Parenting therapists in Irmo, SC
Browse Parenting therapists in Irmo, South Carolina. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Parenting
Emily Stone
Marriage and Family Therapist, MA, MDiv, PhD, LMFT-S
Parenting: The Ultimate Systemic Challenge
Moving from Survival to Connection
Parenting is perhaps the most profound "attachment laboratory" we will ever enter. It has the power to bring up our greatest joys and our deepest "ghosts" from the past. In my practice, I move beyond standard "behavioral tips" to help parents understand the relational system at play. Whether you are navigating the "toddler years," the "teen years," or the complex transition into adult-child relationships, I provide a space to parent with intention rather than reactivity.
Navigating the Modern Parenting System
Today’s parents are facing unprecedented levels of burnout and overwhelmed by "expert" advice. We work together to find your voice in the noise, addressing:
The "Parental Melt Down": Understanding the neurobiology of why we "flip our lids" and learning somatic tools to stay within your Window of Tolerance when your child is out of theirs.
Neurodivergent Parenting: Providing specialized support for parents of neurodivergent children, or for neurodivergent parents themselves, navigating sensory overstimulation and executive functioning demands.
The Cycle of Rejection Sensitivity: Addressing how our own childhood wounds can make a child’s natural independence feel like a personal rejection.
A Research-Backed, Heart-Centered Approach
With over 20 years of experience and a PhD in Child and Family Studies, I integrate high-level theory with practical, everyday application:
Attachment-Based Parenting: Using Attachment Theory to move away from "power struggles" and toward a secure base where your child feels seen, safe, and soothed.
Systems Theory & Family Dynamics: We look at the "hidden" roles everyone plays in the family. How does the stress in the marriage, the workplace, or the social system impact the child’s behavior?
Parenting through Transition: Supporting families through the "big shifts"—divorce, moving, new siblings, or spiritual deconstruction—ensuring the family bond remains resilient.
Supporting the "Helper" Parent
I have a deep commitment to working with therapists and pastors as parents. It is uniquely difficult to hold space for others all day and then come home to the raw, unfiltered demands of a family. I provide a confidential sanctuary where you can take off the "expert" hat and find the support you need to be the parent you want to be.
21 Years Experience
Online in Irmo, SC (Online Only)
Parenting
Lauren Feliciano Nieles
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
Parenting can feel overwhelming at times. I provide a supportive space to help you navigate challenges, understand your child’s needs, and feel more confident in your approach, while strengthening your relationship with your child.
3 Years Experience
Online in Irmo, SC
Parenting
Dr. Megie Shean
Psychologist, PsyD
Transitioning to parenting can be challenging, and each stage of it can be new and cause or heighten distress. I can support you in this.
7 Years Experience
Online in Irmo, SC (Online Only)
Parenting
Andrea Meier, LLC | Holistic Wellness Collective
Licensed Professional Counselor, M.S., LPC, LAC
Parenting can bring both deep connection and significant stress, especially during challenging developmental stages or family transitions. We support parents in understanding their child or teen, navigating difficult behaviors and emotions, strengthening communication and boundaries, and creating healthier, move connected family relationships.
20 Years Experience
Online in Irmo, SC
Parenting
Robin Wellington
Counselor/Therapist, LPC-A, RYT-500, CTP, CSTFP
When working with parenting concerns, I support parents in navigating the challenges of raising children while staying connected to their own emotional well-being. Parenting can bring moments of joy as well as stress, self-doubt, and overwhelm. Together we explore family dynamics, build tools for responding to challenges with greater calm and clarity, and strengthen your ability to regulate your own nervous system—something that powerfully shapes the emotional environment your children grow up in. As parents develop greater awareness and steadiness, many find their relationships with their children become more connected, supportive, and resilient.
5 Years Experience
Online in Irmo, SC (Online Only)
Parenting therapists in Irmo, SC Statistics
Parenting therapists in Irmo, SC average 18 years of experience and charge around $208 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (79%), Family Systems Therapy (44%), and Psychodynamic Therapy (37%).
Average years in practice
18 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$208
Accept insurance
43%
Offer sliding scale
33%
Gender ID
| 74% |
Female |
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| 23% |
Male |
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| 2% |
Non-Binary |
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| 1% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 68% |
In Person and Online |
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| 32% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 79% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 44% | Family Systems Therapy |
| 37% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 36% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 34% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 34% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 34% | Behavioral Therapy |
Ages Served
| 96% | Adult |
| 80% | Young Adult |
| 61% | Teen |
| 54% | Senior |
| 34% | Children |
Client Focus
| 56% | Women |
| 36% | Men |
| 34% | LGBTQ+ |
| 26% | Military / Veterans |
| 24% | Black / African American |