Meet our Counselors

Jessica McCraw, LMFT

Philosophy of Care

Jessica McCraw is a South Carolina native. She is a seasoned therapist, with extensive experience helping individuals, couples, and families. Jessica earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology at Coastal Carolina University and Master of Arts in Counseling with an Emphasis on Marriage & Family Therapy at Webster University.

"I strongly believe in the therapy process and one's ability to overcome the obstacles life brings that are often unexpected. I have a passion for helping people and have been blessed to be able to implement it into my career as a Marriage and Family Therapist. I approach therapy by meeting clients where they are, helping them identify where they want to be, and working together to set and attain their goals. Together, we will build on your strengths and learn skills to improve relationships, find balance, manage stress, improve quality of life, and (most importantly) find joy and peace. I welcome and look forward to working with all new clients, fostering positive change."

Jessica's clinical experience includes private practice, community outreach, and community health. She has worked with diverse populations, providing individual, couples, marriage, and family therapy. She partners with clients who have severe mental illness, helping them learn how to cope and manage mood disorders, anxiety, stress, marital and relational problems, and self-esteem issues. Jessica integrates cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness, and for couples, Gottman Method Couples Therapy.

Education

Webster University
Master's in Counseling

Specialties

• Marriage Therapy
• Couples Therapy
• Interpersonal Relationship Problems
• Anxiety
• Stress Management
• Self-Esteem
• Mood Management
• Individual Therapy
• Life Transitions

Robin Finley, LMFT

Philosophy of Care

I continue to feel privileged when individuals, couples, and families allow me to assist them in meeting their personal goals. After recognizing the need for additional support, many feel vulnerable and even overwhelmed in taking that first step. From our first session, I thrive to assure that each client feels comfortable and safe within a confidential setting to openly explore their experiences and emotions. I am committed to serving each client with compassion and empathy. I am a strength-based clinician who believes in working collaboratively with you to identify your goals and achieve your desired success.

I recognize that there is no one method or model of therapy that fits everyone; thus I utilize an eclectic approach to therapy based on my clients’ needs. I often apply techniques from Solution-Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Structural Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing counseling method. Additionally, with children I utilize both directive and non-directive Play Therapy techniques.

In 2004, I received my Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice from The University of South Carolina-Upstate. I obtained my Educational Specialist Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Converse College in 2007. Throughout the years, I have had the opportunity to practice in a variety of settings consisting of outpatient and residential settings as well as non-profit organizations and private practice.

Education

Educational Specialist Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy
Converse College

Specialties

• Family, Couples, and Individual Therapy
• Play Therapy
• Couples Experiencing Intimacy Issues
• Adolescents
• Depression
• Anxiety
• Adjustment Issues
• Primary and Secondary Victims of Crime; Trauma
• Self-Esteem
• Binge Eating Disorder
• Parenting & Co-Parenting
• Premarital Counseling

Krista W. Martin, LISW-CP

Philosophy of Care

Are you looking to live your best, most authentic life?  Are you seeking a version of you that understands your values and strives to live them out daily?  Are you looking for a safe space to explore what you value, work through past experiences, or develop coping skills to become that person you hope to be?

I work with individuals, couples, and families through a multitude of therapeutic perspectives including Animal Assisted Therapy to help define what your personal “best life” looks like and develop a plan to get there.  I hold space for those working through life transitions and can help with stress, anxiety, depression, interpersonal relationships, grief, and more.  I have experience across all life stages with children as young as three through older adults.

I have over fifteen years of experience in mental health, health and wellness, and leadership including case management, individual and group therapy, community based mental health, school-based mental health, macro social work and management of large community systems, and leadership.  I have a bachelor’s degree from East Texas Baptist University with a dual major in Religion and Behavioral Sciences as well as a Master’s of Science in Social Work from The University of Texas at Arlington.  I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LISW-CP). I am presently enrolled in the Postgraduate Veterinary Social Work Certificate Program at the University of Tennessee Knoxville.

Education

Master’s of Science in Social Work
The University of Texas at Arlington

Specialties

• Anxiety
• Depression
• Stress Management
• Crisis Management
• Life Transitions
• Grief & Loss
• Trauma
• Improving Self-Worth & Self-Compassion
• Couples & Marriage Counseling
• Family Therapy
• Animal Assisted Psychotherapy

Robyn Durk, LISW-CP

Philosophy of Care

Robyn Durk is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LISW-CP). Originally from New York, Robyn relocated to Greenville, SC to continue her career as a mental health therapist. Her experience includes school-based mental health and both inpatient and outpatient therapy. She has a tremendous amount of experience with treating trauma, depression, anxiety, conduct, crisis management, and other psychiatric issues. Robyn is certified in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy and Motivational Interviewing techniques.

