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Living well and at peace is possible.

Experiencing anxiety, sadness, or just feeling stuck?
We work with adults, couples, teens, and children 
to help you feel better through specialized therapy. 


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Counseling Studio in Clemson, SC

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Living well and at peace is possible.

We believe you deserve specialized care. We work with adults, couples, teens, and children 5+  feeling stuck in patterns that are no longer serving them. This often shows up as anxiety, worry, panic, depression, self-criticism, grief, relationship difficulties, trauma, indecisiveness, perinatal concerns, and major life stress. We are an inclusive and LGBTQIA+ affirming practice. We accept BCBS, Aetna, and Cigna insurances, with self pay and reduced rate options. 

Located in historic downtown Pendleton, South Carolina, less three miles from Clemson University, we've created a soothing environment and a scheduling system that never keeps you waiting long.  By combining strong evidence-based techniques with a creative, personalized approach, we give our clients the best care in the Upstate. 

Welcome to
The Well Center

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- Specializing in trauma, life transitions, intellectualization, professional identity development, anxiety, depression, LGBTQIA+, & relationship dynamics
- EMDR Trained for Trauma Focused Treatment 
- Integrative approach treating your whole person using EMDR, Art Therapy, DBT, and Mindfulness Based Therapies
- Services for adults 18+

Monika Pursell, LPC
Mental Health Therapist

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monika@wellcentertherapy.com

- Specializing in anxiety, life transitions, stress, relational issues, school difficulties, identity development, & perinatal mental health, 
- Treatment approaches using CBT, mindfulness, narrative therapy, and creative arts 
- DBT training in progress 
- Services for teens, college-aged, adults, and children 9+

Kate Bowen Morse, LMSW
Mental Health Therapist

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kate@wellcentertherapy.com

- Specializes in couples counseling, marital concerns, relationship issues, and building trust
- Works with individuals providing therapy for anxiety, depression, life and family transitions, substance use issues, & more 
- LGBTQIA+ affirming therapist for all relationships
- Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist 


Zach Miller, LMFT
Mental Health Therapist

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zach@wellcentertherapy.com

- Specializes in treatment of anxiety, self-worth and self-esteem, depression, trauma, feeling "stuck", stress, and life transitions
- Utilizes person-centered approaches, mindfulness, self-compassion, rational emotive behavioral therapy, and existential psychotherapy 
- Certified Medical Support Clinical Hypnotherapist
- LPCA under the clinical supervision of Rachel De Alba, LPC 

Creseda Riccardi, LPCA
Mental Health Therapist

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creseda@wellcentertherapy.com

- Specializes in children and teens 10+ and college aged clients
- Background in relationship-based trauma informed care
- Treats anxiety, identity development, depression, school concerns, family transitions, and trauma
- LPCA under the clinical supervision of Rachel De Alba, LPC 

Mallory Mercer, LPCA
Mental Health Therapist

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mallory@wellcentertherapy.com

- Specializes in anxiety, stress, depression, bipolar disorder, family concerns, relational issues, & identity development
- Services for adults and college-aged students
- Practices from a family systems theory, strengths based, CBT, narrative, and person centered approach
- Enjoys volunteering at an Equine Assisted Therapy Center

Taylor Royster, LPC
Mental Health Therapist

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taylor@wellcentertherapy.com

- Specializes in couples counseling for a wide range of relationship concerns and helps form supportive relationships through healing & understanding
- Works with individuals providing therapy for life and family transitions, anxiety, depression, and more
- LGBTQIA+ affirming therapist for all relationships
- Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist 
- Provides Animal Assisted Therapy with her AKC trained dog, Baker

Brianna Hall, LMFT
Mental Health Therapist

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brianna@wellcentertherapy.com

- Specializes in ADHD, emotional regulation, anxiety, depression, challenges in school, increasing communication, and life transitions
- Works with children 5+, teens, and adults
- Believes that treating children requires work with the whole family
- Incorporates experiential therapy, mindfulness, play therapy, reality, & CBT
- Registered Play Therapist in Process, Triple P Provider (Positive Parenting Program)
- Clinical Supervisor of Child & Teen Services and Internship Services

Matthew Webb, LPC
Mental Health Therapist

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matthew@wellcentertherapy.com

