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I feel I will be able to help a variety of individuals achieve their goals through therapy because of the experience I bring throu...
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I feel I will be able to help a variety of individuals achieve their goals through therapy because of the experience I bring through years of work and personal life experiences I have gone through on my own or with my family.
Hello, I am Robert Kirby, a clinical social worker. I've worked as a clinician in the mental health field since 2001 and became a licensed clinician in 2003. Over the years, I've worked as a clinical social worker (therapist) in medical care practices, in in-patient programs for drug rehab and psychiatric care, and as a therapist for elderly clients in nursing homes, as well as with families whose loved ones are in hospice care. I believe everyone has the ability to achieve their goals with the right help and the willingness to work at it. Taking that first step toward change is the hardest step to make.
When choosing a therapist, think about what you're looking for. I challenge you to think in new ways, like asking questions about your questions or playing devil's advocate. If you're up for a challenge, I'll support your work toward your goals. Each client connects differently, so I use varied techniques in session and homework to help therapy succeed.
Working with me will bring you the success you want, as long as you're doing the work needed too. No success is achieved without hard work. I look forward to being your guiding hand as you move through the process of your therapeutic work.
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As a marriage and family therapist, I honor each client’s unique lived experience and provide a compassionate space where you can ...
As a marriage and family therapist, I honor each client’s unique lived experience and provide a compassionate space where you can feel heard, supported, and empowered to create meaningful change.
I’m Cherlyn Owens, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Converse University and clinical training through West Gate Family Therapy Institute. I am licensed in South Carolina and Virginia. My experience includes public service and private practice, supporting individuals navigating emotional challenges, relationship difficulties, and significant life transitions. I bring cultural humility and an appreciation for the ways identity, belonging, and lived experience shape our lives. My approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in respect for each person’s unique story.
My approach is client-centered and tailored to your unique needs and goals. Using CBT and the Gottman Method, I help individuals and couples navigate anxiety, relationship challenges, grief, boundaries, betrayal, and identity exploration.
Therapy can help you explore challenges, build on your strengths, and create meaningful change. I look forward to supporting you on your journey toward greater well-being and connection.
You deserve dedicated time with a mental health professional — it can be life-changing.
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Premarital counseling is a type of therapy that helps couples prepare for and build a happy, successful marriage. Premarital therapists at Thriveworks in Greenville, SC can help couples develop essential communication skills, identify potential conflict areas, and learn how to manage their specific relationship issues.
When you and your partner begin premarital counseling, your counselor will want to get to know you both as well as your relationship. In order to accomplish this, they will ask questions around the following:
If there is a particular area that they feel needs to be explored further (for example, you note that you and your partner have very different spending habits and views on money), they’ll guide the conversation in the given direction.
Premarital counseling at Thriveworks is conducted both in person and through Online therapy. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you and your partner.
Generally speaking, Thriveworks premarital counseling in Greenville typically lasts for 8-10 weeks. This, however, can vary depending on the counselor’s approach as well as the clients’ preferences and needs. For example, some couples might request additional sessions to work through problem areas that they’ve identified in their relationship pre-wedding.
Have you scheduled premarital counseling yet? Maybe you’ve never thought of it before. If you plan to have a faith-based ceremony, maybe you’ve been encouraged to participate in premarital counseling – possibly even be required to do so. If you’ve considered it, you may have wondered, “Is premarital counseling necessary?” Or, “Is premarital counseling worth it?”
Premarital counseling provides couples with a safe and structured time to discuss issues that may come up at the beginning of a marriage. With the aid of a pre-marriage counselor, you’ll develop strategies for addressing these issues in a positive and constructive manner. Premarital counseling gives new couples an opportunity to build a solid foundation for a lasting and meaningful relationship. Reach out today to get started.
This is an excellent question. Many newly engaged couples don’t know what to expect from their marriage. They just know that they love each other and want to spend the rest of their lives together – maybe even start a family one day. But there’s a lot more than “love” that goes into a happy and meaningful marriage. Your pre-marriage counselor will help you discuss:
At Thriveworks Premarital Counseling of Greenville, we value the bond of marriage. We partner with couples to help them build a firm foundation that will last a lifetime. Premarital counseling is a safe place to discuss your hopes and dreams – and even your reservations about marriage. Even if this isn’t your first marriage, premarital counseling will help you get started on the right foot.
So give us a call today. Our pre-marriage counselors are available with both day and evening appointment times. We make the cost of premarital counseling affordable by accepting most major insurance plans. With appointments available within the week for new clients, there’s never been a better time to begin counseling with a Thriveworks Premarital Counselor. Call us today (864) 952-4048
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Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Greenville is located in Pointe Circle near Pelham Rd and E North St, off I-385. It is near the Butler Spring Park and just a short distance from the Greenville Downtown Airport.
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