“Always remember that for each patient you see you may be the only person in their life capable of both hearing and holding their pain. If that isn’t sacred, I don’t know what is.”

Robyn is very passionate about her career in social work. Her focus is to develop a safe space where clients build a therapeutic relationship to achieve their goals for a happier and healthier lifestyle. Robyn earned a bachelor’s degree in social work from the State University of New York (SUNY) Plattsburgh and a master’s degree in clinical social work from Fordham University.

Education

Fordham University
Master's Degree in Clinical Social Work

Specialties

• Trauma/PTSD
• Depression
• Anxiety
• Conduct
• Crisis Intervention
• Anger Management
• Stress Management
• Life Transition Issues
• Individual Therapy
• Family Therapy

Laura Miller, LPC

Philosophy of Care

Laura graduated from the University of North Georgia with a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling in 2014 and has been practicing since then. While working as a professional counselor, Laura has had the privilege of meeting and working with so many people with a wide spectrum of struggles. She believes in treating people with compassion and respect. Laura believes in the therapeutic process and how truly transformative it can be. She feels genuinely honored to learn people’s stories and to find ways to investigate, validate, and challenge their thoughts, feelings, and perspectives.

Laura’s approach to therapy is to treat every individual in an individual way. She has unwavering optimism that you can find hope, understanding, and peace.

“My goal is to get to know you and understand where you want to be in life and help you understand the barriers that are keeping you from getting there.”

Specialties

• Depression
• Anxiety
• Substance abuse / addictions
• Mood disorders
• Adjustment disorders
• Couples
• Grief and loss
• Life transitions
• Gender identity
• Gay / lesbian concerns
• Chronic mental health
• Anger management
• Trauma / PTSD
• Stress management

Krissy Kearns, LISW-CP

Philosophy of Care

Krissy is a therapist with a warm, open, encouraging, and direct approach. She offers clients specialized clinical support with anxiety, depression, adolescent issues, substance abuse, trauma, LGBTQ concerns, grief, and medical comorbidities. Krissy’s approach includes Solution Focus Therapy, blended with other techniques that consider social, economic, and lifestyle factors of the individual.

As an expert in your life, the therapeutic process is a safe place to collaboratively explore relationships and patterns with evidence-based techniques in the context of a supportive therapeutic environment.

Krissy brings a wide range of experience to private practice. Her career as a therapist has included working in health centers, hospitals, mental health clinics, schools, and correctional settings. This work has included helping individuals with range of mental health concerns, substance abuse, medical issues, and child/family concerns.

“I look forward to engaging with you in a giving, non-judgmental manner, that supports your therapeutic goals and life satisfaction.”

Krissy is a clinical social worker with supervisor status in South Carolina.

Education

Ohio State University
Master's in Social Work

Specialties

• Anxiety
• Depression
• Addictions / Substance abuse
• Anger issues
• Couples therapy
• Grief and loss
• Gender identity
• Eating disorders
• Mood disorders
• Dual diagnosis
• Child therapy / Adolescent therapy
• Life transitions
• Trauma

Maryellen Horodeck, LISW-CP

Philosophy of Care

The therapeutic process is often concerning to those who have never experienced it.....but it is a safe place to collaboratively explore relationships, patterns of behavior, and define new and positive approaches. This is all done within a non-judgemental, supportive, therapeutic environment.....one where clients feel positive about the changes that they’re beginning to make.

“I am here to work with you....to focus on where you are at the present moment, your goals, and where you would like to be.”

Maryellen brings over 35 years of experience to private practice. Her career has included home health, hospitals (including ICU/CCU settings), veterans, inpatient psychiatric units, outpatient practices, assisted and independent living facilities. She works with individuals, couples, families, and extended family members.

“I look forward to engaging with you in a mutual adventure. One where you feel comfortable exploring where you presently are....and where you would like to be.”

Maryellen offers a giving, non-judgmental, and supportive style to supports clients’ therapeutic goals, a feeling of personal satisfaction with the direction they’re moving in, and a more positive lifestyle.

Maryellen is a clinical social worker licensed in the state of South Carolina. She completed her masters degree in social work at the University of Tennessee and a subsequent certification in case management through the American Case Management Association.