- Specializes in depression and anxiety, family concerns, isolation, relational issues, stress, existential topics, LGBTQIA+ & identity development
- Services for adults 18+
- Practices substance use counseling from a harm-reduction model 
- Clinical Supervisor of Adult Services for The Well Center
- Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor in progress

Rachel De Alba, LPC
Mental Health Therapist

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rachel@wellcentertherapy.com

- Provider for children (8+), teens, college aged adults
- Specializing in anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, & relational issues
- Treatment approaches  included Emotion Focused Therapy, Polyvagal Theory, Person-Centered and Mindfulness
- Masters Level Intern from Clemson University under the clinical supervision of Matthew Webb, LPC

Namour LaMonica, B.A. 
Clinical Counseling Intern

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namour@wellcentertherapy.com

- Specializes in anxiety, transitions,  panic, uncertainty, depression, LGBTQIA+, & self-criticism
- Perinatal Mental Health Certified 
- Author and clinician for The Wedding Check-In Premarital Counseling Series  
- Licensed Art Therapist & LPC Supervisor 
- Uses Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Existential approaches, Person-Centered Treatment, & Art Therapy 

Ginny Gaulin, LPCS ATR
Owner & Therapist

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ginny@wellcentertherapy.com

- Friendly, welcoming approach to Client Consultations
- Ready to answer any questions about billing or insurance 
- Knowledgeable about the clinical specialities of our therapists
- Happy to provide referrals in the community, as needed

Jamie Giannini, B.S.
Administrative Assistant

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hello@wellcentertherapy.com

- Completed the American Kennel Club's Canine Good Citizen Program 
- Provides Animal Assisted Therapy with his coworker and handler, Brianna Hall LMFT
- Offers comfort and a judgment-free space, which helps lessen stress and anxiety
- Friendly, Welcoming, Cozy, Cuddly

Baker
Therapy Dog

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keep learning how to live.”

“As long as you live,

 - Seneca

Marriage counseling and couples counseling can be a lifesaver.  Seeking help for your relationship is a sign that your relationship is important and worth the effort.  Our couples therapist is here to work with you to change for the better.

Common treatment goals:
- improve communication
- decrease irritability & anger 
- address commitment issues, infidelity, or life goal differences
- build respect, understanding, and trust
- explore romantic and sexual wellbeing
- maintain what is working well

With informed care, relationships to be sources compassion, understanding, and fulfillment, not a source of stress or pain. 

Marriage & Couples Counseling

Parents often reach out at the recommendation of teachers and pediatricians or when life at home feels "off." Services for children age 5+ are available.  We work with the whole family in order to:

- Decrease anxiety and worry
- Reduce stress of life transitions
- Adjust to change
- Build anger and frustration tolerance
- Improve low self-esteem
- Work on goals for ADD/ADHD

Our licensed professional counselors  encourage skill building, self-expression, and exploration and allows for healing and growth to take place in a unique and creative way. 

Teen and Child
Therapy

What are some reasons to seek our services?

- Uncontrollable worries that don't seem to stop
- Feeling overwhelmed by a new environment or in social situations
- Life transitions such as college, divorce, grief, moving, infidelity, break ups, and job search
- Wishing you could feel happier in your daily life
- Thinking there could be something "more"

During your intake session, your therapist will customize a treatment plan to meet your exact needs at this time.  Our treatment approaches include cognitive-behavioral techniques, motivational interviewing, person-centered approaches, trauma-focused interventions, and postpartum work. 

Individual Counseling

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I would highly recommend her to anyone looking to make a change .”

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We want to hear from you.
We make sure all new clients feel welcome, safe, and taken care of. 

The first step is to contact us to make sure we are a great fit. From there we can clarify insurance questions and get your initial session scheduled quickly. 




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By submitting this form, you are acknowledging: 
  • Our services include individual counseling for ages 5+ and couples counseling. 
  • We have providers in network with BCBS, Aetna, and Cigna. We are a self-pay provider for all other insurances. If an insurance based provider is unavailable, we have self pay options we will clearly outline for you. 
  • We have masters level interns and LPCA sessions available for a reduced rate. 
  • If we are unable to schedule your initial assessment, you may be provided a referral to a provider we trust. 
  • This form is not to be used in the case of an emergency. We do not schedule same day appointments or crisis appointments. 

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