Business Details
Your Trusted Mental Health Partner in Savannah
Low Country Counseling was founded on the principle that compassionate, personalized mental health care can transform lives. Our team of licensed professionals brings decades of combined experience in therapeutic modalities ranging from EMDR and trauma-informed care to recovery-focused treatment for eating disorders and chemical dependency. We specialize in addressing complex mental health concerns including anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, and postpartum challenges while emphasizing the interconnectedness of self-awareness, healthy relationships, and personal empowerment.Our practice integrates evidence-based practices with holistic approaches, ensuring clients receive comprehensive care tailored to their unique needs. With expertise in treating individuals across the lifespanfrom children to seniorswe maintain strict adherence to ethical standards and professional excellence. Our commitment to accessibility is demonstrated through telehealth services spanning multiple states and flexible scheduling options that accommodate modern lifestyles.
Services
Medication Management
Recovery Services
EMDR Therapy
Family Therapy
TeleMental Health
Child Counseling
Couples Counseling
Maternal Support
Individual Therapy
ADHD Consultation
Highlights and features
- Specialize in trauma-informed EMDR therapy for PTSD and complex trauma
- Offer recovery-focused treatment for eating disorders and chemical dependency
- Provide maternal mental health support for prenatal and postpartum challenges
- Deliver telehealth services across Georgia, Florida, New York, and South Carolina
- Combine psychiatric evaluations with personalized therapy for comprehensive care
Services
Medication Management
Our psychiatric evaluations and medication management services address depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and ADHD. We provide comprehensive care for children and adults under board-certified supervision. Our approach integrates brief supportive therapy with evidence-based medication protocols while maintaining strict safety standards through pre-evaluation screenings.
Recovery Services
Specialized outpatient programs for eating disorders and chemical dependency focus on skill-building and relationship healing. Treatment includes symptom assessment, coping strategy development, and referral coordination for higher care levels when needed. We emphasize sustainable recovery through self-nurturing practices and trauma-informed care approaches.
EMDR Therapy
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing therapy addresses PTSD, complex trauma, and distressing life events. This evidence-based modality helps reprocess traumatic memories to reduce emotional reactivity. Our certified therapists use EMDR to treat anxiety, depression, and behavioral patterns stemming from unresolved trauma across all age groups.
Family Therapy
We offer comprehensive family services including child therapy, teen counseling, and couples therapy. Our specialists address anxiety, ADHD, and relationship challenges using age-appropriate techniques from play therapy to parent-child interaction training. Sessions focus on improving communication, strengthening bonds, and navigating developmental transitions effectively.
TeleMental Health
Secure virtual sessions provide accessible mental health care across state lines. Available for therapy and psychiatric consultations, our telehealth platform accommodates scheduling needs during inclement weather or health-related restrictions. Services are available in Georgia, Florida, New York, and South Carolina with licensed providers.
People
Madeleine Shaver
Clinical Director
Specializes in binge eating disorder and chemical dependency treatment using EMDR therapy. With expertise in trauma recovery and codependency issues, she helps adults develop coping strategies for mood disorders and anxiety while emphasizing self-understanding and relationship healing.
Kristin Broderick
Therapist
Certified eating disorder specialist focusing on substance use recovery and trauma treatment. Helps young adults transition to independence through skill-building for anxiety management, healthy relationships, and sustainable recovery practices.
Ashley Lewis
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Double board-certified provider offering psychiatric evaluations and medication management for children and adults. Specializes in perinatal mental health and ADHD consultation while integrating supportive therapy with evidence-based pharmacological treatments under medical supervision.
Kale Cooper
Therapist
Trauma-informed therapist specializing in adolescent and adult recovery from addiction. Focuses on boundary setting, self-worth improvement, and healing from traumatic experiences using compassionate approaches that empower clients to move forward on their terms.
Danielle Van Wagenen
Therapist
Maternal mental health specialist providing EMDR therapy and parenting support. Helps perinatal clients navigate pregnancy-related mental health challenges while offering skills training for anxiety, mood disorders, and life transitions affecting families.
Questions
What mental health specialties does Low Country Counseling offer?
We specialize in trauma therapy (including EMDR), eating disorder recovery, substance use treatment, maternal mental health, and evidence-based care for anxiety, depression, and bipolar disorder.
Do you accept insurance for therapy sessions?
Most therapists accept in-network insurance plans. Out-of-network clients receive superbills for potential reimbursement. Psychiatric services require self-pay arrangements with possible insurance submission for partial coverage.
Are telehealth appointments available?
Yes, we offer secure online therapy sessions across Georgia, Florida, New York, and South Carolina. Virtual appointments accommodate scheduling needs during inclement weather or health-related restrictions.
What age groups do you treat?
Our services span all life stages: child therapy (ages 5+), teen counseling (12+), adult therapy, and specialized maternal mental health support for prenatal and postpartum clients.
Do you prescribe controlled substances?
No, our practice does not provide prescriptions for controlled substances. For ADHD treatment, we collaborate with primary care physicians who can manage medication needs.
How do I schedule an initial appointment?
Contact us via phone at 912-503-5744 to connect with a therapist matching your needs. New client screenings occur before psychiatric evaluations to ensure appropriate care planning and safety assessment.
