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About Nannette
Hi, I’m Nannette Williams, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT #3378) and School Counselor with over 30 years of experience. I help individuals, couples, and families in Charleston, SC, navigate life’s challenges with care, honesty, and practical support.
As a sole practitioner, every call or email goes directly to me. This personal approach ensures that you receive the time, attention, and individualized care that can sometimes get lost in larger practices.
Beyond my work as a therapist, I’m a mother of five. Family is at the core of who I am, and I deeply understand the value of relationships—their joys, struggles, and the effort it takes to keep them strong.
I earned both my undergraduate and graduate degrees from California State University, Fullerton. My background includes a Bachelor of Science in Counseling and a Master’s degree with dual concentrations in Marriage, Family & Child Counseling and School Counseling.
Life can be overwhelming, and you may be facing challenges such as relationship struggles, anxiety, depression, school or work-related stress, grief and loss (including death, divorce, and infertility), addiction, or a general feeling that something isn’t right. Therapy provides a confidential and judgment-free space where you can openly express yourself and gain new tools to move forward.
I work with adolescents, adults, couples, and families, tailoring therapy to meet your specific needs. If spirituality is important to you, we can incorporate it into therapy in a way that aligns with your beliefs. I also provide support for those healing from spiritual or religious trauma.
A significant part of my practice focuses on couples and relationship counseling, including helping partners rebuild after betrayals such as infidelity or pornography struggles. If divorce is the next step, I help families—especially those with children—navigate the transition with care and understanding.
Finding the right therapist is a personal decision, and I encourage you to ask questions before getting started. I offer a free 15-minute consultation so we can discuss your needs and see if we’re a good fit.
Feel free to reach out by phone or email—I’d love to connect.
My Services
Individual Therapy
Personalized therapy for adolescents and adults using Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to address a variety of concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, grief, and more. Adolescents may involve family support if desired.
I specialize in helping individuals navigate:
✔ Anxiety & depression
✔ Trauma & PTSD
✔ Addiction & recovery
✔ Relationship issues & pre-marital counseling
✔ Grief & loss
✔ Eating disorders
✔ Parenting challenges
✔ Chronic pain management
✔ Identity, sexuality, & self-exploration
✔ Spiritual concerns
If your specific concern isn’t listed, feel free to reach out—we can discuss how I can support you.
Couples Counseling
Helping couples strengthen their bond and navigate challenges such as communication breakdowns, betrayal, and emotional disconnection. Using a blend of Relational Life Therapy (RLT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), and the Gottman Method, I work with couples to:
✔ Improve communication and conflict resolution
✔ Rebuild trust and intimacy
✔ Foster deeper emotional connection and understanding
✔ Address harmful relationship patterns
These research-based methods are proven to help couples reconnect, grow, and create healthier, more fulfilling relationships.
I utilize a combination of Relational Life Therapy (RLT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), and the Gottman Method. This approach involves assessing individual and couple dysfunction as well as emotional bonds. The goal is to enhance verbal communication, increase intimacy, respect, and affection, and remove barriers that are causing feelings of stagnation or harm to the relationship. These methods are grounded in scientific research and have been tested and proven effective in couples’ interventions.
Family Therapy
Guiding families through challenges to strengthen relationships, improve communication, and resolve conflicts in a supportive, nonjudgmental space. Whether navigating parent-child dynamics, blended family adjustments, or major life transitions, I help families build stronger, healthier connections.
Group Therapy
A safe, supportive environment where individuals can connect, share experiences, and heal together. Group sessions offer a collaborative space for personal growth, emotional support, and shared learning.
Book an Appointment
Schedule your session easily using this integrated booking tool.
Frequently Asked Questions
I will prepare you ahead of time on the phone or by email before you come in for your first appointment. It may help if you have a list of questions and prepare what you want to talk about.
A 50 minute session for an individual is $105, a 50 minute couples session is $156.
If you don’t have insurance and are having difficulty paying for services let me know. I offer a sliding scale, meaning the cost of my services can be adjusted based on your financial circumstances and ability to pay. This fee structure ensures that individuals without insurance or those facing financial difficulties can still access the therapy and support they need at a fee that is manageable for them.
I don’t bill insurance outright but you can receive reimbursement from your insurance company by using a “superbill.” As an out-of-network provider, I will provide this bill to you and you can submit this to your insurance company for potential reimbursement.
When contacting your insurance company to inquire about your mental health coverage and potential reimbursement for out-of-network therapy, here are some important questions to ask:
- Do I require a referral from my primary care doctor to see a mental health professional, or can I directly access mental health services?
- What is the extent of my coverage for out-of-network providers? Specifically, how much money is the insurance company willing to pay per therapy session for out-of-network services?
- Is there a yearly maximum benefit or a limit on the number of visits covered for mental health services? Additionally, please confirm if there is a deductible associated with my mental health coverage and whether I have already met this deductible for the current year.
This can be confusing at first, if you email me I can walk you through the process.