Shanika Grant
Journey to Freedom Counseling Services, LLC
I am excited to connect with you! I am a licensed counselor in the state of South Carolina. As your therapist, it is my priority to create a therapeutic atmosphere that promotes growth and positive change, for you. I look forward to working with you to addresses your challenges and realize your goals. Therapy is a process that can move you toward being the healthiest version of yourself and living the life you desire.
Mission:
My mission is to provide compassionate, client-centered counseling that empowers individuals to navigate life’s challenges, foster personal growth, and achieve emotional well-being. Through evidence-based practices and a faith-integrated approach (when requested), I strive to create a safe, supportive environment where clients feel heard, valued, and equipped to live fulfilling, purposeful lives.
Core Values:
1. Compassion
I prioritize empathy and understanding, meeting each client with kindness and care, no matter where they are in their journey.
2. Client-Centered Care
I believe in tailoring the therapeutic process to meet each client’s unique needs, goals, and experiences, ensuring they feel seen, heard, respected, and supported.
3. Empowerment
I aim to empower clients to take charge of their mental health and life choices, equipping them with tools to build resilience and confidence.
4. Integrity
I uphold honesty, ethical practice, and professionalism in all aspects of my counseling work.
5. Growth
I am committed to fostering personal and emotional growth in my clients while continually developing my own skills and knowledge to serve them better.
6. Faith
For clients who wish to incorporate their faith, I provide counseling that integrates Biblical principles, honoring their spiritual values while addressing their mental health concerns.
7. Holistic Wellness
I value a holistic approach that considers the emotional, mental, physical, and spiritual aspects of each client’s well-being.
8. Accessibility
I strive to make therapy accessible by offering flexible virtual sessions that accommodate busy schedules.
Treatment Approach
I use a variety of approaches to address my clients unique needs, along with a tailored treatment plan and approach that includes tools to help sustain the growth experienced in regular therapy.
Additionally, there is a growing body of research that supports the practice of self-compassion and mindfulness in psychotherapy. Neuroscience research reveals individuals that practice these techniques are happier, more resilient, and better equipped to heal painful memories from the past. It is my honor and mission to help my clients move past what’s blocking them from reaching their full potential individually and in their relationships.
“What lies behind us and what lies before us are tiny matters compared to what lies within us.”
– Ralph Waldo Emerson