Monique Gilcrest , LPC

Monique Gilcrest is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in South Carolina who brings a compassionate, culturally responsive approach to therapy. With eight years of clinical experience, she supports individuals navigating depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, grief, trauma, and other life stressors. She emphasizes understanding each person’s unique history and strengths while offering practical strategies to improve coping, communication, and emotional well-being.

Monique creates a warm, affirming environment where clients can explore difficult emotions and work toward realistic goals. Her practice addresses a wide range of concerns, including workplace stress, life transitions, social anxiety, trauma recovery, parenting and family issues, and concerns related to intimacy and self-esteem. She also works with those facing chronic illness, caregiver stress, and end-of-life matters.

Using evidence-based methods, Monique draws on approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and Emotionally-Focused Therapy to tailor care to each client. She partners with clients to develop individualized strategies that foster resilience, greater self-understanding, and meaningful change, helping people move toward a more balanced and fulfilling life.

Therapeutic Approaches and Accessible Online Care

Monique uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help clients clarify their values and build a life that aligns with what matters most, particularly useful for anxiety, depression, and life transitions. She also employs Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to identify and change unhelpful thinking and behavioral patterns, which can be effective for mood issues, stress, and relationship concerns. In addition, her client-centered stance provides a supportive space where individuals feel heard and respected as they explore emotions and make decisions about change.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey, and Monique collaborates with each client to determine which methods fit best based on their goals, preferences, and circumstances. She adapts strategies over time so the work remains relevant and practical.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to engage with care, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life changes, and access licensed professionals from different locations, while supporting consistent progress toward personal goals.