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Johnnie Terrell

Johnnie Terrell, LCSW, LISW-CP

LCSW - Anxiety and relationship concerns

South Carolina

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Credentials
LCSW, LISW-CP
License
LCSW, Florida / SW19794; LISW-CP, South Carolina / 15637
NPI
1710411467
Experience
5 years
Languages
English
Location
South Carolina
  • Stress and anxiety
  • Relationship issues
  • Trauma and abuse

About Johnnie

Johnnie Terrell is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and a Licensed Independent Social Worker with Clinical Practice (LISW-CP) with five years of professional experience. He practices in South Carolina and works with people facing stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, anger, and depression. Sessions are conducted in English and he accepts international clients.

Johnnie keeps sessions straightforward and focused on what matters most to each person. He invites people to talk about thoughts and feelings and helps them notice patterns that get in the way. He uses practical skills and short exercises when they help.

In therapy he draws on cognitive behavioral methods to notice and change unhelpful thinking. He also uses elements of acceptance and commitment work to help people decide what matters to them and act on it. Attachment-based ideas guide conversations about how past connections influence present relationships.

People who feel nervous in social situations or find it hard to speak up may find the step-by-step focus useful. Johnnie aims to break down bigger problems into small, manageable steps. He checks in often about what is and is not working.

He describes his role as a listening professional who works alongside people as they try new ways of coping. Sessions often mix talking with targeted exercises and practical suggestions. To begin, readers are asked to use the site's matching and scheduling process to set up a first appointment.

How therapeutic approaches translate to online work

Johnnie uses cognitive behavioral therapy to help people identify unhelpful thoughts and test different ways of thinking and acting. CBT is useful for anxiety, low mood, and problems that involve getting stuck in the same responses.

He also draws on acceptance and commitment therapy, which helps people clarify what matters most to them and take small actions toward those values while learning to sit with difficult feelings. Attachment-based ideas are used to look at how early relationship patterns affect current interactions and trust.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. He will talk with each person about what feels most helpful and adjust methods based on goals and preferences. That collaborative process continues as sessions progress.

The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm the available options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow quick check-ins when needed. Some formats may need less bandwidth or let people join without video, which can help on a noisy day or during a short break from work.

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

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does he address?

He works with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, anger, and depression, plus related areas such as attachment issues and body image.

How would he approach sessions?

Sessions mix talking with practical exercises. He uses methods like CBT, ACT, and attachment-based ideas to help people notice patterns and try new behaviors.

How much experience does he have?

He has five years of professional work experience as a social worker in clinical practice.

What are his credentials and location?

He holds LCSW and LISW-CP credentials and practices in South Carolina, with licensure noted in FL LCSW and SC LISW-CP.

Which languages are supported?

Sessions are offered in English and international clients are accepted.

What session formats are available?

The original biography does not list session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.

How does cost work?

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

How do I start a first session?

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

Johnnie TerrellLCSW, LISW-CP

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