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Susan Jillson is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) who has 7 years of experience in the mental health field. S...
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Susan Jillson is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) who has 7 years of experience in the mental health field. Susan has always had a passion for serving others and decided to return to school after having children of her own to pursue a Master of Social Work (MSW). After graduating from Fordham University, she became a counselor in a residential program where she worked with clients who were struggling with a myriad of mental health issues such as depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and substance abuse. Susan provided both individual as well as group therapy and helped to carry on the agency’s mission of reducing the barriers to treatment as well as de-stigmatizing mental health and addiction.
Susan's approach to therapy is multifaceted as she believes that each individual has their own unique story and therefore the course of treatment is individualized to meet the specific needs of her clients, keeping in mind what stage of change they are in, their life stages, and personal challenges. She utilizes evidence-based modalities such as dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and motivational interviewing.
Susan is passionate about her work and she is a strong advocate of educating her clients and their loved ones regarding the struggles with mental health and addiction issues and how these challenges may impact each other and their support systems.
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If you feel ready to take the first steps towards improving your mental health and achieving your goals, I invite you to contact m...
If you feel ready to take the first steps towards improving your mental health and achieving your goals, I invite you to contact me. I'm here to listen and support you in anyway I can.
Heather is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Addictions Counselor (LPC, LAC) who has 15 years of experience working with adults, adolescents, children, and families. She specializes in depression, anxiety, grief, relationship issues, and major life transitions. Heather has experience working in a variety of settings which include school-based programs, outpatient mental health clinics, integrated health care, and private practice.
Heather earned her Master’s in Psychology from the Chicago School of Professional Psychology. She uses several treatment approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), solution-focused therapy (SBT), motivational interviewing (MI), and client-centered therapy.
Heather knows that passionate mental health care involves providing empathetic support, actively listening to clients, and working collaboratively toward achieving their goals. It's about creating a safe and non-judgmental space where individuals can feel heard, validated, and empowered to make positive changes in their lives.
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Thriveworks offers Stress management therapy, a type of therapy that helps people learn how to effectively manage and release their stress through the use of relaxation techniques, time-management practices, and mindfulness, among others. Relieving stress can greatly improve an individual’s mental health, as stress can detrimentally affect one’s emotional and physical well-being.
Stress management therapy functions by identifying the source(s) of stress and the thoughts, emotions, and experiences that are tied to it, then addressing them and creating healthy strategies for dealing with stress on a long-term basis. Additionally, Stress management therapy also helps people discover what warning signs they have that can let them know that they are stressed so that they can be more proactive in managing it.
The effectiveness of stress management therapy can vary from person to person, but some widely used and effective approaches include cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR), and relaxation techniques.
Five stress management counseling strategies include:
Whether to seek therapy for stress depends on the severity and impact of the stress on your life. If stress is significantly affecting your well-being, relationships, or daily functioning, therapy can be a helpful option to learn coping strategies and gain support. It’s important to assess your own needs and consult a mental health professional for guidance on whether therapy is appropriate for your situation.
Yes, stress management counseling can help significantly reduce the amount of anxiety that you feel.
Stress management treatment at Thriveworks is conducted both in person and online by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.
For those with low amounts of anxiety and stress and simple goals, stress management therapy can be fewer than 12 sessions. However, for those with intense anxiety and more severe symptoms, therapy will likely last longer in order to effectively treat their stress and mitigate their symptoms.
Stress is a natural response to demands or threats, whether real or perceived. It triggers your body’s fight-or-flight reaction, helping you stay focused, energized, and alert. In extreme cases, it can even save your life. However, when stress becomes constant, it can harm your health, mood, productivity, relationships, and overall quality of life.
Thriveworks Mt. Pleasant offers stress counseling to help you manage stress effectively. Call us at (843) 588-1846 to schedule your appointment.
Stress can be helpful in small doses, such as during a presentation, competition, or exam preparation. But chronic stress takes a toll on your well-being, affecting your nervous, digestive, endocrine, immune, and circulatory systems. Recognizing the signs and symptoms of chronic stress is crucial for taking steps to reduce its harmful effects.
Common Sources of Stress:
At Thriveworks Mt. Pleasant, our counselors provide stress reduction strategies and techniques to manage the stress you are experiencing. If you’d like help working through your stress, call us to schedule your appointment at (843) 588-1846.
Chronic stress can complicate many diseases and lead to issues such as:
If you are feeling persistently anxious, overwhelmed, or worried, it may be time to consider counseling.
Thriveworks Mt. Pleasant will help you understand the sources of your stress and explore techniques to manage it. One effective method is guided meditation and mindfulness, which reinforce a positive vision of yourself and help relieve stress.
Our counselors offer flexible schedules, including evenings and weekends, and are available by phone and email between sessions. We accept most major insurance plans and offer affordable self-pay options.
Thriveworks Mt. Pleasant is conveniently located adjacent to the Queensborough Shopping Center at 1131 Queensborough Blvd., #100 in Mt. Pleasant. Call us today at (843) 588-1846 to schedule your first counseling session and take the first step toward a less stressful life.
Includes individual, couples, child/ teen, & family therapy
Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management
Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Mt Pleasant is located near Mathis Ferry Road and Anna Knapp Blvd, off US-17. It is just around the corner from the Mount Pleasant Memorial Waterfront Park and near the Hobcaw Creek.
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