Dr. Roger Rhoades, LPC

Dr. Roger Rhoades is a licensed professional counselor (LPC) in South Carolina with 35 years of experience. He focuses on addictions, relationship and intimacy issues, self-esteem, and depression. He also helps people tackle communication problems, divorce and separation, infidelity, jealousy, and questions about life purpose.

In sessions he speaks plainly and listens closely. He uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to identify thoughts and habits that keep people stuck, then works with them on concrete steps to change those patterns. He blends practical talk with attention to a client’s values and life goals.

Dr. Rhoades aims to make therapy a place for steady progress. He helps clients build better communication skills, set boundaries, and regain confidence after painful events. For people facing addiction challenges he focuses on specific behaviors and routines that can be adjusted over time.

His approach is respectful and straightforward. He encourages clear goals and regular review of progress so the work stays relevant to daily life. Sessions are goal-focused and paced to match what each person needs.

People who choose him can expect a calm, values-aware style that balances practical tools with personal reflection. Prospective clients should confirm current session formats and scheduling before booking.

How CBT Helps Online and What to Expect

Dr. Rhoades uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) as a core method. CBT looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions and teaches practical skills to change unhelpful patterns. It is often used for depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, and behavior changes related to addictions.

He also grounds sessions in values and life goals. That means translating skills from CBT into choices that fit a person’s priorities and beliefs. This combination can help people rebuild routines, improve communication, and work toward clearer life purpose.

Finding the right approach is a team effort. He will work with each person to decide which tools and pace fit their needs and preferences. Treatment plans are adjusted over time based on progress and what the person says is working.

The biography does not list specific online session formats, so please confirm the available options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins, and remove travel time from the schedule. Licensed professionals can use these benefits to help clients keep consistent appointments and apply new skills to day-to-day life.