A Safe Place for Support

A welcoming and inclusive environment for individual growth. Life throws changes all the time. I can help you cope and thrive. 803-238-9732
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About

Open up and be heard.

Purposeful, LLC is a private practice offering supportive and problem solving counseling to individuals of all ages. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, Trauma Specialist, Theatre Educator and Artist. My passion lies in helping people navigate life's challenges. I believe in therapy and the power of self expression. My approach is always tailored to the person and situation. I embrace people of all backgrounds. In addition to individual therapy, I provide drama therapy and theatre groups for special populations and youth. I offer training classes in the creative arts therapies and group facilitation. Ready to explore? Contact me today – I'm here to answer your questions and help you embark on a journey of growth and self-discovery. 1999 graduate of the inaugural year of the International Trauma Studies Program, NYC 1998 Masters in Drama Therapy from New York University 1990 Bachelors in Theatre from USC Columbia 1998-present - ongoing post grad and professional training SC Licensed Professional Counselor since 2004 Nationally Registered Drama Therapist since 2000 SC K-12 certified Theatre Teacher since 2015 NY State Licensed Creative Arts Therapist since 2006 (currently inactive in NY State)
Melanie Trimble
Counseling, Drama Therapy, Theatre Groups

Services

  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Trauma
  • Adjusting to life changes
  • Coping with Medical Diagnosis
  • Aging
  • Chronic Illness
  • Cultural Adjustment
  • Gender Identity
  • Grief
  • Post-Operative Cancer Care
  • LGBTQIA+
  • Life Transitions
  • PTSD
  • Self Esteem
  • Social Anxiety
  • Compassion Fatigue
  • Women's Issues
  • Work Stress

Approaches

  • Compassion Focused
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Drama Therapy
  • Eclectic
  • Expressive Arts
  • Group Therapy
  • Interpersonal
  • Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR)
  • Play Therapy
  • Multicultural
  • Psychodynamic Therapy
  • Psychotherapy
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused

Location

A relaxed downtown office with free street parking.

A street map for office location at Columbia, SC 29201-2630

Downtown

Columbia, SC 29201-2630