Education

University of Tennessee
Master's Degree Social Work

Specialties

• Anxiety
• Depression
• Anger issues
• Couples therapy
• Family therapy (including extended family issues)
• Grief and loss
• End of life issues
• Serious medical illness
• Personality disorders
• Dual diagnosis
• Life transitions

Tandi Gilmore, PMHNP

Philosophy of Care 

Tandi is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, Board Certified,  specializing in providing medication management, treatment, and consultative care for the young adult, adult, and geriatric population. She brings in almost 15 years of experience in nursing in the mental health field to Thriveworks, including work in both inpatient and outpatient psychiatric settings.

Tandi received her Master’s in Nursing from Walden University. She enjoys working with and helping individuals with a variety of mental health challenges to include Anxiety, Depression, PTSD and Insomnia.

Tandi uses a holistic approach to provide care for her patients. She values the ability to bring patients with a mental illness back to place of wholeness with therapy and medications if needed.  Tandi is an advocate of persons living with mental illness and in decreasing the stigma related to mental illness.

Education

Walden University
Master's in Nursing

Specialties

• Medication Management
• Anxiety
• Depression
• PTSD
• Insomnia

Kimberly Dalgety, LPC

Philosophy of Care

Kimberly Dalgety is a Licensed Professional Counselor who believes that counseling is a method of partnering with people to improve insight, set goals, identify healthy and unhealthy patterns of thinking and behaving, and move toward growth and healing.

“It is a privilege for me to be able to help people achieve their goals, improve their relationships and adjust to challenges and difficulties.”

Education

Regent University
M.A Community Counseling

Specialties

• Anxiety and Phobias
• Grief, Loss, or Bereavement
• Depression
• Relationship Difficulties
• Life Transitions
• Stress Management
• Adjustment Disorders
• Spiritual healing/growth
• Parenting
• School/Career Issues

Sharon Dockery, LMFT

Philosophy of Care

Sharon Dockery is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with experience working with couples, families, adults and children individually, and children with intellectual disabilities. Sharon believes that therapy is a safe place to explore skills that are beneficial for life and during crisis. She believes that each person comes with their own life experience and it is most important to meet each client where they are in their lives.

Sharon received her Bachelor’s degree in Experimental Psychology from USC upstate and Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Converse College.

Education

Converse College
Master's in Marriage and Family Therapy

Specialties

• Individual Therapy
• Family
• Couples
• Children
• Depression
• Anxiety
• Adjustment Issues
• Children or adults with autism
• Intellectual Disabilities
• Parenting
• Premarital Counseling
• Postpartum Depression
• Trauma
• Christian / Faith based counseling

Rebecca Toulson, LPC, NCC

Philosophy of Care

Rebecca Toulson is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Nationally Certified Counselor who has been working in the mental health field since 2011. She received her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of West Georgia, and she received her Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Walden University. Rebecca has a specialization in crisis and trauma and has worked with geriatrics, adults, adolescents, and children. Rebecca is confident in the possibility of positive growth and empowerment for any individual willing to explore, take responsibility, and embrace change.

Rebecca is passionate about aiding others in their path to self-discovery, healing and growth, and self-acceptance both individually and in their personal relationships.

Education

Walden University
MS Clinical Mental Health

Specialties

• Adults
• Couples
• Trauma/PTSD
• Sexual Assault/Trafficking Survivors
• Crisis Management
• Depression
• Anxiety
• Grief/Bereavement
• Psychotic Disorders
• Mood Disorders

LaKimberly Dowdell, LPC

Philosophy of Care

LaKimberly Dowdell, a Greenville Native, is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who has returned back to the area after living and working overseas supporting the mental health needs of our military. With this population, there has been a considerable amount of work done in the areas of Stress and Anger Management, Couples Counseling, Crisis Management and Life & Transition Management. She is also a Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC), Certified Critical Incident Stress Manager and a Certified Level II Motivational Interviewing and Level III CBT Therapist. In addition, LaKimberly is also a Certified Parent Project facilitator- a position that brings with it a significant amount of experience working with youth with challenging behaviors, as well as their parents. She also brings more than 15 years of experience in counseling children, adolescents and adults of various ethnic, cultural, disability and socio-economic backgrounds. Her personal motto? "In all things, work to achieve balance".

