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Shamika Scott-Carson, LPC

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Shamika is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

5.0 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Shamika. View 17 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in South Carolina

Recent reviews

Always responds in timely manner and is very patient but professional

Reviewed September 2022

Very insightful, informative, and humane. Best bang for your buck. When you speak with Shamika you get the sense of someone you could relate to and she comes of very calming with an absence of judgmental behavior.

Reviewed May 2022

More about Shamika

  • 18 years' experience
  • Female
  • LPC

Hello! My name is Shamika Carson and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor as well as Licensed Addictions Counselor with over 17 years of experience providing Counseling and Mental Health Services to individuals with a variety of concerns to include: Depression, Anxiety, Substance Abuse and Anger-Management. My counseling style is Client Centered as I believe that the client would benefit from services designed to meet their individual needs. With a theoretical approach of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy and Mindfulness Techniques, I am confident in my ability to assist you in working toward your desired outcome. If given the opportunity I look forward to guiding and supporting you through this process.

Take care in the mean time!

Therapy over Silence!

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Addictions Self esteem Depression Relationship issues Family conflicts Trauma and abuse Parenting issues Anger management Career difficulties Coping with life changes ADHD Codependency Communication problems Drug and alcohol addiction Post-traumatic stress Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Shamika Scott-Carson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1598061822.

  • LPC · South Carolina · 5185 · Expires August 2025

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.

Reviews for Shamika Scott-Carson

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

5.0

17 reviews

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Clients mention: Thank you Anxiety Helped Listens Great Recommend She helps Amazing Comfortable Easy

Always responds in timely manner and is very patient but professional

Reviewed September 2022

Very insightful, informative, and humane. Best bang for your buck. When you speak with Shamika you get the sense of someone you could relate to and she comes of very calming with an absence of judgmental behavior.

Reviewed May 2022

I have only talked to her one time but I felt she understood and listened to what I have going on without judgement!

Reviewed May 2022

It took me a very long time to commit to therapy or want to share my feelings. Shamika not only made me feel comfortable from the start but everything she said hit home hard. I look forward to many sessions of her expertise.

Reviewed April 2022

Absolutely enjoy her insight on my life stories. I have a tendency to doubt myself when it comes to my life and friendships. She has helped me see that my doubts are not necessarily valid. She listens intently, even though I feel I talk a alot while she listens. But her final thoughts about my stories makes me feel better about myself. So happy with her insight.

Reviewed March 2022

My therapist helps me with techniques to help decrease my anxiety. She helps me shift my views in ways that are hard for me to do when I’m having anxiety. There are techniques for when the anxiety gets bad and I can’t shake it. It’s nice to be seen and heard and to talk through things. You have a lot of conversations you wouldn’t have with anyone else to figure things out about yourself. It’s been a helpful journey and I check in with myself throughout the day to keep my anxiety lower now. I’ve never had therapy before and sometimes it’s hard to think of the questions to ask that could help. I hope her techniques help others like they’ve helped me during such a tough time.

Reviewed February 2022

this woman is phenomenal. anything that i was ashamed to tell her for fear of judgement, she was very understanding about and did not make me feel less than. she is very intelligent and logical in her advice and doesn’t take sides—only tells the truth. she helps me to see an outside perspective so i can avoid being manipulated. at times i feel like she’s the only person i can talk to, it’s very easy to confide in her. she helps me to not feel so undeserving and broken. i am very grateful to be matched with Mrs Shamika & i highly recommend for the next person.

Reviewed January 2022

She’s amazing! Been speaking with Shamika every week and am having incredible breakthroughs with her help.

Reviewed September 2021

Hands down my best experience in therapy. I have had a few different counselors in different times in my life. Shamika has given me her full attention, listens to give a real and reasonable response. Shamika is able to follow along on my many tangents and could keep it all together. She has given me faith back into the "mental health" game as my last counselor had me searching for other options. After only 3 sessions I feel more comfortable than the 9 months I have had elsewhere. Thank you for taking this seriously, I know my "problems" are not as profound as others by any means but I feel like I am in no way being short cut. Thank you for treating me with care and allowing me to vent when needed, you are very appreciated, and as I mentioned early that appreciation reaches all the way to my mother and beyond. I thank you, have a great day!

Reviewed June 2021

Shamika has helped me tremendously in navigating my workplace stress due to dealing with a narcissistic boss. Shamika has given me tools to ensure my success while continuing to support me as I implement boundaries and define a path forward. I am extremely grateful for Shamika and I would highly recommend her. Thank you Shamika for being so wonderful!

Reviewed June 2021

Easy to talk to, I feel like not only does she listen to me but is reflective and understands clearly where I am coming from. I definitely recommend her, and have been progressing in each session.

Reviewed June 2021

My experience with Ms. Shamika has been great so far. She listens compassionately and provides the most professional and honest advice. I haven't worked with her long but I am always excited to talk to her. I feel committed to therapy and I feel like she is committed to helping me reach my goals. Is speaking to a stranger a little odd? of course but Shamika doesn't treat me like a stranger and I appreciate that so much. Thank you for your time Ms. Shamika!

Reviewed June 2021

Shamika brings an in depth perspective that helps see all sides

Reviewed June 2021

She’s such an amazing therapist and has truly helped me through my healing journey

Reviewed February 2021

I like the fact that she is open when I speak about anything and being open helps me to process what I am going through, she also does great with helping me “live “ a situation and prepare myself for what I need to do to get through the situation.

Reviewed February 2021

I enjoy my weekly chats with Shamika, it’s very refreshing and sets a hopeful tone for the rest of the week. Thank you for your help!

Reviewed December 2020

I felt much better after talking to her and I was shocked about how much anger I had inside of me. I didn't realize it until after I had finished the 1st session with her.

Reviewed December 2020

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Frequently asked questions

Does Shamika Scott-Carson offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Shamika Scott-Carson works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Shamika Scott-Carson speak?

Shamika Scott-Carson speaks English.

How many years of experience does Shamika Scott-Carson have?

Shamika Scott-Carson has 18 years of experience.

Where is Shamika Scott-Carson licensed to practice?

Shamika Scott-Carson is licensed to practice in South Carolina.

Does Shamika Scott-Carson accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Shamika Scott-Carson does not accept clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Shamika Scott-Carson offer?

Shamika Scott-Carson offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Shamika Scott-Carson?

Shamika Scott-Carson can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Shamika Scott-Carson?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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