LPC
May Kirby , LPC
Therapist in South Carolina
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About May
Drawing on a range of evidence-informed approaches, May tailors sessions to each person’s needs and strengths rather than applying a one-size-fits-all method. Her practice emphasizes collaboration, curiosity, and the discovery of personal resources that support resilience and recovery. Her approach is warm and strengths-focused, encouraging clients to explore their stories while building new coping skills.
May’s experience spans individual and group formats within intensive outpatient settings, and she works with adults facing issues such as mood disorders, addictions, family and relationship concerns, and major life transitions. As an LPC, she holds professional training and licensure to provide counseling services and supports clients through a respectful, goal-oriented partnership that aims to fortify strengths and promote meaningful change.
Approaches in Online Therapy and How They Help
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps clients clarify personal values and commit to actions that align with those values while learning to accept difficult thoughts and feelings. It can be useful for anxiety, depression, and chronic stress by shifting focus toward meaningful life goals rather than symptom elimination alone.
Attachment-Based Therapy explores how early relationships influence current patterns of closeness, trust, and communication. This approach supports people working through relationship struggles, abandonment concerns, and challenges with intimacy by rebuilding secure ways of relating.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, identifies unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and replaces them with more adaptive strategies. CBT is often applied to anxiety, panic, compulsions, mood concerns, and stress management because it teaches concrete skills for coping and problem solving.
Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. May Kirby collaborates with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds. Licensed professionals often blend techniques to tailor care to individual circumstances.
Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life transitions, and connect from different locations while working with a therapist who can adapt approaches for remote delivery.
Frequently asked questions
How much experience does May Kirby have?
May Kirby has 10 years of experience in mental health treatment, including work in intensive outpatient settings.
Is May Kirby a licensed therapist?
Yes. May Kirby is an LPC, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor. She is licensed in South Carolina with license number SC LPC 6507.
In which languages does May Kirby provide therapy?
May Kirby provides therapy in English.
Where is May Kirby located?
May Kirby is located in South Carolina.
How can I work with May Kirby as my therapist?
You can work with May Kirby through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does May Kirby work with international clients?
Yes, May Kirby works with international clients.
How much does therapy with May Kirby cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
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Experience
10+ years
Licensed
South Carolina
Languages
English