Stuart Worley, LPC
Compassionate LPC for stress and relationships
- Stress and anxiety
- Family and parenting
- Trauma and grief
About Stuart Worley
Stuart Worley is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in South Carolina with five years of clinical experience supporting people facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and communication challenges, parenting concerns, ADHD, autism-related symptoms, trauma, grief, and other life changes. She has worked with individuals and families across a broad range of concerns, helping clients find practical strategies and new ways of relating to themselves and others.
Her therapeutic style is accepting and encouraging, emphasizing that the coping patterns people use often made sense and served a purpose at one time. She frames those patterns as understandable responses that can be reshaped when they no longer yield the results a person wants. Her approach weaves attachment-based perspectives with elements of dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and she incorporates short-term focused methods alongside a play-informed approach when appropriate for families and younger clients. Stuart tailors conversation and treatment planning to each person or family, adapting interventions to match specific needs and goals.
Recognizing a need for change takes courage, and Stuart focuses on partnering with clients to explore steps forward. She encourages realistic, sustainable shifts and supports people as they develop skills to handle stressors, improve relationships, and pursue a more satisfying life.
Her therapeutic style is accepting and encouraging, emphasizing that the coping patterns people use often made sense and served a purpose at one time. She frames those patterns as understandable responses that can be reshaped when they no longer yield the results a person wants. Her approach weaves attachment-based perspectives with elements of dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and she incorporates short-term focused methods alongside a play-informed approach when appropriate for families and younger clients. Stuart tailors conversation and treatment planning to each person or family, adapting interventions to match specific needs and goals.
Recognizing a need for change takes courage, and Stuart focuses on partnering with clients to explore steps forward. She encourages realistic, sustainable shifts and supports people as they develop skills to handle stressors, improve relationships, and pursue a more satisfying life.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
LGBTRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseGriefSleeping disordersAnger managementSelf esteemCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)EmptinessFamily problemsForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMood disordersPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressSelf-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualityWomen's issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Stuart Worley have?
Stuart Worley has five years of experience as a practicing therapist.
Is Stuart Worley a licensed therapist?
Yes. Stuart holds the LPC credential, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor. License details: SC LPC 7480.
In which languages does Stuart Worley provide therapy?
Stuart provides therapy in English.
Where is Stuart Worley located?
Stuart is located in South Carolina.
How can I work with Stuart Worley as my therapist?
You can work with Stuart through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Stuart Worley work with international clients?
No. Stuart does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Stuart Worley 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 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 in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care Options
Attachment-Based Therapy emphasizes the ways early and current relationships shape how people connect, feel safe, and cope. It helps clients explore relationship patterns and build more secure ways of relating to partners, family members, and themselves.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) teaches practical skills for managing intense emotions, improving interpersonal effectiveness, and tolerating distress. It is useful for people who struggle with emotional regulation, impulsivity, or persistent relational conflicts.
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying values and taking meaningful action while learning to accept difficult thoughts and feelings rather than being driven by them. This approach can help with anxiety, depression, and life transitions by encouraging flexible responses aligned with personal priorities.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Stuart collaborates with each person to determine which techniques fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting methods over time as progress unfolds. This collaborative process helps ensure the work feels relevant and manageable.
Online therapy offers flexible ways to engage through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to schedule sessions around work, school, or caregiving responsibilities and to maintain continuity of care from different locations. For many people, remote sessions increase accessibility and support consistent progress toward their goals.