Cadyn Burnside, LCSW, LISW-CP
Supportive social worker for stress and trauma
- Stress and anxiety
- Trauma and abuse
- LGBT-affirming care
About Cadyn Burnside
Cadyn Burnside is a licensed social worker based in South Carolina who brings eight years of professional experience to his therapeutic practice. He holds the credentials LCSW and LISW-CP - LCSW meaning Licensed Clinical Social Worker and LISW-CP indicating licensure for independent clinical social work - and uses those training and practice foundations to support people facing a range of emotional challenges.
Cognizant of the courage it takes to seek change, he focuses on assisting individuals dealing with stress and anxiety, LGBT-related concerns, trauma and abuse, and anger management. He approaches each person with the belief that they are the expert of their own story and that their existing strengths are essential tools in moving through life’s difficulties.
Cadyn frames therapy as a collaborative process that centers the client’s goals and values, offering guidance, support, and practical strategies while empowering people to take meaningful steps toward greater wellbeing. He aims to create an environment where clients can explore challenges, build resilience, and pursue a more fulfilling life on their own terms.
Cognizant of the courage it takes to seek change, he focuses on assisting individuals dealing with stress and anxiety, LGBT-related concerns, trauma and abuse, and anger management. He approaches each person with the belief that they are the expert of their own story and that their existing strengths are essential tools in moving through life’s difficulties.
Cadyn frames therapy as a collaborative process that centers the client’s goals and values, offering guidance, support, and practical strategies while empowering people to take meaningful steps toward greater wellbeing. He aims to create an environment where clients can explore challenges, build resilience, and pursue a more fulfilling life on their own terms.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Cadyn Burnside have?
Cadyn Burnside has 8 years of experience.
Is Cadyn Burnside a licensed therapist?
Yes. He holds the credentials LCSW and LISW-CP. License details include PA LCSW CW024305 and SC LISW-CP 14110.
In which languages does Cadyn Burnside provide therapy?
Cadyn Burnside provides therapy in English.
Where is Cadyn Burnside located?
He is located in South Carolina.
How can I work with Cadyn Burnside as my therapist?
You can work with Cadyn Burnside through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Cadyn Burnside work with international clients?
Cadyn Burnside does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Cadyn Burnside 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 text-based messaging.
Attachment-informed approaches and online therapy options
Cadyn Burnside draws on Attachment-Based Therapy to explore how early relationships and attachment patterns influence current emotional responses and relationship dynamics. This approach can help people understand feelings of abandonment, insecurity, or difficulty trusting others and supports rebuilding more secure connections.
He also uses Client-Centered Therapy, which emphasizes empathetic listening and respect for the client’s perspective. In this approach the therapist follows the client’s lead, helping them access their own insights and strengths to guide change and decision making.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is another tool in his practice, focused on identifying and shifting unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. CBT offers practical strategies for reducing anxiety, improving mood, and managing intense emotions through skills that clients can apply between sessions.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Cadyn collaborates with each person to identify the methods that best match their needs, goals, and preferences. He works together with clients to adjust strategies over time for the best fit.
Online therapy through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging offers flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to stay consistent with care, access support from home, and choose the communication style that feels most helpful.