Our Interns
Carolyn Klejment-Lavin - Open to Missionaries
Carolyn received a Masters of Arts degree in Christian Counseling from Torch Trinity Graduate University in Seoul, South Korea in 2016 and was a practicing counselor in South Korea for 7 years. Carolyn is now completing her second degree in counseling, a Masters of Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Messiah University, to be able to obtain her counseling license in South Carolina.
Carolyn and her family recently moved back to the United States after 13 years of serving as missionaries in Indonesia and South Korea. As a counselor in Seoul, she was experienced in counseling a diverse client population from all over the world, including missionaries, multicultural families, and young adults. Carolyn is experienced in multicultural counseling, trauma and PTSD, OCD, anxiety, depression, and life transitions, among other topics.
Carolyn views counseling through a holistic lens and takes a therapeutic approach that integrates cognitive behavioral techniques, internal family systems, and solution focused therapy. However, each person is different and Carolyn aims to tailor her approach to the unique needs of the client. With all clients, her goal is to offer empathy and build a collaborative therapeutic relationship in which clients can feel safe, can be authentic, and experience growth. She is passionate about supporting others along their life journey through their struggles and stress toward their goals.
Ashley Tapp - Open
Hello, my name is Ashley!
Although I was born and raised in Kentucky, I've been in South Carolina for so long that I consider it home. What I enjoy most about South Carolina is their outdoor parks. Being in nature is such a life enhancement.
However, I understand that when life gets tough or "be lifing" the last thing you want to hear is someone's critical judgements, be told to "get over it" or worse, you feel completely invalidated when you are simply trying to express yourself. I've been there, and it's no fun. Therefore, I believe in utilizing an integrative counseling approach by utilizing techniques from cognitive behavior therapy (CBT), holistic therapy, and psychoanalytic theories.
I also utilize play therapy, art therapy, and parent-child interaction therapy. while working with young children and adolescents. Sometimes, the use of other therapeutic modalities can be used as a means to better understand what children may not be able to articulate or make sense of. Therefore, I like to take on a more creative approach when interacting with children.
Although I identify as a Christian, I view everyone's wellness journey as being specific and unique to one's personal experience. Thus, I believe in meeting you where you are and moving forward from there. I am not here to judge you or to change you. I am here to help and support you as you heal and navigate through the challenges that you are facing.
I am open to helping you regardless of your age, race, gender, and/or how you choose to identify yourself.
With that being said, I have worked with a wide range of clients who have dealt with the following: Relationship problems, Divorce, Premarital, Infidelity, Depression, Anxiety, Anger, Dysfunctional communication, Low-self esteem, Schizophrenia, Bipolar, Grief, Trauma. Ages 2 years - 60+
As for my educational background, I graduated summa cum laude with a bachelor's of science degree in psychology from Coker College, located in Hartsville, SC.
I am currently earning my clinical mental health counseling degree through Liberty University.
Jenny VonKeller - Open
Jenny obtained her Bachelor of Science degree in 2020 from Erskine College, and is currently completing her Masters of Science degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling through University of Phoenix.
Her therapeutic approach uses techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution-Focused Therapy. Although life presents unique challenges to every individual, Jenny believes that everyone is capable of reaching their goals and finding peace in their day-to-day lives. She views therapy as a highly individualized approach and will tailor the counseling process to meet your needs!
Jenny is a follower of Jesus and would be more than happy to incorporate faith into the therapeutic process if desired! She believes in a holistic approach to therapy.
Jenny sees men, women and children.
Liz Henderson - Open
Liz received her Bachelor of Science degree in Youth Ministry & Bible in 2010 from Columbia International University. She is currently completing a Masters of Science degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling through Liberty University.
Liz understands the struggles of life. She desires to meet each client where they are on their journey and support them as they move forward. Liz desires to offer each client a safe place to talk about their experiences and struggles. Liz realizes each person and their needs are unique therefore their counseling experience should be what they need to find success and to reach their goals. Liz's therapeutic approach uses techniques from cognitive behavioral therapy and psychoanalytic therapy.
Liz is a follower of Jesus and is willing to incorporate faith into therapy if the client desires.