Monique Gilcrest, LPC
Licensed counselor for anxiety and relationships
- Depression and anxiety
- Relationship support
- Culturally responsive care
About Monique Gilcrest
Monique Gilcrest is a licensed therapist practicing in South Carolina who focuses on guiding people through complex emotional challenges. As an LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor - she centers her work on issues such as depression, anxiety, relationship dynamics, and personal growth, offering practical tools and steady support tailored to each person’s circumstances.
She cultivates a respectful, affirming space where individuals can explore emotions, learn healthier coping strategies, and reconnect with their resilience. Her practice emphasizes culturally responsive care and attentive listening, acknowledging each client’s unique background and strengths while addressing concerns like workplace stress, life transitions, social anxiety, trauma recovery, and women's mental health.
Drawing on evidence-based methods, Monique collaborates with clients to build personalized plans that promote healing, clearer self-understanding, and meaningful change. She aims to empower people to develop greater self-compassion, strengthen communication, and move toward more fulfilling relationships and life choices.
She cultivates a respectful, affirming space where individuals can explore emotions, learn healthier coping strategies, and reconnect with their resilience. Her practice emphasizes culturally responsive care and attentive listening, acknowledging each client’s unique background and strengths while addressing concerns like workplace stress, life transitions, social anxiety, trauma recovery, and women's mental health.
Drawing on evidence-based methods, Monique collaborates with clients to build personalized plans that promote healing, clearer self-understanding, and meaningful change. She aims to empower people to develop greater self-compassion, strengthen communication, and move toward more fulfilling relationships and life choices.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Family conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCompassion fatigue
Additional Focus Areas
Aging and geriatric issuesCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Gottman Method Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Monique Gilcrest have?
Monique Gilcrest has 8 years of experience.
Is Monique Gilcrest a licensed therapist?
Yes, Monique Gilcrest holds the credential LPC. License details: SC LPC 7114.
In which languages does Monique Gilcrest provide therapy?
Monique Gilcrest provides therapy in English.
Where is Monique Gilcrest located?
Monique Gilcrest is located in South Carolina.
How can I work with Monique Gilcrest as my therapist?
You can work with Monique Gilcrest through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Monique Gilcrest work with international clients?
Yes, Monique Gilcrest works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Monique Gilcrest 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.
How therapeutic approaches translate to online care
Monique integrates approaches like Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and client-centered care into her online practice. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice and accept difficult thoughts and feelings while clarifying personal values and taking small steps toward what matters - it is often useful for anxiety, stress, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking patterns and testing new behaviors to reduce symptoms and improve day-to-day functioning - it can help with depression, anxiety, and coping skills. Client-centered therapy emphasizes empathic listening and a nonjudgmental stance so clients feel heard and supported as they explore goals and make changes.Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Monique works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting strategies over time as progress unfolds.
Online sessions with licensed professionals offer practical flexibility - video calls, phone conversations, live chat, and text-based messaging allow therapy to fit into busy schedules and reach people who cannot attend in person. These options make regular support more accessible and allow clients and therapists to focus on consistent, goal-oriented work.