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Sabrina Jelks, LISW
South Carolina
Licensed social worker - anxiety and depression
See online therapy options- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Mindfulness practice
- Motivational interviewing
About Sabrina
Sabrina Jelks is a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) in South Carolina with 12 years of clinical experience. She works with people dealing with anxiety, depression, stress, grief, relationship concerns, trauma, and life transitions. Her practice also addresses issues like self-esteem, career stress, addiction, intimacy concerns, and family-related struggles.
Sabrina focuses on clear goals and practical steps in sessions. She uses conversation to identify unhelpful thoughts and habitual reactions, then tries different ways of responding. Sessions are structured yet straightforward, with attention to what is most pressing in a person's daily life.
Her approach draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy alongside client-centered and mindfulness methods. That means she pays attention to thoughts, behaviors, and moment-to-moment awareness when deciding what to try next. Motivational interviewing and solution-focused techniques are also used to support decision-making and short-term progress.
Sabrina has worked with people affected by adoption and foster care, attachment and family of origin issues, caregiving stress, chronic illness, and first responder challenges. She also addresses body image, communication and commitment issues, forgiveness work, and recovery from domestic violence.
People who choose her can expect direct conversation about goals, short-term strategies to reduce distress, and collaborative planning for next steps. To begin, prospective clients follow the directory's matching steps and schedule a first session to see how the approach fits their needs.
How Sabrina uses structured approaches in online sessions
CBT focuses on noticing and testing thoughts and behaviors. It helps with anxiety, depression, stress, and habits that get in the way of daily functioning by setting clear goals and practicing new responses. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening and the person's priorities; it supports clients who need space to talk through decisions and feelings. Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple attention and breathing skills to reduce reactivity and increase awareness of physical and emotional signals.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Sabrina will discuss goals and preferences and use that conversation to choose which methods to try. The process is collaborative and can be adjusted as progress is made or challenges arise.
The therapist's biography does not list specific online formats, so confirm the current session options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy schedule, allow quicker check-ins when a brief visit will help, and remove travel time. Phone-only meetings may work when bandwidth is limited, while video can be useful for hands-on skill practice and visual feedback. Licensed professionals can help plan which session type will suit a client's everyday routine and goals.
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Experience
12+ years
Listed in
South Carolina
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with most often?
She works with anxiety, depression, stress, grief, trauma, relationship and intimacy concerns, and life changes. Additional focus areas include adoption and foster care, caregiver stress, chronic illness, and recovery from domestic violence.
How would she describe her therapeutic style?
The style is practical and collaborative. Sessions focus on identifying unhelpful thoughts and habits and testing new ways of responding.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 12 years of experience as a clinician working with diverse concerns including mood disorders, trauma, and grief.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) licensed in South Carolina and practices from that state.
Are sessions offered in other languages or internationally?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How does someone get started?
Begin by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a first session.
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