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Licensed clinical social worker recordSouth Carolina

Johnnie Terrell

Johnnie Terrell, LCSW, LISW-CP

South Carolina

Licensed clinical social worker - stress and relationships

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Credentials
LCSW, LISW-CP
Licensed in Florida
LCSW, licence SW19794
Licensed in South Carolina
LISW-CP, licence 15637
NPI
1710411467
Experience
5 years
Languages
English
Location
South Carolina

These details come from information Johnnie supplied to BetterHelp. A licence can be checked with the social work board of the state that issued it, and an NPI with the national registry.

AAbout

  • Stress and anxiety
  • Trauma and abuse
  • CBT and ACT methods

About Johnnie

Johnnie Terrell is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Florida with five years of professional experience. He helps people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship strain, trauma and abuse, anger, and depression.

He begins by listening to what matters most to each person. Sessions focus on practical steps that can make daily life easier. Conversations are direct and respectful, with attention to specific problems and clear ways to try new skills at home.

Johnnie uses approaches like cognitive behavioral techniques, acceptance and commitment ideas, and attachment-informed thinking to guide sessions. He also draws on client-centered and dialectical behavior strategies to help manage strong emotions and improve communication. These methods are used to address concerns such as abandonment, attachment issues, codependency, and caregiver stress.

In the room he emphasizes concrete coping tools. That can mean breaking down overwhelming feelings, practicing grounding and mindfulness skills, or mapping out communication plans for difficult conversations. He explains options plainly and checks in about what is working.

People who choose him often want clear, practical steps rather than long theoretical talks. He practices in South Carolina and works in English. International clients are accepted, and session arrangements are set through the site’s scheduling process.

BHow sessions work

How his approaches are used in online sessions

Johnnie commonly uses cognitive behavioral therapy and acceptance and commitment therapy in his work. CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking patterns and trying different behaviors to change how someone feels. ACT emphasizes noticing thoughts and values-based action so people can keep moving toward what matters even when feelings are uncomfortable.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. He works collaboratively to decide which methods fit a person's goals and preferences, and adjusts plans if something is not helping. That conversation is practical and outcome-focused rather than theoretical.

Session formats are not specified here, so confirm current online options before booking. Many people find online sessions useful because they can fit therapy around work, caregiving, or travel. Online appointments can make it easier to have shorter check-ins, reduce travel time, or use video or audio in ways that match energy levels and bandwidth. Licensed professionals, including this therapist, use those choices to help clients balance therapy with everyday responsibilities.

CAreas of focus

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseAnger managementDepression

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPostpartum depressionPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Mindfulness TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

5+ years

Listed in

Florida, South Carolina

Languages

English

DQuestions

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does he help with?

He works with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, anger, and depression, plus related areas like attachment problems and caregiver stress.

How would you describe his therapeutic style?

Sessions are practical and straightforward, with an emphasis on skills, emotion regulation, and improving communication rather than abstract theory.

What is his professional background?

He has five years of professional experience working with people on mood, stress, and relationship concerns.

Where is he licensed to practice?

He holds LCSW in Florida and LISW-CP in South Carolina and practices from South Carolina.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can people outside the US work with him?

International clients are accepted; confirm time zones and scheduling when you book.

How are costs handled?

Cost varies with location and services; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

What is the first step to begin sessions?

Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.

Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988. More crisis numbers

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