Connect with First Responders therapists in Sumter, SC

Are you the strong one? Always showing up for others? Feeling alone, isolated, or misunderstood? I practice a holistic approach where you and I work together to heal the Body, Soul, and Spirit.

I am dedicated to providing compassionate care to my clients. Over the past decade, I have gained extensive experience supporting individuals facing challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and substance dependence, with a specialized focus on trauma.

I support individuals through life transitions, emotional challenges, and moments of uncertainty. I create a warm, safe, and validating space where clients feel grounded, understood, and empowered.

I’m a licensed therapist with more than 25 years of clinical experience. I provide a safe, supportive, judgment-free space where we work together to create meaningful change. My experience includes trauma, abuse, addiction, grief, anxiety, depression, and first responder and law-enforcement concerns.

There is a reason for all behavior, and when it comes to people seeking true wellness. I enjoy helping people change and explore themselves.

As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I am passionate about helping clients discover their strengths, heal from past trauma, and build the skills needed to achieve lasting mental and emotional wellness. My own journey of persevering through adversity led me to this very path of dedicating my life to supporting others on their own journey.

Feeling stuck? At a crossroads in your life? Even the strongest among us can feel lost, unsure, ambivalent, or unhappy at times. As a Licensed Counselor, I can help you understand and manage whatever life throws at you, and how to do it successfully. I believe that you have the strength not just to survive, but to truly thrive.

Feeling stuck or overwhelmed? You’re not alone. I help clients navigate anxiety, self-doubt, and life changes with curiosity and compassion. My goal is to help you feel more grounded, confident, and connected—to yourself and the life you want to create.

I believe the most important thing I can offer as a counselor is this: genuine care. A mentor once told me, “Nobody cares what you know until they know that you care,” and that has stayed with me throughout my career. It shapes how I show up in every session, with authenticity, presence, and respect for your experience.

Feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or like you’ve lost touch with yourself? I help adults navigate trauma, anxiety, depression, self-worth, relationships, identity, and religious trauma. My goal is to create a space where you can feel safe, understood, and comfortable being your whole self. If you’re ready for something to change, let’s talk.

I support people from all walks of life, including military, veterans, first responders, teens, and adults.

I’m honored to walk alongside you on your wellness journey. At Lightwork Empowered, I help clients strengthen their emotional resilience, understand their experiences, and create lasting change. Together, we’ll work toward a healthier, more empowered version of you.

Thank you for choosing me, and you are in great hands! I want to be able to get you through your life challenges. I will provide a safe place for you to share the most sensitive moments in your life. Therapy can be difficult, as we discuss vulnerable and sensitive events that may have happened in your life.

I create a supportive space where you can share openly about what brings you to therapy. My focus is on listening carefully to your needs and helping you develop practical tools to move forward with clarity and confidence in your daily life.

Are you going through a difficult time or major life transition? You do not have to face it alone. I want to walk alongside you on your journey toward healing, growth, and renewed hope. Whether you are navigating personal challenges, family struggles, or emotional pain, support is available.

My goal is to help you reconnect with yourself, build confidence, and create a life that feels more aligned and fulfilling. I will help clients explore anxiety, self-doubt, and life changes in a supportive, compassionate space.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 11 years of experience. I’m licensed in North Carolina, South Carolina, and Virginia. My experience began in a dual-diagnosis hospital with adolescents facing chronic illness and mental health challenges. "Social work chose me as a way to live out my purpose of helping others find hope and healing".

Life can change in an instant, leaving you feeling anxious, grieving, overwhelmed, or unsure of who you are. As a breast cancer survivor, I bring both professional experience and personal understanding to the therapy process, offering a supportive and nonjudgmental space to help you process life’s hardest moments.

I believe the goal of therapy is to help you build the confidence and skills to no longer need me. Whether you're navigating trauma, anxiety, life transitions, or life's challenges, I'll walk beside you every step of the way as you build the life you want.

Are you feeling overwhelmed by life's challenges? I help clients facing challenges like anxiety, trauma symptoms, depression, and life transitions with compassion and an open mind. My goal is to help you reach your goals for living the life you want.

If you are struggling with depression, anxiety, anger, panic attacks, life transitions, or things of the past, I would love to help you! And offer a supportive environment in which you can express yourself, gain insight, and take steps to create change and personal growth.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the states of Virginia and South Carolina. I am a former teacher who worked with the regular and special education environments. I received my Bachelor’s degree from the University of Alabama and my Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health from the University of the Cumberlands.

Welcome. I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who is passionate about helping people navigate life's challenges with compassion, practical tools, and evidence-based care. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, struggling with anxiety, trauma, life transitions, or relationship stress, I provide a supportive space where you can feel heard.

The decision to connect with a mental health professional takes courage and self-awareness. The pressures of life can be overwhelming and too much to handle on our own. I aim to create a safe space for clients to feel comfortable discussing difficult topics and feel comfortable to be able to share their thoughts and feelings without judgement.

I’m Dr. Chad Parker, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Professional Counselor with over 20 years of experience. I provide a practical, compassionate space for teens, adults, families, and leaders to work through stress, trauma, relationships, and life transitions while building healthier patterns and greater clarity.