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I know how difficult life can be, and I have valuable skills to meet you where you are and help you move in the direction of the l...
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I know how difficult life can be, and I have valuable skills to meet you where you are and help you move in the direction of the life you want to live.
I am a licensed professional counselor (LPC) with 4 years of experience in the mental health field. I work with adolescents and adults facing concerns such as depression, anxiety, trauma, OCD, self-esteem challenges, and identity-related stressors. My background includes experience in substance use treatment, where I supported individuals with complex and co-occurring concerns. I also have experience providing family and couples counseling focused on communication and conflict resolution. My therapeutic approach is person-centered and collaborative, recognizing you as the expert on your own life.
I earned my master’s degree in psychology with a concentration in clinical counseling from The Citadel. I utilize evidence-based approaches, including cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, trauma-focused interventions, eye movement desensitization and reprocessing, and motivational interviewing.
I strive to create a safe, supportive space where you feel heard, respected, and empowered. Whether you are seeking direction, clarity, or simply someone to walk alongside you during a difficult season, I am here to support your growth and healing. Together, we can work toward meaningful change that aligns with your values and goals, starting with taking the first step to schedule an appointment.
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As someone passionate about fostering inclusive environments, I deeply understand the importance of creating spaces where everyone...
As someone passionate about fostering inclusive environments, I deeply understand the importance of creating spaces where everyone feels valued and heard.
Wanda Mayse is a Licensed Professional Counselor with 25 years of experience in behavioral health. Their expertise spans a variety of primary practice areas, including ADHD, autism, adjustment disorder, couples work, oppositional defiant disorder, conduct disorder, major depressive disorder, and general anxiety. Wanda has worked as a program director in a residential treatment facility for adolescents with intellectual disabilities and mental health disorders and co-directed camps for survivors of traumatic brain injuries.
Wanda has a Master of Science in Counseling from Webster University. They utilize evidence-based treatment modalities such as motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy, and dialectical behavior therapy. Wanda offers a personalized approach to therapy that treats the whole person within their environment.
Wanda understands that finding the right solution can be overwhelming, but she is here to make the process easier. With a commitment to listening and understanding, Wanda offers support every step of the way. If you're ready to take the next step, she invites you to reach out and start a conversation. Your needs matter, and she is here to help.
I love my work because it allows me to help people discover resources and strategies to improve their well-being and lead more ful...
I love my work because it allows me to help people discover resources and strategies to improve their well-being and lead more fulfilling lives.
I am a licensed professional counselor (LPC) with 17 years of experience in the mental health field. I work with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families who are navigating challenges related to trauma, depression, anxiety, anger management, behavioral concerns, grief and loss, adoption and foster care, and mood disorders.
I earned my master’s degree in professional counseling from Liberty University. My clinical approach is collaborative and strength-based, drawing from cognitive behavioral therapy, narrative therapy, and solution-focused techniques to support each client’s unique goals and needs.
I feel honored to walk alongside clients during some of their most difficult moments and help them reconnect with hope and healing. Together, we will build practical skills and insight to support growth, resilience, and positive change. I look forward to partnering with you on your journey.
You deserve dedicated time with a mental health professional — it can be life-changing.
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My go-to approach for helping kids in child therapy is teaching coping skills in a fun and interactive way. I find the best benefit in using games, play, and art to help children express themselves and learn how to handle their big feelings. It is also important for the parents/guardians to be involved so that they can reinforce things learned in sessions at home and help the child practice.
I teach the following tools in child therapy: breathing exercises, grounding techniques, mindfulness, feelings identification, and communication skills.
I know a child has made progress in therapy when they are able to tell me about times they have been able to use their coping skills at home and/or at school. It is also beneficial to get the perspective of the parents/guardians to identify ways they have seen the child progress throughout the process.
Clients can supplement their time in child therapy by practicing their skills at home on a regular basis with the help and support of parents/guardians.
To prepare for their first child therapy session, it's important for the parent/guardian to explain to the child where they're going and why, at an age-appropriate level.
Child therapy, also known as counseling for kids, helps young individuals better understand and manage the challenges that affect their mental health. Common challenges amongst kids include behavioral issues, trauma, bullying, depression, and anxiety. All ages of children can attend and benefit from child therapy at Thriveworks North Charleston.
Child therapy works by using multiple techniques tailored to fit the child’s needs based on their age group, their challenges, and the severity of their challenges. It might involve play therapy for younger kids or cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, art therapy, and others for varying ages. In any case, Thriveworks child therapists in North Charleston, SC have the expertise and experience to help kids at their level.
Child therapy is a type of therapy meant for clients within a specific age group, while play therapy is an approach to therapy that helps children with self-expression and stress relief, among others. Play therapy is a technique that is often used in child therapy to help children express what’s running through their minds when they do not have the words to express their thoughts and emotions. It can get children to express what’s wrong, what might be causing unwanted behaviors, or what they might need in a way that is accessible to them so that therapists can then work to treat the issue.
It’s not always obvious when a child should see a therapist for their behavior, though in the midst of challenges like divorce, loss, bullying, and other mental health conditions, it’s often a good idea to seek it out. Common behaviors that can indicate a need for child therapy include separation anxiety, bedwetting (at inappropriate ages), and agitation/excessive irritability — especially if it reaches a point of physical violence.
Cognitive behavioral therapy at Thriveworks in North Charleston, SC is one of the best types of therapy for children. However, it can be administered in child therapy sessions in a variety of ways that are more accessible to young minds, such as play therapy.
Child therapy at Thriveworks is conducted both in person and online by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.
The length of child therapy depends on your child’s needs as well as the goals that you and their therapist might have for them. Generally, child therapy sessions will last for several months.
At Thriveworks, we accept most major insurance plans, allowing many clients to pay as little as $0–$50 per session with their co-pay. We also offer self-pay options for those out-of-network or without insurance. Self-pay rates for talk therapy range from $160 to $240 for intake sessions and $135 to $195 for follow-ups, depending on your state. For psychiatry services, self-pay intake sessions are $255–$375, with follow-ups ranging from $175–$300, also varying by state. More information on current self-pay costs is available on our pricing page.
If you recognize that your child or teenager is struggling to work through any given challenge, consider calling Thriveworks North Charleston, SC child therapy. We have child therapists, counselors, and psychologists on staff. These professionals have skills, training, tools, and experience related to helping kids and teenagers.
Your child therapist will be sure to help your child maintain or improve their mental and emotional health as they navigate this crucial stage of development that is growing up. To schedule an appointment, call (843) 261-5949. We’ll pair your child with a caring, skilled professional.
Child therapists, counselors, and psychologists serve to help and guide children in times of need. But as a caretaker, guardian, or family member, it’s important to familiarize yourself with the signs that your child might be struggling. These signs include:
If the above describes your child or teen, our child therapists are happy to help guide them through whatever challenges they have encountered.
Your Thriveworks North Charleston, SC child therapist will get to know your child and their specific needs. Then, they will design an individualized treatment plan just for them. This plan will help your child or teen work through their feelings, adjust during big life changes, and ultimately live better. Here are common issues seen in child therapy:
These issues are commonly seen in child therapy at Thriveworks North Charleston. That said, we certainly didn’t list every problem that children and teens face, nor could we! Whatever your child or teen is facing, we’re happy to help them navigate their way through it.
If you think your child could benefit from working with one of our child therapists or psychologists at Thriveworks North Charleston, call us today at (843) 261-5949.
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