Hours: Mon - Thurs. 8am - 6pm

Phone Number: 803-387-0466

Virtual sessions available in safe and confidential environment.

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What is Counseling?

According to the American Counseling Association, Counseling is a "...professional relationship that empowers diverse individuals, families, and groups to accomplish mental health, wellness, education, and career goals."

Dr. Twaina Harris

Licensed Professional Counselor

The Counselor & Consultant

Dr. Harris is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in South Carolina, and has been in counseling profession for twenty-two years. She began her counseling career with Girls Incorporated, a non-profit organization with programs that promote and empower girls. At Girls Inc., Dr. Harris was introduced to program facilitation and development in addition to her case management responsibilities. She facilitated wellness and self-image program, organized health fairs, and developed educational after-school programs focused on life skills and leadership.

For the past 17 years, she has been working in higher education. Her career in higher education began as an academic advisor and student counselor. Over the years, she acquired extensive experience in strategic planning, program development and assessment, academic advising, leadership development, organizational planning, organizational financial management, and student counselor.

Using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Reality Therapy, and Adlerian principles, she has experience with counseling families, support groups, and individuals in clinical and agency settings. Dr. Harris has conducted numerous educational workshops that promote mental health awareness.

Life alone can have stressful occurrences. With the additional impact of COVID-19, mental wellness and stress management have become even more essential to enjoy the fullness of life. Take the time to take care of you. Dr. Harris is ready to listen!

Experience & Techniques

Counselor - With care and compassion, Dr. Harris is committed to providing guidance, encouragement, and support to clients seeking to lead more effective and productive lives through self-exploration and self-awareness. She is dedicated to helping clients develop constructive strategies for managing challenging situations, behaviors, and problems. Her counseling practices are goal-oriented and based on several counseling theories.

Consultant - Dr. Harris is committed and motivated to deliver professional and exemplary service to individuals, organizations, and businesses. Direction, support, and assistance are provided in an organized, objective, and respectful manner. The consultant services are available in the areas of self-care, mental wellness, and academic advising practices, processes, and professional development.

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