Makeda Kahlein , LPC

Makeda Kahlein is originally from Brooklyn, New York, and has made South Carolina her home since 2003. She began her undergraduate studies at John Jay College of Criminal Justice, majoring in Forensic Psychology with a minor in African Studies, and went on to complete a bachelor of science in psychology at South Carolina State University. She earned a graduate degree in Community Counseling with a concentration in Marriage and Family Therapy from Argosy University and is currently pursuing a Doctorate in Counseling Education and Supervision at Walden University.

Makeda holds an LPC, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor, a credential that reflects formal training and preparation to provide clinical counseling services. She describes her work as service-oriented, committed to delivering thoughtful and compassionate care for individuals and families working toward improved mental wellness. With a focus on collaborative support, she seeks to meet people where they are and assist them as they navigate change, healing, and personal growth.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care with Makeda Kahlein

Makeda Kahlein draws from client-centered therapy, which emphasizes a compassionate, nonjudgmental relationship where the client’s perspective guides the work; this approach supports people coping with stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, and life transitions by prioritizing their goals and values.

She also uses existential therapy to explore meaning, choice, and responsibility, helping clients navigate questions about purpose, loss, and major life changes in ways that align with their personal values.

Motivational interviewing is another tool in her practice, focused on helping clients clarify their own reasons for change and build motivation; it can be especially useful for challenges related to addictions, behavior change, and ambivalence about treatment.

Finding the right approach is part of the collaborative process. Makeda works with each person to determine which methods best fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting strategies as the work unfolds to support steady progress.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These formats allow licensed professionals and therapists to maintain continuity of care, reduce travel time, and make it easier for people to engage in therapy from a convenient location.