LPC, LCMHC

Dr. Damien Johnson , LPC, LCMHC

Therapist in South Carolina

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About Damien

Dr. Damien Johnson is a counseling professional with more than 17 years of experience helping people manage symptoms and navigate life challenges. He holds a B.S. in Criminal Justice, an M.A. in Counseling, and a Ph.D. in Human Services, and is credentialed as an LPC and an LCMHC - state licenses that authorize professional counseling and clinical mental health practice. He leads a private counseling and community outreach agency that focuses on mental health, substance use, and co-occurring disorders.

His counseling style is warm and engaging and grounded in a person-centered philosophy that meets clients where they are while working toward clear goals. He emphasizes collaboration and draws on clients' strengths to address obstacles that interfere with functioning. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is his primary theoretical orientation, helping clients explore how thoughts and feelings influence behavior. He also incorporates mindfulness and NLP principles to support practical change.

Dr. Johnson has worked with a wide range of concerns, including stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship and intimacy issues, trauma and abuse, depression, family and parenting challenges, grief, anger, self-esteem, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and coping with life changes. He offers a variety of service formats to fit different needs, including messaging, live chat, phone, and video sessions, and he is available to work with clients internationally.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy, acceptance, and meeting the client where they are. In this approach the therapist creates a supportive environment that helps individuals explore their feelings and identify personal goals, which is useful for relationship concerns, grief, and self-esteem work.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on the links between thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. CBT offers practical tools to reframe unhelpful thinking patterns and develop coping strategies, making it well suited for anxiety, depression, stress, and many mood-related issues.

Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) concentrates on emotional experience and interpersonal patterns, helping partners and families recognize and change cycles that undermine connection. It can be especially helpful for intimacy, relationship conflicts, and attachment-related concerns.

Choosing the right approach is part of the collaborative process. Dr. Damien Johnson works with clients to identify goals, preferences, and needs and will adapt methods so treatment fits each person. This cooperative exploration helps determine whether a short-term skills focus or a deeper relational approach is the best path forward.

Online sessions offer flexible ways to access care. Clients may connect by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging, which can make scheduling easier and allow therapy to fit into busy lives. Licensed professionals can deliver many evidence-based interventions effectively across these formats, supporting continuity of care even when in-person meetings are not feasible.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Dr. Damien Johnson have?

Dr. Damien Johnson has 17 years of experience in counseling and related clinical work.

Is Dr. Damien Johnson a licensed therapist?

Yes. He holds the credentials LPC and LCMHC. His licenses are listed as SC LPC 5249 and NC LCMHC 7860.

In which languages does Dr. Damien Johnson provide therapy?

Dr. Damien Johnson provides therapy in English.

Where is Dr. Damien Johnson located?

Dr. Damien Johnson is located in South Carolina.

How can I work with Dr. Damien Johnson as my therapist?

You can work with Dr. Damien Johnson through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Dr. Damien Johnson work with international clients?

Yes, Dr. Damien Johnson works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Dr. Damien Johnson cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseDepression

Also works with

Family conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemBipolar disorderCoping with life changesADHD

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Existential TherapyHypnotherapyMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

17+ years

Licensed

South Carolina, North Carolina

Languages

English

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