Hilary Stover, LISW-CP, LCSW
Experienced social worker focused on trauma and recovery
- Trauma and addictions
- CBT and motivational interviewing
- Stress and anxiety care
About Hilary Stover
Hilary Stover is a licensed clinical social worker with 18 years of experience supporting adolescents and adults through a wide range of life challenges. She holds the LISW-CP credential - a Licensed Independent Social Worker for clinical practice - in South Carolina and is also an LCSW, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, in Oregon. Over the course of her career she has worked in outpatient and inpatient settings, community agencies, private hospitals, the Department of Veterans Affairs, and in private practice, bringing practical experience with trauma and PTSD, depression, anxiety, substance use, self-esteem and stress, ADHD, motivation, health and wellness, anger, parenting, and adjustment to life changes.
Hilary favors evidence-based methods and tailors interventions to each person's needs, drawing on approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing. She is additionally certified in Cognitive Processing Therapy, Prolonged Exposure, and Focused Health Coaching, and integrates these tools when appropriate to address trauma, coping skills, and behavior change. Her style balances warmth and empathy with clear, goal-oriented guidance, helping individuals develop cognitive and behavioral strategies to manage stress and move toward meaningful goals.
Hilary values the therapeutic relationship as the foundation of change and prioritizes learning each person’s strengths to build resilience. Providing therapy via virtual modalities allows her to meet people where they are and offer flexible, accessible support when and how they prefer to engage.
Hilary favors evidence-based methods and tailors interventions to each person's needs, drawing on approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing. She is additionally certified in Cognitive Processing Therapy, Prolonged Exposure, and Focused Health Coaching, and integrates these tools when appropriate to address trauma, coping skills, and behavior change. Her style balances warmth and empathy with clear, goal-oriented guidance, helping individuals develop cognitive and behavioral strategies to manage stress and move toward meaningful goals.
Hilary values the therapeutic relationship as the foundation of change and prioritizes learning each person’s strengths to build resilience. Providing therapy via virtual modalities allows her to meet people where they are and offer flexible, accessible support when and how they prefer to engage.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Relationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue
Additional Focus Areas
Body imageChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issues
Therapeutic Approach
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Hilary Stover have?
Hilary Stover has 18 years of experience.
Is Hilary Stover a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds these credentials: LISW-CP and LCSW. License details: SC LISW-CP 9361, OR LCSW L14919.
In which languages does Hilary Stover provide therapy?
Hilary provides therapy in English.
Where is Hilary Stover located?
Hilary is located in South Carolina.
How can I work with Hilary Stover as my therapist?
You can work with Hilary through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Hilary Stover work with international clients?
Hilary Stover does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Hilary Stover 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 by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Approaches and Benefits of Online Therapeutic Care
Hilary commonly draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, a practical approach that helps people identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors to reduce symptoms like anxiety and depression and improve daily functioning. She also uses Motivational Interviewing, a collaborative, client-centered method that helps increase motivation for change and is well suited for issues such as substance use, ambivalence about life changes, and goal-setting. Additionally, Mindfulness Therapy may be incorporated to teach present-focused awareness and stress-reduction techniques that support emotional regulation and coping.
Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Hilary works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan over time as progress and challenges arise.
Online therapy with a licensed professional offers practical flexibility - sessions can occur by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging - making it easier to fit care into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life transitions, and access support from wherever the client is located. This variety of formats allows therapy to be tailored to personal routines and communication styles while focusing on effective treatment outcomes.