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Kevin Cooksey, LMFT

Licensed marriage and family therapist for complex life challenges
  • Relationship and family therapy
  • Trauma informed care
  • Flexible online sessions

About Kevin Cooksey

Kevin Cooksey is a licensed marriage and family therapist who combines academic training with practical certifications to support individuals, couples, and families through a wide range of life challenges. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Research Psychology with a minor in Conflict Resolution from the University of South Carolina-Upstate and completed a Master of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy at Liberty University. He is currently pursuing a Ph.D., and he serves as a State Supervisor in Training, bringing both supervisory insight and hands-on clinical experience to his work.

Kevin holds the LMFT credential, which stands for Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and he has completed specialized training in trauma and sexual addiction. He is certified by the American Association of Christian Counselors in Stress and Trauma Care with Military Application and in Sexual Addiction Counseling, and he has completed Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy training through the Medical University of South Carolina to support children ages 5 to 18 who have experienced trauma. He is also a certified SYMBIS Assessment Facilitator, a tool used to help couples establish strong foundations for marriage.

As a member of the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy and the American Association of Christian Counselors, Kevin offers a broad set of counseling services through Family Builders Counseling Services. His background equips him to address relationship and family concerns, trauma, stress, and other emotional and behavioral issues with a blend of clinical methods and practical, faith-informed approaches.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseDepression

Also Specializes In

GriefIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

Communication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPersonality disordersPhobiasPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Gottman Method Mindfulness Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Kevin Cooksey have?

Kevin Cooksey has 10 years of experience.

Is Kevin Cooksey a licensed therapist?

Yes. He holds the LMFT credential, which indicates he is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. License details: SC LMFT 4573.

In which languages does Kevin Cooksey provide therapy?

He provides therapy in English.

Where is Kevin Cooksey located?

He is located in South Carolina.

How can I work with Kevin Cooksey as my therapist?

Clients can work with Kevin Cooksey through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Kevin Cooksey work with international clients?

Kevin Cooksey does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Kevin Cooksey 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. 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

Kevin integrates several evidence-informed approaches to meet clients where they are. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on building a respectful, nonjudgmental relationship that helps clients explore their priorities and values while strengthening self-awareness and personal growth. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, helps people identify and shift unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors to reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, and stress and to improve daily functioning. The Gottman Method is used when relationship and couple dynamics are central - it offers practical tools to improve communication, manage conflict, and rebuild emotional connection.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Kevin works collaboratively with each person or couple to determine which methods best match their goals, needs, and preferences. He adapts techniques from different approaches rather than relying on a single model, so treatment feels personalized and goal focused.

Online therapy with Kevin is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, which allows therapists and licensed professionals to meet clients where they are. These options provide scheduling flexibility, easier access for people with busy lives or mobility limits, and multiple ways to engage in therapy based on comfort and need.

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