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Cory Russell

Cory Russell

LPC

Therapist · South Carolina · 11+ years of experience

Collaborative counselor focused on practical change

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  • CBT grounded
  • Attachment informed
  • Goal focused

About Cory

Cory Russell is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with 11 years of experience. He helps people who feel stuck by offering practical ways to manage stress, anger, anxiety, and depression. Cory uses straightforward language and works to make change feel doable rather than overwhelming.

Cory commonly applies Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which looks at how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors interact. He combines that with attachment-informed ideas to help people understand patterns in close relationships. He also uses client-centered listening and trauma-focused methods when those fit a person’s needs.

Sessions are aimed at clear goals and practical skills. Cory focuses on building healthier thinking habits, coping tools, and steps people can use day to day. He talks through problem solving and ways to reduce feeling overwhelmed.

People often come for relationship strain, parenting concerns, career stress, or trouble with attention and impulsivity. He also supports those coping with trauma, family conflict, and major life changes. Anger is one of the concerns he addresses alongside mood and anxiety issues.

Cory works from South Carolina and speaks English. He accepts international clients. To begin, a short matching questionnaire and scheduling step guide the first appointment. The therapist aims to be flexible with session timing and approach so therapy fits everyday life.

Areas of expertise

Also works with

Family conflictsTrauma and abuseAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

Therapeutic approaches

Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Trauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

11+ years

Credentials

South Carolina

Languages

English

How therapeutic approaches shape online work

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Online CBT sessions typically include tracking thought patterns, practicing new skills, and setting small goals to change how daily life feels. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early and current relationship patterns influence reactions and closeness. In online sessions this can mean talking through past and present relationship habits and trying new ways of relating.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will talk with the client about goals, problems, and preferences and then suggest which methods to try. Decisions about approaches are collaborative and can be adjusted as progress is made.

Confirm the available session formats before booking since the biography does not list specific delivery methods. Online work can help fit therapy into a busy life by reducing travel time, allowing sessions during breaks, and making it easier to keep appointments from different locations. It can also allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight or longer sessions when more focus is needed. Licensed professionals can adapt assignments and skills practice to work well in remote sessions.

At a glance

Listed location
South Carolina
Experience
11+ years
Credentials
LPC
Languages
English
License (South Carolina)
LPC · No. 6131
NPI
1720498785

As listed by the therapist. You can check a license with the state board and an NPI with the national registry.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does Cory help with?

He works with stress, anxiety, anger, depression, relationship and family concerns, attention issues, trauma, and career or life-change problems.

How would you describe his therapy style?

He uses practical, goal-oriented methods rooted in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and mixes in attachment-informed and client-centered approaches when helpful.

How long has he been practicing?

He has 11 years of professional counseling experience as a Licensed Professional Counselor.

Where is he based and what credential does he hold?

He practices from South Carolina and holds the LPC credential, listed as SC LPC.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients work with him?

Yes, international clients are accepted.

How does payment and cost work?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

What are the first steps to begin therapy?

Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.

Before you start

  • Online talk therapy is not a court-ordered or mandated anger-management course, and it does not provide attendance certificates.
  • Check that the location and license details above fit where you live.
  • If anyone is at risk of being harmed, contact emergency services or a domestic-abuse helpline first. See the support lines for the US, UK and Australia.
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