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Dr. Damien Johnson

Dr. Damien Johnson

LPC, LCMHC

South Carolina

Compassionate counselor focused on practical change

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At a glance

Credentials
LPC, LCMHC
License
LPC, South Carolina / 5249; LCMHC, North Carolina / 7860
Experience
17 years
Languages
English
Location
South Carolina

Details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. A license can be checked with the state board.

    • Motivation-focused
    • Goal-oriented
    • Strengths-based

    About Damien

    Dr. Damien Johnson helps people who are feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, depression, substance use, trauma, and relationship or intimacy concerns. He also supports those coping with grief, anger, parenting pressures, bipolar symptoms, ADHD, and major life changes. Dr. Johnson holds a Ph.D. in Human Services and brings 17 years of counseling experience to his work. He is credentialed as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and as a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC).

    He takes a straightforward, person-centered approach in sessions. He listens first, then works with each person to set clear goals. Conversations focus on links between thoughts, feelings, and actions so people can try different behaviors and see what helps.

    Motivational Interviewing appears in his approach to help people find internal motivation for change. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is used to spot unhelpful thinking patterns and try practical alternatives. Emotionally-Focused Therapy ideas guide work on closer, more satisfying relationships.

    Dr. Johnson describes his style as warm and collaborative. He draws on mindfulness and other practical tools when useful. Sessions are aimed at building on each person’s strengths and finding steps that fit their life.

    He has worked in community outreach and runs a private counseling agency that includes services for substance use and co-occurring concerns. People who want to begin are asked to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule based on the therapist’s availability.

  2. How key approaches guide online work

    Motivational Interviewing helps people find their own reasons to change. It uses open questions and reflective listening to build motivation for steps like cutting back substance use or starting new routines. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying thoughts that lead to difficult feelings and behaviors, then testing small changes to see what makes life better. Emotionally-Focused Therapy concentrates on emotions in close relationships and aims to improve connection and communication.

    Finding the right approach is part of the online process. The therapist will work collaboratively to learn what matters most and try methods that match a person’s goals and preferences. That means adjusting pace, combining approaches, and checking in about what is helping.

    Practical benefits of online sessions include fitting therapy into a busy day and reducing travel time. Online options can make it easier to attend short check-ins, use phone sessions when bandwidth is limited, or choose video when face-to-face conversation is preferred. Confirm which session formats are currently offered before booking so arrangements suit your routine.

  4. 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

    Listed in

    South Carolina, North Carolina

    Languages

    English

  5. Frequently asked questions

    What concerns does this therapist commonly address?

    This therapist supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, substance use and trauma. He also helps with relationship and intimacy challenges, grief, parenting strain, anger, bipolar symptoms, and ADHD.

    What is the therapy style like in sessions?

    Sessions are described as warm and collaborative with a person-centered focus. Conversations tend to be practical and goal-focused, exploring thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.

    How much clinical experience does the therapist have?

    The therapist has 17 years of counseling experience and has worked in private practice and community outreach settings.

    Which credentials and where is the therapist licensed?

    The therapist holds LPC and LCMHC credentials and practices from South Carolina where he is licensed as an LPC; he also holds North Carolina LCMHC credentials.

    Are sessions offered in other languages or internationally?

    Sessions are offered in English and this therapist accepts international clients.

    What session formats are used for therapy?

    The original profile lists messaging, live chat, phone, and video as available formats; confirm current session options before booking.

    How are fees and payment handled?

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

    How do I begin working with this therapist?

    Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist’s 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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