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Acquanita Pettis

Acquanita Pettis

LCSW, LISW-CP

South Carolina

Compassionate, practical support for life transitions

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At a glance

Credentials
LCSW, LISW-CP
License
LISW-CP, South Carolina / 16505; LCSW, North Carolina / C016758
Experience
12 years
Languages
English
Location
South Carolina

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    • Motivational listening
    • Attachment focus
    • Goal oriented

    About Acquanita

    Acquanita Pettis is a licensed clinical social worker who helps people facing stress, anxiety, trauma, and struggles with self-esteem. She works with LGBTQ+ individuals and young adults, guiding them through identity questions, discrimination, and life transitions in a direct and compassionate way.

    Her practice focuses on building a collaborative relationship. She listens first, then helps clients set realistic goals. Sessions aim to improve communication, reduce panic and overwhelm, and find clearer direction in life.

    Pettis integrates practical methods alongside a warm therapeutic stance. She uses Motivational Interviewing to support change, Attachment-Based Therapy to address relationship patterns, and Client-Centered Therapy to keep the work grounded in each person’s values. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy tools are used when helpful to manage intense emotions and unhelpful thoughts.

    With 12 years of experience she draws from a range of approaches and adapts them to each person's needs. She emphasizes small, achievable steps so progress feels manageable rather than overwhelming. The goal is steady, sustainable change rather than quick fixes.

    She holds LCSW and LISW-CP credentials and practices in South Carolina. Sessions are conducted in English and are intended for adults. Prospective clients should confirm current session options and scheduling before booking.

  2. How her approaches translate to online work

    Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early relationships shape current patterns. Online sessions can be a space to notice those patterns and try different ways of relating in real time. Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative way to explore ambivalence and strengthen motivation for change, useful for issues like substance use or making life changes. Client-Centered Therapy puts the person's own values and goals at the center, with the therapist following the client's lead and reflecting what matters most.

    Finding the right approach is part of the work. She will discuss options and try strategies together, adjusting methods to match the client's goals, needs, and preferences. That collaborative process helps determine whether more skills-based work, deeper attachment work, or motivational conversations are most helpful.

    Please confirm available session formats before booking, as specific online options are not listed in the profile. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. It can also let people choose audio-only meetings if video feels like too much at first. Those practical benefits can help therapy fit into everyday life while focusing on steady progress.

  4. Areas of expertise

    Primary focus

    Stress, AnxietyLGBTTrauma and abuseAnger managementSelf esteem

    Additional focus areas

    AbandonmentAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameLife purposePanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSelf-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaYoung adult issues

    Therapeutic approaches

    Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Motivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

    Experience

    12+ years

    Listed in

    South Carolina, North Carolina

    Languages

    English

  5. Frequently asked questions

    What concerns does Acquanita commonly address?

    She helps people with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger, and low self-esteem. She also focuses on issues like abandonment, codependency, addiction, and family of origin problems.

    What is her therapeutic style like?

    Her style is collaborative and affirming. She listens closely, helps set goals, and uses practical skills alongside reflective conversation.

    How much clinical experience does she have?

    She has 12 years of experience working with adults on emotional and interpersonal concerns.

    What credentials and region are listed for this therapist?

    She holds LCSW and LISW-CP credentials and practices in South Carolina.

    In which languages are sessions available?

    Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.

    Which session formats are used?

    Please confirm current session options before booking, as the profile does not list specific formats.

    How does cost and billing work?

    Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

    How do I begin working with her?

    Start by clicking the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling according to therapist availability.

  6. Online talk therapy is not emergency or medical care. Stopping or cutting down alcohol or other drugs can be unsafe without medical advice. In immediate danger? Crisis numbers

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