Therapist profile
Dr. Damien Johnson, LPC, LCMHC
Dr. Damien Johnson - LPC LCMHC, family and parenting concerns
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- CBT and client-centered
- Emotion-focused work
- Mindfulness and hypnotherapy
About Damien
Dr. Damien Johnson is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) with 17 years of experience in South Carolina. He lists work with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, depression, family issues, grief, intimacy-related difficulties, parenting, anger, self-esteem, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and ADHD.
He uses an eclectic, client-focused style that links thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Sessions often look at how patterns of thinking shape daily reactions and choices. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a frequent tool, alongside client-centered methods and emotion-focused techniques.
Johnson draws on his academic background in counseling and human services while also using mindfulness and hypnotherapy ideas where appropriate. He aims to work collaboratively on clear goals. Conversations are practical and aim to find changes that fit everyday life.
He has experience in mental health and substance use settings and has run a private counseling and community outreach agency focused on co-occurring disorders. That background informs his approach to addiction and mood-related concerns.
Clients can expect focused discussion of current problems, practical coping options, and attention to how emotions affect behavior. If parenting or family tension is part of the problem, he will address those topics with the individual client’s priorities in mind.
How sessions work
How Damien’s approaches translate to online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and responding to what matters most to the individual. It emphasizes the client’s perspective and builds goals from their priorities, which can help with relationship tension, parenting stress, and grief.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts influence feelings and behaviors. In practice this means identifying patterns, testing small changes, and building new habits. CBT is often used for anxiety, depression, anger, and coping with life changes.
Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) helps people notice and name strong emotions and how those emotions affect their reactions. This approach can be useful for intimacy-related issues and managing intense emotional responses.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. The therapist will work with the client to decide which methods fit their goals and preferences. Decisions about technique are collaborative and may change as work progresses.
The original profile lists messaging, live chat, phone, and video as session formats. Please confirm which formats are available before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time. Many people find that remote sessions let them schedule workday breaks or arrange calls from a quieter location without needing to travel.
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Experience
17+ years
Listed in
South Carolina, North Carolina
Languages
English
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What kinds of home and parenting concerns does he help with?
He lists parenting, family issues, relationship concerns, intimacy-related difficulties, grief, stress, and anger among his specialties.
What is his therapeutic style like?
He uses an eclectic, client-centered approach that emphasizes collaboration and practical goal-setting. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and emotion-focused methods are commonly used.
How much experience does he have?
He has 17 years of clinical experience working in mental health and substance use settings.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He holds LPC and LCMHC credentials and practices in South Carolina.
Does he offer sessions in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English and he does accept international clients.
Which session formats are offered?
The original biography listed messaging, live chat, phone, and video. Confirm current session options before booking.
How are session costs handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What is the first step to begin sessions?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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