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Roberta Bogle, MS, LPC-S, CCMHC, ICCS has been the Clinical Director at The Center since it opened in 2011. She has over 15 years of experience working in residential and out-patient treatment for mental health and addiction problems. As a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor and a Certified Clinical Mental Health Counselor, Roberta welcomes individuals, couples, and families to assist them in dealing with emotional, relational, cognitive, behavioral, and spiritual challenges. She takes a holistic approach integrating evidence based spiritual, cognitive, and behavioral techniques to provide wellness, restoration, and healing. Roberta is a certified Prepare/Enrich Marriage and Premarital Counselor and Trainer, a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor Supervisor, a certified EMDR therapist, and holds a certificate in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. She received her Bachelor’s of Science degree in Biology-Psychology from Wesleyan University in Connecticut and her Master’s of Science in Mental Health Counseling from Wright State University in Ohio. She is a member of the American Mental Health Counselor Association, the Association of Integrative Medicine and is a certified instructor to provide Continued Education Units for counselors in the state of South Carolina.

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Ron Bogle, Pastoral Care. Ron Bogle is the Executive Director and President of the Board of Directors. He is a pastor with an extensive background in pastoral care since 1999. He provides pastoral care to individuals, couples, and families as well as teaching spiritually based curriculum to help move people toward realizing their God-given potential. Ron is a certified Prepare/Enrich Marriage and Premarital Counselor and Trainer. He is also a board member at North Strand Helping Hand and North Strand Housing Shelter. Ron received his Bachelor of Science in Business from Redlands University in California, his Advanced Management degree from Northwestern University in Illinois, attended the MBA program at Pepperdine University in California, and completed course work at United Theology Seminary.

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Patsy Alexander, MSW, LISW-CP. Patsy Alexander has a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from the University of South Carolina and has a Masters of Social Work from the University of South Carolina. She has over 20 years of experience providing counseling to individuals, families and groups dealing with issues of anxiety, depression, substance abuse, behavioral problems, marital issues, and life transition concerns. Primary treatment modalities include biopsychosocial assessment, cognitive behavioral therapy, and Solution-Focused Brief therapy. She is also a Certified Case Manager, Certified Alcohol and Drug Safety Action Program (ADSAP) Group Leader, Designated Examiner for Probate Court, and holds a Certificate in Primary Care and Behavioral Health. As a Licensed Social Worker, Patsy meets the counseling needs of our Medicare clients.

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Bruce Lynch, MA, LPC, NCAC-I, CAC II Bruce is a Licensed Professional Counselor. He received his Bachelor of Arts Degree from the College of Charleston and was an Honor Graduate. He received his Master of Arts in Counseling from Webster University, Myrtle Beach, SC. Bruce works with adults, adolescents, children, families and couples, dealing with issues such as depression, anxiety, marital issues, behavioral issues, self-esteem and substance abuse. Bruce is a nationally certified addiction counselor with an extensive background in addiction counseling having worked for Center of Hope in Myrtle Beach and Shoreline Behavioral Health in Conway. He is also certified in Prepare & Enrich Assessments for premarital and marital couples.

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Bob Carter M.Ed., M.Div., Ed.S., LMFT/SIT, RPT. Bob is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Supervisor and Registered Play Therapist Supervisor. Bob is a highly experienced counselor specializing in Marriage & Family issues. He utilizes a uniquely equipped Children’s Play Therapy Room to help children with a variety of issues using Play Therapy techniques.  He holds certification in administering and counseling with the Prepare/Enrich Marital and Premarital survey, provides EAP services for various organizations, and is well connected in the local community to make referrals and provide consultation. He graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and Master’s degree in Education from the University of South Carolina, a Master’s degree in Divinity from Erskine Theological Seminary, and a Specialist in Education degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Converse College. He works with children, adolescents, adults, and families helping them deal with issues, such as, mood disorders, anxiety, relationship issues, behavioral problems, and spiritual matters.  Bob is a veteran of the US Air Force.

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Sara is a Licensed Professional Counselor Intern who holds a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Coastal Carolina University and Master’s degree in Clinical Counseling from Francis Marion University. She has extensive experience working with clients in the addiction field and is a nationally certified addiction counselor (CACII). Sara works with children, adolescents, adults, and families who are struggling with anxiety, mood disorders, substance abuse, behavioral problems, and relationship issues. She is certified in the use of Prepare Enrich to help premarital and marital couples improve relationships.

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Some people call him the black Dr. Phill... Professionally, he is a nationally certified, Licensed Professional Counselor.  Phillip specializes in working with troubled children, teens, and young adults.  He has the unique ability to connect and identify with this population because he himself was a troubled child, teen, and young adult. Phillip overcame his personal issues and now shares his experiences, strength and hope to teach others how to do the same. Phillip believes that being a "role model" is the foundation of his therapeutic approach. "If I'm not doing it, why should they?” Phillip attended Virginia Military Institute for two years, graduated from Frostburg State with BS in Business Management in 2002, and graduated from Webster University with his MA in Counseling in 2013. Phillip was named All-South American in soccer. In 2010, Phillip was named the commercial winner of The ESPN World Cup Contest. Phillip has been working with children, adolescents, and young adults for the past 15 years. His professional experience includes being a teacher, personal trainer, soccer coach, life coach, mentor, behavioral aide, behavioral specialist, community service provider, mental health professional, and licensed therapist. Phillip's therapeutic techniques vary from client to client and are solely based on the client's specific needs. Therapeutic techniques used are:  Narrative Therapy, Solution Focused Based Therapy, Play Therapy, Reality Therapy, Exposure Therapy, and 12 Step models. Approaches used by Phillip helps one to regain focus and deal with issues in a healthy, positive manner. Where is your focus? Is it where it needs to be? Is your issue or dilemma steering you away from your life's purpose?

