Holistic Jungian therapist specializing in trauma and relationships
Welcome! I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of South Carolina. I received my master’s degree in social work with a speciality in working with adults and families from The University of Alabama in 2012. I’ve worked in both outpatient clinic settings as well as inpatient hospital settings for the VA hospital system and in community mental health. For the past 2 years I have coordinated a college outreach/counseling program which has extended my clinical experience to not only adults with families, but young adults as well. During my professional career I have had the opportunity to work with individuals experiencing difficulties in a wide variety of mental health concerns including depression, anxiety, trauma, substance abuse, grief, as well as relationship issues and family turmoil. While my primary position has been working with veterans I have also had the opportunity to work with teens as well in various settings. I’ve served on multiple committees related to the development and implementation of treatment methods and I believe I have a good understanding of the most effective treatment options for a variety of emotional struggles.
My treatment approach starts with helping the individuals I work with establish a good comfort level with me. I believe that showing my clients they have my unconditional positive regard and respect is the best way to begin a trusting and healthy treatment relationship. It is important to me to help those individuals I work with begin to identify positives about themselves and utilize these strengths to begin to overcome the struggles and barriers life has given them. I am certified in various treatment modalities that provide me with the ability to treat multiple issues in ways that result in proven success. I make an effort to be warm and open with those I work with in hopes that the environment is as welcoming as possible and fosters good/positive dialogue each and every session. It is important to me that my clients feel we are progressing toward better emotional stability so I will always ensure clear goals and guidelines are established by the client to guide us along our journey together. What is most important to me as a provider is that the client has as much control as possible in the treatment setting. It is not for me to decide what another person’s treatment goals should be; I fully believe in patient centered care.
In terms of availability, I check and respond to messages multiple times daily. I am available for sessions at nearly any time between 8am-6pm during week days, but can absolutely work with later appointment times or weekends if this is what works best for clients. I completely understand that jobs, family, and other life issues can get in the way of scheduling appointments during “regular hours” so I want to do all I can to provide the help needed whenever it is needed.
I look forward to working with you!
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David West is a licensed clinical social worker in South Carolina, holding the credential SC LISW-CP 10894. He received his master’s degree in social work with a specialty in adults and families from the University of Alabama in 2012 and brings six years of clinical experience to his practice.
He has worked in both outpatient clinic settings and inpatient hospital settings within the VA hospital system, as well as in community mental health. For the past two years he coordinated a college outreach and counseling program, which broadened his clinical experience to include young adults in addition to adults and families. Much of his work has focused on veterans, and he has also had opportunities to work with teens across a range of settings.
Throughout his career he has supported people facing depression, anxiety, trauma and abuse, substance use concerns, grief, relationship difficulties, family conflict, anger and intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, parenting challenges, self-esteem and career difficulties, bipolar disorder, and addictions. He has served on multiple committees related to the development and implementation of treatment approaches and feels well-versed in effective options for a variety of emotional struggles.
His approach to care begins by helping clients feel comfortable and respected, offering unconditional positive regard to build a trusting therapeutic relationship. He emphasizes identifying personal strengths and using those strengths to overcome barriers. He is certified in various treatment modalities, and endeavors to be warm and open so sessions foster constructive, positive dialogue. Clear goals and client-established guidelines drive the work together, since he prioritizes patient-centered care and believes clients should direct their own treatment goals.
David checks and responds to messages multiple times daily and is available for sessions most weekdays between 8am and 6pm. He can also accommodate later appointment times or weekends when that better fits a client’s schedule, understanding that jobs, family, and other responsibilities can make traditional hours difficult. He looks forward to working with you.
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