Allison Nitschke, LPC, LCMHC

Compassionate counselor for relationships and grief

Relationship and family therapy
Trauma and grief support
Parenting and life transitions

About Allison Nitschke

Allison Nitschke is a licensed counselor based in South Carolina who brings 21 years of experience supporting individuals, couples, and families through a wide range of life challenges. A graduate of Cincinnati Christian University, she holds the credentials LPC and LCMHC - Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor - which reflect advanced training in mental health assessment and treatment. Allison has worked with women's issues, severe mental health disorders, early childhood mental health, marriage and family concerns, depression and anxiety, addictions, body image, and self awareness among other areas of practice.

Her therapeutic stance blends psychodynamic perspectives with a person-centered focus, valuing the therapeutic relationship as a space for exploration and healing. She also uses solution-focused methods with clients who are ready to pursue short-term goals, while remaining committed to longer term work for those who need ongoing support. Her practice emphasizes restoration and resilience, and she approaches care with a goal of helping people recover balance and meaning after loss, trauma, or life transition. Allison describes her mission as healing and restoring the broken, inviting those who feel weary to find relief and renewed strength in the therapeutic process. "Come to me all who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest."

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Relationship issuesGriefParenting issuesDepression Coping with life changes

Also Specializes In

Stress, Anxiety AddictionsFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems Systemic Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Allison Nitschke have?

Allison Nitschke has 21 years of experience.

Is Allison Nitschke a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credentials LPC and LCMHC. License details are SC LPC 7249 and NC LCMHC 14839.

In which languages does Allison Nitschke provide therapy?

Allison provides therapy in English.

Where is Allison Nitschke located?

Allison is located in South Carolina.

How can I work with Allison Nitschke as my therapist?

You can work with Allison through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Allison Nitschke work with international clients?

Allison does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Allison Nitschke 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, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started 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.

Integrating Evidence-Based Approaches for Online Care

Allison draws on client-centered therapy to create a supportive, nonjudgmental space where clients lead the conversation and feel heard; this approach is especially helpful for relationship concerns, self-esteem work, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, is used to identify unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and to develop practical strategies for anxiety, depression, and stress-related difficulties. Emotionally-Focused Therapy focuses on improving emotional connection in relationships and can be beneficial for couples and attachment-related issues.

Finding the right approach is part of the collaborative work Allison does with each person. She partners with clients to assess needs, goals, and preferences, and adjusts interventions over time to find the best therapeutic fit for short-term goals or longer term healing.

Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility for busy schedules, mobility limitations, or geographic constraints. These options make it easier to maintain consistent care, access timely support, and integrate therapy into daily life while working with licensed professionals and therapists who tailor the process to individual needs.

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