About Damien
Dr. Damien Johnson helps people navigate stress, anxiety, addiction, depression, trauma, grief, and relationship or intimacy concerns. He also supports those facing parenting strain, anger issues, bipolar mood shifts, ADHD symptoms, and major life changes.
He practices from South Carolina and brings 17 years of clinical experience to sessions. Dr. Johnson keeps sessions straightforward and practical.
He listens first, then helps clients set clear goals. Conversations focus on how thoughts, feelings, and actions connect.
Background and approach
He uses tools clients can try between meetings to see what helps. His work leans on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify unhelpful thinking and change behaviors that cause pain. He combines that with client-centered ways of listening and Emotionally-Focused Therapy techniques when relationship patterns are part of the problem.
He also draws on hypnotherapy and existential ideas when those approaches suit a person's needs. Clients can expect a warm, down-to-earth style and a focus on usable strategies. Dr.
Johnson aims to partner with people rather than lecture them. Progress is measured by practical steps toward everyday functioning and emotional relief. He holds a Ph.D. in Human Services, a Master of Arts in Counseling, and a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice.
His licenses include LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) and LCMHC (Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor). He also has experience in substance use and co-occurring disorders through agency and outreach work. Sessions are offered in English and are available online in multiple formats.
Dr. Johnson describes therapy as a collaborative process where clients set the pace and priorities.
Approaches to Change in Online Sessions
Dr. Johnson often uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people spot and shift unhelpful thoughts and the behaviors those thoughts lead to. CBT is useful for anxiety, depression, stress, and many everyday problems where changing a pattern of thinking can change how someone feels and acts.He also uses Client-Centered Therapy which centers on listening and building a trusting relationship. This approach helps when someone needs a supportive space to sort through emotions and make choices at their own pace. Emotionally-Focused Therapy is used when relationship patterns or emotional bonds are part of the difficulty, helping people notice feelings and respond differently to one another.
Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with each person about goals, preferences, and what has or hasn’t helped in the past. Together they try methods and adjust based on what actually works for that individual.
Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text messaging. Video works well for in-depth conversations and nonverbal cues. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or a quieter call is preferred. Live chat and text messaging fit shorter check-ins, ongoing encouragement, or people who prefer typing. These options offer flexible ways to keep therapy consistent around busy schedules.
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What this counselor works with
Most often
- Stress, Anxiety
- Addictions
- Relationship issues
Also listed
- ADHD
- Anger management
- Bipolar disorder
- Coping with life changes
- Depression
- Family conflicts
- Grief
- Intimacy-related issues
- Parenting issues
- Self esteem
- Trauma and abuse
Therapeutic approaches
- Experience
- 17 years
- Licensed
- South Carolina, North Carolina
- Languages
- English