Dr. Brie Allen Schaeffer

Hey there, Brie here :) I would love the opportunity to help you understand and embrace yourself more fully, to feel less stuck, and to make your life more rich and meaningful based on your own unique values. 16 Years of Clinical Specialization & Expertise Treating Adults from Diverse Backgrounds with: -Eating disorders -Disordered eating -Body image concerns -Anxiety/Worry -Trauma -Perfectionism -Obsessive thoughts -Compulsive behaviors -Identity development -Life transitions -Grief Through the process of counseling, my clients learn to better manage and cope with painful emotions, to improve their relationship with food and their bodies, and to cultivate self-compassion. I use evidence-based therapy techniques to help them address and reduce symptoms and to feel more confident to live the life they want. I employ a culturally-sensitive approach and infuse curiosity, empathy, and humility throughout. **Scheduling** If these concerns or experiences resonate with you, let's connect! You can click "Request Appointment" to schedule a free 15-minute phone consultation to see if we're a good fit. If you think I'm the psychologist for you, feel free to skip the consultation by clicking "Request Appointment" and schedule an Initial Intake Evaluation. I look forward to collaboratively creating a treatment plan and starting the counseling process with you! Self-scheduling is only available within a 2-week period, so if you're looking for future appointments, please click "Contact" at the top of this page to send me a message, and we can set something up. In-Person & Teletherapy Services: I offer in-person counseling at 1817 Pickens Street, Columbia, SC 29201 and also see clients via teletherapy. To view pictures of the office, visit this site: https://sites.google.com/view/leavesonastreamcounseling/home Insurance: In-Network I am an in-network provider with Blue Cross Blue Shield insurance. Out-of-Network I can provide "superbills" for out-of-network reimbursement for any other insurance company, and I'm happy to explain this process further when we meet. To understand the specifics, check with your insurance company for "outpatient mental health out-of-network" benefits, and they can help you navigate reimbursement directly from them. On a Personal Note: In my free time, I love cuddling up with my sassy Standard Schnauzer; having adventures in nature; jamming out to music and dancing in my sunroom; trying new restaurants; traveling; and being near water in any way, shape, or form, especially on a boat with my husband and our dog! :)