Anxiety Therapists in South Carolina

I take supportive, nonjudgmental, and a collaborative approach that prioritizes both understanding and practical relief. I begin by creating a space space where clients feel heard and validated, while assessing the nature, severity, and triggers of their anxiety.

I am a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner who offers comprehensive, evidence-based mental health care, including medication management and supportive therapy for individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, ADHD, PTSD, bipolar, and insomnia disorder. Through a combination of advanced medication management and evidence-based therapeutic approaches, I support clients in reaching their highest level of mental performance and stability. I believe mental health care should be supportive and nonjudgmental, creating a safe space where individuals feel heard, understood, and respected. My goal is to partner with you in your journey, providing guidance, clarity, and personalized treatment to help you move forward toward emotional balance and overall well-being.

My approach to working with clients with anxiety involves a holistic understanding of their symptoms and individual circumstances. I prioritize building a therapeutic relationship grounded in empathy, validation, and active listening, allowing clients to feel heard and understood. Evidence-based treatments for anxiety disorders, such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), and mindfulness-based interventions, are integrated into treatment plans based on the client's preferences and needs. These modalities help clients identify and challenge negative thought patterns, confront avoidance behaviors, and develop effective coping skills to manage anxiety symptoms. In addition to psychotherapy, medication management may be considered for clients with moderate to severe anxiety, with a focus on selecting the most appropriate and effective pharmacological interventions while minimizing side effects and risks.

Greetings! I'm Dr. Joshua Werblin, a dedicated psychiatrist with a compassionate approach to care. My practice is a sanctuary for individuals of all ages seeking mental wellness. My journey began at The University of Chicago, where I delved into the fundamentals of society and its utopian ideals. I took a somewhat circuitous path from there, working in different fields for nearly a decade before starting to study for my medical degree (M.D.) at Tulane University School of Medicine. During those ten years, I worked variously as a biophysicist, wooden boatbuilder, IT support, astrophysics technical work, and an Auxiliary NYPD officer in Harlem. I completed a Pediatrics Internship at Tulane University, followed by a narrower focus in General Psychiatry Residency training, also at Tulane. I then received subspecialty fellowship training in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry at Seattle Children's Hospital/University of Washington, followed by the acquisition of Addiction Psychiatry sub-specialization some years later. My career has been diverse, including roles as an Inpatient Psychiatrist, Consult-Liaison Psychiatrist, and several Outpatient Psychiatry positions in New York, Florida, and Maryland. More than half of my career has been spent serving the most underserved and marginalized populations, such as youth and women rescued from the sex trade, runaway youth, homeless families, LGBTQIA++ populations, and undocumented immigrants. Since 2019, I've been proudly serving as 'The Feelings Doctor' in my solo virtual practice, offering psychiatric care for children, adolescents, adults, and those facing addiction challenges. My commitment to you is simple: to provide empathetic, individualized, evidence-based care that supports your unique journey toward mental health wellness, whether or not you choose to use medications along the way. Let's work together to navigate life's challenges and embrace the path to healing and fulfillment.

Anxiety and panic is my niche! I have studied neuroplasticity and rewiring the anxious brain. Fascinating! My approach begins with teaching the client a little bit about the anxiety response cycle and the physiological changes that the human body experiences. Then, I use a cognitive behavioral approach so that the client can effectively manage anxiety so that it no longer interferes with their functioning.

Do you constantly worry? Do you overthink plans and solutions to worst-case outcomes so that you feel prepared? Does everything have to be done perfectly? Do you have difficulty handling uncertainty? Do you fear making the wrong decision? Do you feel restless? Difficulty with sleep? Do you move from relationship to relationship? Viktor Frankl said, “When we are no longer able to change a situation -we are challenged to change ourselves." He really knew what he was talking about. Each life transition inevitably forces us to navigate "stormy waters." If the challenge has become overwhelming, it's time to get some help. I specialize in helping those suffering from anxiety, including health care professionals and veterans. You don't have to continue suffering. You deserve to feel better. As a seasoned therapist, I can help you feel empowered to stop the cycle of worry and anxiety, find your sense of purpose, and reclaim your life. The good news is that we've all gone through seasons of our lives when we feel this way. The first step is to reach out to someone for help. My approach is straightforward: together we will identify your goals, establish a problem-solving treatment plan, and go from there. If something is telling you it's time to begin your journey; give me a call.

I take a holistic approach in treating anxiety and panic disorder as with ANY other struggles. I help the client to look at all aspects of their lives (e.g., stress, trauma, isolation, fears, relationship, work and or school stressors, lifestyle, food, sleep patterns, nutrition, spiritual life, and medical issues) that might contribute to their current struggles. I utilize special breathing techniques, mediations, CBT therapy, and special interventions that specifically target and reduce anxiety and panic. Life presents us with so many unexpected challenges and transitions. You may feel overwhelmed, demotivated, detached or even hopeless. At New Directions Psychotherapies I’ll walk alongside you to help you create emotional balance and overall wellness, freeing you from whatever it is that is keeping you stuck or blocked from achieving your goals and living life to the fullest. 

As your therapist, I empathically listen while doing my best to answer any questions that may arise in therapy. This approach creates a forum where the client feels comfortable to share their struggles and helps them alleviate barriers and fosters an authentic therapeutic connection. I'm a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Supervisor LCMHCS in NC and LPC in SC and Board Certified National Certified Counselor and have also completed a two-year professional addiction counselor-training program with several years clinical experience working with addictions. I'm also certified by the AACC to treat sexual addictions.         I treat all types of psychological issues, specializing in work with Individuals with Depression, Anxiety, OCD, Panic Disorder and Grief/Loss, Life Transitions, Couples and Family Therapy. I also possess years of experience working with addictions (i.e., sex and relationship addictions, alcohol, drugs, food, etc.).