Kevin Cooksey, LMFT
South Carolina LMFT focusing on relationships and trauma
- Couples and family therapy
- Trauma-informed care
- Child and adolescent support
About Kevin Cooksey
Kevin Cooksey holds a Bachelor of Science in Research Psychology with a minor in Conflict Resolution from the University of South Carolina-Upstate and earned a Master of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy from Liberty University. He is currently pursuing a Ph.D., and his training includes specialized certifications from the American Association of Christian Counselors in Stress and Trauma Care with Military Application and in Sexual Addiction Counseling. He also completed Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy training through the Medical University of South Carolina, a modality designed to assist children ages 5 to 18 who have experienced trauma.
Kevin is licensed in South Carolina as a Marriage and Family Therapist - LMFT, a professional credential indicating training and authorization to treat individuals, couples, and families. He is certified as a SYMBIS Assessment Facilitator, which provides assessment and counseling tools to help couples begin marriage with stronger skills and clearer expectations. In addition to these credentials, Kevin is a member of both the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy and the American Association of Christian Counselors. He serves as a State Supervisor in Training and brings a decade of clinical experience to his work.
Kevin's clinical approach draws on client-centered methods, cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, solution-focused strategies, the Gottman Method for couples, and trauma-focused interventions. His specialties include stress, anxiety, relationship and family concerns, trauma and abuse, depression, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleep difficulties, parenting and fatherhood challenges, anger, self-esteem, career concerns, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and ADHD. Additional focuses include communication problems, control issues, divorce and separation, forgiveness, guilt and shame, infidelity, isolation and loneliness, jealousy, life purpose, men's issues, midlife crisis, and veteran and armed forces issues. Family Builders Counseling Services offers a full line of counseling services.
Kevin is licensed in South Carolina as a Marriage and Family Therapist - LMFT, a professional credential indicating training and authorization to treat individuals, couples, and families. He is certified as a SYMBIS Assessment Facilitator, which provides assessment and counseling tools to help couples begin marriage with stronger skills and clearer expectations. In addition to these credentials, Kevin is a member of both the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy and the American Association of Christian Counselors. He serves as a State Supervisor in Training and brings a decade of clinical experience to his work.
Kevin's clinical approach draws on client-centered methods, cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, solution-focused strategies, the Gottman Method for couples, and trauma-focused interventions. His specialties include stress, anxiety, relationship and family concerns, trauma and abuse, depression, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleep difficulties, parenting and fatherhood challenges, anger, self-esteem, career concerns, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and ADHD. Additional focuses include communication problems, control issues, divorce and separation, forgiveness, guilt and shame, infidelity, isolation and loneliness, jealousy, life purpose, men's issues, midlife crisis, and veteran and armed forces issues. Family Builders Counseling Services offers a full line of counseling services.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
Additional Focus Areas
Communication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPersonality disordersPhobiasPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Gottman Method Mindfulness Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Kevin Cooksey have?
Kevin Cooksey has 10 years of clinical experience.
Is Kevin Cooksey a licensed therapist?
Yes. He holds the LMFT credential and is licensed in South Carolina as SC LMFT 4573.
In which languages does Kevin Cooksey provide therapy?
Kevin provides therapy in English.
Where is Kevin Cooksey located?
He is located in South Carolina.
How can I work with Kevin Cooksey as my therapist?
You can work with Kevin through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Kevin Cooksey work with international clients?
Kevin Cooksey does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Kevin Cooksey 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, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just 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.
Could Remote Therapy Be a Good Fit for You?
Many people wonder whether meeting with a therapist remotely can produce meaningful results. For a range of common concerns - including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, and life transitions - online therapy has been shown to be comparable in effectiveness to traditional in-person sessions.One of the main benefits is flexibility. Clients may connect with a therapist in the format that suits them best - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging - which can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule and maintain continuity of care.
Therapists offering remote services are licensed professionals, and clients may choose to switch therapists if they are seeking a different fit. Online therapy can expand access to licensed professionals and make ongoing therapeutic work more convenient for many people.