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Your intake appointment is scheduled! What next steps need to be taken prior to this appointment?There will be four items for you to complete prior to your initial appointment: Set up your practice portal Sign our practice paperwork Complete assigned symptom screeners Sign the payment agreement You can expect to receive an email from Valant MYIO which will provide directions on how to set up the patient portal. Once your portal is activated, our staff will upload the practice paperwork for you to sign and assign symptom screeners for you to complete. All of this can be completed digitally through the patient portal. Finally, our staff will email you a payment agreement for you to digitally sign. Any virtual intake appointments will be required to complete all practice paperwork 48 hours prior to their appointment. If the paperwork is not completed at that time, we may cancel the intake appointment and reschedule it for a future date. If you have any questions along the way, please do not hesitate to reach out!
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Are you planning to schedule a virtual appointment?Due to our clinical state licensures, it is mandated by state law that clients are physically present in the State of South Carolina during the time of virtual sessions. Therefore, if you plan to be out of the state during the time of your appointment, please ensure to cancel with more than 24 hours advanced notice.
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Do you need to cancel or reschedule your appointment?Please remember to cancel or reschedule your scheduled appointment with at least 24-hour advanced notice. If you are providing us with more than 24 hours’ notice, we would be happy to help cancel your appointment and find another time that works better for you. However, if you are providing us with less than 24 hours’ notice, you will be responsible for the cancellation fee of $125. This policy is necessary because your clinician has made a time commitment to you and your appointment time is being held exclusively for you.
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Are you running late?We appreciate that running late happens to the best of us. However, we want you to be aware that if you are late for a session, you may lose some of that session time. And if you are more than twenty minutes late to your appointment, you may be required to reschedule your appointment and you will be charged the late cancellation fee.
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Let’s talk about confidentiality!Your session content and all relevant materials to your treatment will be held confidential unless you request in writing to have all or portions of such content released to a specifically named person/persons. However, there are limitations to such client held privilege of confidentiality. These limitations include: If a client threatens or attempts to commit suicide or otherwise conducts himself/herself in a manner in which there is a substantial risk of incurring serious bodily harm. If a client threatens grave bodily harm or death to another person. If the therapist has a reasonable suspicion that a client or other named victim is the perpetrator, observer of, or actual victim of physical, emotional or sexual abuse of children under the age of 18 years. If suspicions as stated above exist in the case of an elderly person who may be subjected to these abuses. Suspected neglect of the parties named in items #3 and # 4. If a court of law issues a legitimate subpoena for information stated on the subpoena. If a client is in therapy or being treated by order of a court of law, or if information is obtained for the purpose of rendering an expert’s report to an attorney.