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Adrienne Lowery, MA, LPC-I received her Bachelor of Science degree from Furman University, and her Master of Arts degree in Professional Counseling from Liberty University.  Adrienne has experience working with adults and adolescents dealing with issues such as depression, anxiety, relationships, and behavioral problems.  She is certified in Prepare/Enrich assessments for premarital and marital couples.  Adrienne also has completed training for Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.

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Jim Bennett

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Mandy Mitchell, MSW, LISW-CP. Mandy Mitchell has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from the University of Wilmington, North Carolina and a Masters of Social Work from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. Mandy has over 10 years of experience as a counselor working with individuals, couples and families focusing on issues related to trauma, anxiety, depression, substance abuse, grief and aging. Mandy specializes in couples counseling and is trained in the Gottman Method. Mandy is a Certified Gottman Educator and facilitates the “Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work” and “Bringing Baby Home” workshops. As a Licensed Social Worker, Mandy also meets the counseling needs of Medicare clients.

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Illyana Tallo, CAC-P, has a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from St. John Fisher College. In August 2016, she began her Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Webster University in Myrtle Beach, SC. She is passionate about advocating for those who do not have a voice, particularly underserved populations. As a member of the National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC) Minority Fellowship Program-Addictions Counseling, she is dedicated in making a difference in the lives of others. Illyana is currently in process to get her Certification in Addictions Counseling through SCAADAC. Illyana works with children, adolescents, adults, families, and couples who are struggling with anxiety, mood disorders, substance use disorders, process addictions, behavioral problems, and relationship issues. She is certified in the use of Prepare/Enrich to help premarital and marital couples improve relationships. Illyana uses an integrative approach specific to each client and utilizes a variety of therapeutic techniques.

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Monty is an LPC-I and is especially interested in working with veterans and PTSD. He will be working under the supervision of Roberta Bogle

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Jeanne is an LPC-I working under the supervision of Roberta Bogle

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Deonca L. Robinson is qualified to provide professional counseling services under the supervision of Robert B. Carter, M.Ed., M.Div.,Ed.S.,LMFTS, RPT/S. She works with individuals, couples, families to help them cope with anxiety, depression, relationship conflict, ADHD, anger and self- esteem.

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Ali is qualified to provide professional counseling services under the supervision of Clinical Director Roberta Bogle, MS, LPC-S, CCMHC. She enjoys working with clients ranging from school age children to adults. Some areas of her experience include depression, anxiety, substance abuse, behavioral problems and mood disorders. Ali uses various therapeutic approaches and techniques to meet the client’s unique personality, needs and areas of concerns and to help achieve the desired improvement and growth in those areas. She helps empower her clients with the skills to develop new thinking patterns and change undesirable behaviors through a variety of methods that work best for them

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Julie Mullins is qualified to provide professional counseling services under the supervision of Roberta Bogle, MS, LPC-S, CCMHC, ICCS. She works with individuals, couples and families to help them cope with anxiety, depression, marital/relationship issues, life transitions, career development, mood disorders, chemical dependency and addictions, trauma, and other mental, emotional and spiritual issues. She counsels those ages 8 and older.

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Jonathan A. Bennett, Jr. is qualified to provide professional counseling services under the supervision of Roberta Bogle, MS, LPC-S, CCMHC and Bruce Lynch, MA, LPC-S, NCAC-I, CAC II. He works with individuals, couples and families to help them cope with anxiety, depression, marital/relationship issues, life transitions, career development, mood disorders, chemical dependency and addictions, trauma, and other mental, emotional and spiritual issues. He counsels those ages 5 and older.

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Pamela is providing counseling services as a student intern and has completed the majority of the coursework required for the master’s degree. She sees clients of all ages.

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Alysia Vulgaris, LMFT-A, is qualified to provide professional therapy services under the supervision of Robert Carter. She works with children, adolescents, and adults to help them cope with grief, anxiety, depression, life transitions, and other mental and emotional issues.

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Wanda Barnes, LISW-CP

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Barbara Orticelli is a counseling intern

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Beth Leiner first joined The Center in November of 2011 shortly after it opened as a volunteer in the office. Beth is a graduate of the University of South Carolina and currently serves as Office Manager, responsible for coordinating the office staff and operations of The Center’s two locations, along with providing billing support. Beth comes to The Center with a varied background having worked in real estate appraisal, as administrative support and later Public Relations Assistant for Baptist Medical Center in Columbia, as administrative support for The S.C. Department of Education, Office Manager for Sutton Council Furniture in Wilmington, N.C., Assistant to the Director for The University of South Carolina School of Medicine Division of Cardiovascular Disease, Chapter Development Director for the S.C. Association of Certified Public Accountants, and as a Legal Assistant for the firm of Childs and Halligan. Beth is married with three children, one son-in-love, two grandchildren, and a few “adopted” children along the way. When not at her desk at The Center, you can find Beth reading, bingeing on Hallmark movies, playing with the grandkids or enjoying the ocean.

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Kathy Young