Specialties

• Anxiety
• Depression
• Stress Management
• Anger Management
• Individual Counseling
• Marriage Counseling
• Relationship Counseling
• Family Counseling
• Self-esteem Issues
• Military Families
• Crisis Management
• Life Transition Issues
• Identity Issues
• Life Coaching
• Grief and Loss

Amanda Cheek, LMFT

Philosophy of Care

Amanda Cheek is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with experience working with individuals, couples, and families. She received her Bachelor in Art Therapy and a Master’s Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy, both from Converse College. She believes that personal growth occurs through encouragement and unconditional positive regard, and that we can become stuck in negative experiences which inhibit us from living our full potential. She is trained in EMDR, for both adults and children. She has experience working with first responders, sexual trauma survivors, and survivors of childhood abuse. She is passionate about LGBTQIA+ advocacy and education.

She also utilizes treatment modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-focused Therapy, and Narrative Therapy. She has training with the National Adoption Competency Mental Health Training Initiative to support families through the adoption process and after adoptions are finalized. She espouses a person centered approach with emphasis on creating an environment and relationship that facilitates personal growth.

Education

Converse College
Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy

Specialties

• Depression
• Anxiety
• Trauma / PTSD
• LGBTQIA+ concerns
• Self esteem
• Family Therapy
• Child Centered Therapy
• Couples Therapy
• Life transitions
• Stress Management

Jennifer Bennett, LISW-CP

Philosophy of Care

Jennifer Bennett, LISW-CP has been licensed in the state of South Carolina as an independent social worker in clinical practice since 2000. She has nearly 20 years’ experience in outpatient and inpatient mental health care. In a comfortable and supportive atmosphere, Jennifer provides a highly personalized approach to support clients with achieving their personal potential.

In addition to traditional psychotherapies, Jennifer is trained in the Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) model, an evidenced-based cognitive behavioral modality that supports the learning of new skills to handle difficult thoughts and feelings more effectively so they have less impact and influence. ACT is a very active form of therapy, not just talking about problems, but taking action in line with your personal values to make life better. She has advanced training in the areas of anxiety, depression, trauma, and the treatment of adolescent concerns.

“It is my joy and honor to walk along side of you on your path towards further growth and well-being. I believe that no matter our experience, on the deepest level, we are drawn toward connection and wholeness. It is most important to me to provide a compassionate, safe, and respectful healing space.”

Specialties

• Adults
• Adolescents
• Individuals
• Couples
• Anxiety
• Depression
• Grief
• Trauma
• Parenting Concerns
• Occupational Issues
• Christian / Faith-Based Counseling
• Postpartum Depression
• Infertility
• Chronic Medical Illness

Todd Gomez, LISW-CP

Philosophy of Care

Specialties

• Depression
• Anxiety
• Bipolar Disorder
• Gay /Lesbian Issues
• Men's Issues
• Individual Counseling
• Life Transition
• Grief/ Loss

Gina Decker, LISW-CP

Philosophy of Care

Gina Decker has over 25 years of experience helping clients from age 3 to the elderly population. she has worked in psychiatric care with all ages providing inpatient, partial, crisis intervention, and assessment. Her experience includes private practice, school-based therapy, and case management.

Gina has extensive training in cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, DBT, play therapy sand grief and loss. She has a passion for helping people with their problems and works with her clients to help them identify obstacles they face and build skills to overcome them - to help them thrive!.

Gina Decker is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with an undergraduate degree from the University of Montana, Missoula, MT, and a graduate degree in Social Work from Walla Walla University, Missoula, MT. Gina has been a Licensed Clinical Social Worker since 2003.

“I believe that all people are striving to achieve happiness and inner peace in their lives. I would love to help you in this process of growth.”

If you are struggling with depression, anxiety, family / parenting, couple issues, grief and loss, medical issues or changes in your life and would appreciate some help, please call to schedule an appointment today.

Education

Walla Walla University
Master's in Social Work

Specialties

• Anxiety
• Depression
• Child therapy
• Behavioral problems
• Family therapy
• Couples counseling
• Substance abuse
• Dual diagnosis issues
• Weight issues / bariatric surgery
• Cancer-related topics
• Pain management
• Hospice
• End-of-life issues
• Grief and loss
• Trauma

Wyatt

Wyatt joined Thriveworks in 2020 following his certification through the Alliance of Therapy Dogs.  Wyatt works with Krista Martin, LISW-CP providing Animal Assisted Psychotherapy.  A Lab/Doberman mix rescued from the Greenville Humane Society, Wyatt enjoys helping others, volunteering in the community, time spent with his family, naps, and TREATS!