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Davina Kavanaugh, LPC

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Davina is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

5.0 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Davina. View 22 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in South Carolina

Recent reviews

Whenever I speak with Miss Davina, she’s always very respectful and she listens to me and she understands you know what I’m going through and if not, she always makes an effort to, but there hasn’t been a time and when she hasn’t understood me I appreciate that of respect, mutual respect for one another, and the willingness to listen from an unbiased point of view. I’m very grateful to have met her.

Sep 2024

From our first session, she made me feel comfortable to share and I feel like her being my therapist was a great decision!

Jul 2024

More about Davina

  • 18 years' experience
  • Female
  • LPC

I am licensed in South Carolina with 17 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with relationship issues, family conflicts, anxiety, personality disorders, life changes, career counseling, trauma and abuse, & parenting, and other various issues. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Relationship issues Family conflicts Trauma and abuse Parenting issues Addictions Self esteem Depression Coping with life changes Compassion fatigue Abandonment Antisocial Personality Attachment issues Avoidant Personality Blended Family Issues Body image Chronic pain illness and disability Codependency Commitment Issues Communication problems Control issues Coping with Natural or Human-Caused Disaster Dependent Personality Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD) Dissociation Divorce and separation Domestic Violence Drug and Alcohol Addiction Eating and Food-Related Issues Emptiness Family of Origin Issues Family Problems Fatherhood Issues Fertility Issues Forgiveness Guilt and shame Impulsivity Infidelity Isolation / loneliness Jealousy Life purpose Men's issues Midlife crisis Military and Veterans Issues Money and financial issues Mood disorders Multicultural Concerns Narcissism Obsessions Compulsions and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacks Personality Disorders Phobias Postpartum Depression Post-traumatic stress Pregnancy and childbirth Prejudice and Discrimination Process addiction (porn exercise gambling) Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Self-Harm Self-love Sexual Assault and Abuse Sexuality Social anxiety and phobia Somatization Women's issues Workplace issues Young Adult Issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Existential Therapy
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Narrative Therapy
  • Psychodynamic Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy
  • Internal Family Systems

Licenses

Davina Kavanaugh's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1295856110.

  • LPC · South Carolina · 8126 · Expires August 2025

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.

Reviews for Davina Kavanaugh

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

5.0

22 reviews

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Clients mention: Listens Recommend Understand Great Understanding Thank you Amazing Caring Excellent Helped

Whenever I speak with Miss Davina, she’s always very respectful and she listens to me and she understands you know what I’m going through and if not, she always makes an effort to, but there hasn’t been a time and when she hasn’t understood me I appreciate that of respect, mutual respect for one another, and the willingness to listen from an unbiased point of view. I’m very grateful to have met her.

Sep 2024

From our first session, she made me feel comfortable to share and I feel like her being my therapist was a great decision!

Jul 2024

She is exactly who I was looking for and what I needed!

Jun 2024

Davina is an absolutely phenomenal therapist! She is knowledgeable, kind and so compassionate. She gives me exercises to help me grow. She also is timely and respectful. I would recommend her to anybody looking to improve their mental health!

May 2024

So thankful for Davina, her perspective and her assistance through this season in my life. She always points me to Truth, and shows me how to apply Truth to my daily life and suggests activities for me to practice between sessions. She is priceless!

Apr 2024

Davina is a wonderful therapist, I highly recommend her!

Apr 2024

She does a good job communicating and outlining steps to take to try and improve. Is taking time to get to know me over the video sessions and so far has been a solid good experience

Mar 2024

I wish I could go back in time and meet Davina sooner!

Feb 2024

Listens to problems well. Helps you understand why on things you may not understand, and gives ways to deal with problems in appropriate manner.

Oct 2023

I have been in therapy for almost 30 years and Davina is the best therapist I've ever had. All of my past therapist let me know that what I'm feeling is valid but Davina actually helps me process and prepare.

Oct 2023

I have had 3 therapy sessions so far with Davina and I have already learned so much about myself and how I see others. She really listens to me and I appreciate that about her. I look forward to each session now and believe I will learn so much more.

Oct 2023

Davina is excellent. She has helped me through a lot of extremely difficult loss and life changes that have been going on simultaneously. These issues are also connected to childhood trauma and difficulties that have been ongoing for decades. It takes time for a therapist to get to know all about you and be able to delve deeper and help more with the root causes. Davina helped me successfully from the get go during very extremely difficult times and over several months has gotten to know me better and we’ve begun getting more to the root of some issues within myself. She is responsive, caring and trustworthy. Thank you Davina. I have a lot more work to do but I know you’ll help me get through it.

Sep 2023

Davina is very understanding, but also firm about prioritizing my mental status, even dealing with close family members. She reminds me that i need to take care of myself. She provides appropriate worksheets in between sessions to really make me think about the situations I’m facing. Although these are virtual visits and I’ve never met her F2F, I genuinely feel like she cares about my wellbeing. I would definitely recommend her, especially if you’re a female with family issues.

Sep 2023

She’s a cheerleader and a great confidante. I feel like we can talk about anything and she validates me while also guiding me towards more healthy decisions.

Aug 2023

She’s good at what she does. Thank you

Jul 2023

Ms.Davina definitely keeps me centered and accountable! She very kind and patient with me and gives me praise with every goal she’s really heaven sent.

Jun 2023

Davina is very quick to respond and very attentive. It feels like I am talking to a caring friend who gives great advice. I was very adamant about finding therapist who would help me think differently and give me tools to cope better rather than just sit there and ask how that makes me feel. An hour goes by so fast with her and I leave our session feeling more peaceful. Highly recommend Davina!

Mar 2023

She listens to what I say and digs deeper into the root cause of my problems. She also helps me understand my situation from different perspectives and gives me worksheets to make me think and understand my issues more. I highly recommend her. She is amazing!

Feb 2023

Davina is the first therapist I’ve seen and I couldn’t have asked for a better first experience. I know that finding a good therapist can be a trying experience, so I’m really thankful that I have what I need right now! She listens and has identified some things that I knew were issues, and given them the correct name so that I can identify them and has been working to help me realize how those issues are affecting me. I’m sure she will be of even more help in the weeks to come. Thank you Davina!!

Feb 2023

Davina is fantastic! She hit me with an aspect I had never thought about right out the gate. Really made my wheels start turning to figuring out a solution. She is compassionate, understanding, and has fabulous input. She is quick to respond and always there when you need her.

Apr 2023

She is amazing. Super understanding and listens I feel heard never made me feel bad about anything and her advice is excellent

Apr 2023

It’s been a greater experience than I thought it would be! I really feel connected to talking and working with Davina. In just three sessions she already has me back on track to a better lifestyle!

Apr 2023

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Frequently asked questions

Does Davina Kavanaugh offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Davina Kavanaugh works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Davina Kavanaugh speak?

Davina Kavanaugh speaks English.

How many years of experience does Davina Kavanaugh have?

Davina Kavanaugh has 18 years of experience.

Where is Davina Kavanaugh licensed to practice?

Davina Kavanaugh is licensed to practice in South Carolina.

Does Davina Kavanaugh accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Davina Kavanaugh does not accept clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Davina Kavanaugh offer?

Davina Kavanaugh offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Existential Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, and Internal Family Systems.

How can I communicate with Davina Kavanaugh?

Davina Kavanaugh can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Davina Kavanaugh?

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