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Your Trusted Partner for Counseling & Coaching Solutions
At Lake Murray Counseling Center, we are independent counselors dedicated to helping individuals achieve personal growth through a unique blend of spiritual therapy and evidence-based counseling techniques. Our approach focuses on setting actionable goals, implementing meaningful changes, and fostering long-term results through efficient yet thorough therapy. We prioritize client-centered care, avoiding prolonged discussions about problems while ensuring each session addresses specific needs.Our team consists of licensed professionals with over 20 years of combined experience in counseling and coaching, offering expertise in areas such as anxiety, depression, relationship dynamics, and life transitions. We serve adults, couples, and teens, addressing challenges ranging from workplace stress to adolescent development. Our commitment to ethical practice and personalized attention ensures clients receive tailored support without unnecessary delays or rushed sessions.
Services
Individual Counseling
Couples Therapy
Teen Counseling
Anxiety & Depression Treatment
Life Transition Coaching
Highlights and features
- Our counselors have over 20 years of combined experience in South Carolina-licensed practice.
- We combine spiritual therapy with evidence-based counseling techniques for holistic solutions.
- Short-term therapy designed to produce long-term personal growth and stability.
- Specialized services for teens, adults, couples, and workplace-related mental health challenges.
- Licensed professionals offering personalized, non-rushed therapeutic sessions tailored to client needs.
Services
Individual Counseling
Our individual counseling sessions provide a safe, confidential space to address mental health challenges like anxiety, depression, and identity issues. Using evidence-based techniques combined with spiritual insights, we help clients develop coping strategies and achieve personal growth. Each session focuses on creating actionable plans for lasting emotional and psychological well-being.
Couples Therapy
Couples therapy addresses communication breakdowns, conflict resolution, and relational dynamics for married or dating partners. We help couples rebuild trust, improve intimacy, and navigate challenges like premarital planning or post-divorce adjustments. Our approach combines practical tools with emotional support to strengthen relationships.
Teen Counseling
Specialized counseling for teens dealing with peer pressure, academic stress, and identity development. Our licensed counselors create age-appropriate strategies to address rebellion, social challenges, and transitional life phases. We focus on building resilience and healthy coping mechanisms for adolescent mental health.
Anxiety & Depression Treatment
Targeted treatment programs for anxiety and depression using cognitive-behavioral techniques and mindfulness practices. We address symptoms through personalized therapy plans that incorporate spiritual perspectives when appropriate. Our goal is to restore emotional balance and improve daily functioning.
Life Transition Coaching
Coaching services for individuals navigating career changes, mid-life transitions, or major life decisions. We provide practical guidance for workplace stress, financial challenges, and personal development. Our approach emphasizes goal-setting and adaptive strategies for successful transitions.
People
Steve Arneson
Licensed Professional Counselor
With over 20 years of experience, Steve specializes in adult mental health, couples therapy, and trauma recovery. He integrates spiritual insights with evidence-based practices to address anxiety, depression, and relationship challenges.
Leahan Doar
Licensed Professional Counselor
Leahan focuses on depression, anxiety, and trauma recovery for individuals and adolescents. Her expertise includes identity development and workplace stress management, combining compassionate care with practical therapeutic techniques.
Barry F. Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor
Barry specializes in relationship counseling, adolescent development, and ADHD management. With 20+ years of experience, he provides tailored solutions for family dynamics, career transitions, and emotional regulation challenges.
Questions
What types of counseling services do you offer?
We provide individual counseling, couples therapy, teen counseling, anxiety/depression treatment, and life transition coaching tailored to personal needs.
How does spiritual therapy integrate with counseling?
When appropriate, we incorporate spiritual perspectives into evidence-based techniques to address emotional and psychological challenges holistically.
Are your counselors licensed professionals?
Yes, all our counselors are independently licensed in South Carolina with over 20 years of combined experience.
Do you work with adolescent clients?
Yes, we specialize in teen counseling addressing peer pressure, academic stress, and identity development challenges.
What is your approach to therapy duration?
We focus on efficient, goal-oriented sessions that produce lasting results without unnecessary prolongation of therapy.
