
Dr. Damien Johnson
Compassionate, evidence-informed care
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Compassionate, evidence-informed care
Start with Dr. Damien JohnsonLicensed · Professional · Cancel Anytime
Dr. Damien Johnson is a counseling professional based in South Carolina with 17 years of experience helping people manage symptoms and life difficulties. He holds a B.S. in Criminal Justice, an M.A. in Counseling, and a Ph.D. in Human Services, and he leads a private counseling and community outreach agency that focuses on mental health and substance use disorders, including co-occurring conditions.
He is credentialed to practice and provide clinical addictions care in both South Carolina and North Carolina. In South Carolina he is credentialed as a licensed professional counselor, a licensed professional counselor supervisor, and a licensed addictions counselor. In North Carolina he is credentialed as a licensed clinical mental health counselor and a licensed clinical addictions specialist.
Dr. Johnson uses an eclectic, person-centered approach that emphasizes the connection between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. His counseling style is warm and engaging, and he works collaboratively with clients to build on their strengths while addressing obstacles to functioning. Cognitive Behavior Therapy is his primary theoretical orientation, and he also integrates mindfulness practices and Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) principles to support clients in meeting their goals.
He provides care for a broad range of concerns, including stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, depression, family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related issues, parenting concerns, anger management, self-esteem difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and ADHD. Sessions are available via messaging, live chat, phone, and video to accommodate different needs and preferences.
Many people ask whether online therapy can really help. For a range of common concerns - such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or navigating life transitions - online therapy has been shown to be as effective as traditional in-person care for most individuals.
One major benefit is flexibility. People can connect with therapists in the format that fits their schedule and comfort level - video sessions, phone calls, live chat, or in-app messaging make it easier to maintain continuity of care.
All participating therapists are licensed professionals, and clients may change therapists at any time if they want a different fit. Online therapy can make consistent support more accessible while providing the same core therapeutic approaches used in face-to-face work.