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Entry 029468South Carolina / United States

Bola Alimi

Bola Alimi, LPC

South Carolina 5 years in practice

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Licensed Professional Counselor - relationships and trauma

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  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Solution-Focused Therapy

About Bola

Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with five years of experience in South Carolina, Bola Alimi helps people address relationship strain, trauma, anxiety, mood concerns, and related issues. She works with adults on topics such as intimacy, addiction, parenting stress, eating and sleeping problems, ADHD, and career pressures. Sessions focus on practical steps clients can try between meetings.

Bola uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy to guide sessions. She aims to identify unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns, set clear goals, and build small, achievable changes. Conversations tend to be direct and action-oriented, with attention to how day-to-day choices affect mood and relationships.

Her background includes work with infidelity, depression, and trauma. Over five years she has helped people reduce anxiety, address learned helplessness, and cope after abusive experiences. She combines problem-solving techniques with listening to the specific challenges each person brings.

In therapy with Bola, clients can expect goal-setting, practical exercises, and regular review of progress. She incorporates brief motivational methods when readiness for change varies. Solution-focused strategies are used to map strengths and identify next steps rather than only discussing past problems.

People considering sessions should know Bola holds LPC credentials and practices in South Carolina. Conversations are conducted in English. Before booking, confirm session formats and scheduling details through the site so arrangements match your needs.

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How these approaches shape online sessions

CBT helps identify and change patterns of thought and behavior that contribute to anxiety, depression, or relationship conflict. In short sessions this often means tracking specific thoughts, testing them, and practicing different reactions between meetings.

Motivational Interviewing focuses on a person’s readiness to change. The therapist asks targeted questions to clarify goals and resolve mixed feelings, which can be useful for addictions, procrastination, or making lifestyle adjustments.

Solution-Focused Therapy centers on small, practical steps toward a preferred future. Sessions often map what is already working, set short-term goals, and decide on immediate next actions rather than revisiting every detail of past problems.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with each person to pick methods that match their goals, current difficulties, and what they prefer to try. Plans are reviewed and adjusted as needed so work stays focused and relevant.

Confirm which session formats she currently offers before booking. Many people find remote sessions let them fit therapy into a busy week, keep check-ins brief when needed, and reduce travel time. Phone or video alternatives can make it easier to attend around work, childcare, or other commitments.

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Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issues

Also works with

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsLGBTEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

Antisocial personalityBlended family issuesDomestic violenceFamily problemsInfidelitySelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobia

Therapeutic approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Motivational InterviewingSolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

5+ years

Listed in

South Carolina, Georgia

Languages

English

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Frequently asked questions

What concerns does she address?

She works with relationship issues, trauma and abuse, anxiety, depression, and related problems such as addiction, parenting strain, and sleep or eating issues.

What methods does she use in sessions?

Her practice uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy to set goals and try practical changes between sessions.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She has five years of experience working with issues including infidelity, depression, and trauma.

What are her credentials and location?

She holds the LPC credential and practices in South Carolina with licensure noted for SC LPC and GA LPC.

Which languages are supported?

Sessions are offered in English only.

Can international clients work with her?

She does not accept international clients at this time.

How are session costs handled?

Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time; check rates that apply to your region.

How do I begin scheduling a session?

Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule your first session through the site.

Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.

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