Catherine Mishoe, LPC
Compassionate LPC for relationships and trauma
- Kink-aware therapy
- CBT and mindfulness
- Accepting new clients
About Catherine Mishoe
Catherine Mishoe is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in South Carolina with 16 years of experience helping people navigate stress, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, relationship and family challenges, anger management, and intimacy-related concerns. She has worked with individuals and families facing a wide range of emotional and behavioral issues, including parenting struggles, career stress, ADHD, and coping with life changes, and she brings a steady, compassionate presence to each therapeutic relationship.
Catherine provides informed, nonjudgmental support for people who participate in consensual kink, fetish, or BDSM practices, treating those interests as normal aspects of human sexuality and offering a space where terminology does not need to be explained or feared. Her style is caring and interactive, rooted in sensitivity, respect, and collaboration as she helps clients clarify goals and build skills to reach them.
She integrates cognitive-behavioral strategies, mindfulness practices, and rational-emotive techniques to tailor treatment to each person’s needs, adjusting methods as the relationship and goals evolve. Catherine encourages those ready to pursue greater fulfillment to take the first step toward change and offers consistent support and empowerment throughout the therapeutic process.
Catherine provides informed, nonjudgmental support for people who participate in consensual kink, fetish, or BDSM practices, treating those interests as normal aspects of human sexuality and offering a space where terminology does not need to be explained or feared. Her style is caring and interactive, rooted in sensitivity, respect, and collaboration as she helps clients clarify goals and build skills to reach them.
She integrates cognitive-behavioral strategies, mindfulness practices, and rational-emotive techniques to tailor treatment to each person’s needs, adjusting methods as the relationship and goals evolve. Catherine encourages those ready to pursue greater fulfillment to take the first step toward change and offers consistent support and empowerment throughout the therapeutic process.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Trauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-loveSex addictionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaTrichotillomaniaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Mindfulness Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Catherine Mishoe have?
Catherine Mishoe has 16 years of experience in clinical practice.
Is Catherine Mishoe a licensed therapist?
Yes. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in South Carolina - SC LPC 5283.
In which languages does Catherine Mishoe provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Catherine Mishoe located?
She is located in South Carolina.
How can I work with Catherine Mishoe as my therapist?
You can work with Catherine Mishoe through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Catherine Mishoe work with international clients?
Catherine Mishoe does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Catherine Mishoe 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, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just 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
Catherine often draws on Client-Centered Therapy, which focuses on understanding each person from their own perspective and building a trusting, empathetic relationship to support personal growth. This approach is helpful for clients seeking greater self-awareness, improved communication, and stronger relationships.She also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to identify and shift unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors, offering practical tools for anxiety, depression, stress, and impulse control. Additionally, Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) may be used to explore attachment patterns and deepen emotional connection in couples and relationships, helping partners improve trust and responsiveness.
Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Catherine works with clients to clarify goals, assess what feels most useful, and adapt methods over time so the therapeutic plan matches individual needs and preferences.
Online therapy with Catherine is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility to fit sessions into busy schedules and to connect from home or while traveling. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care, access support during transitions, and choose the communication style that feels most comfortable for each person.