Dr. Roger Rhoades, LPC

Dr. Roger Rhoades helps people facing depression, addictions, and relationship and intimacy concerns. He also supports those dealing with self-esteem struggles, communication problems, separation or divorce, infidelity, jealousy, and questions about life purpose. He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in South Carolina with 35 years of experience.

Dr. Rhoades uses straightforward conversation to identify what is getting in the way for each person. He draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and try practical behavior changes. Sessions are meant to be direct and focused on small, manageable steps.

Many clients come wanting clearer communication or relief from repeating patterns. In those conversations he helps people map out triggers and rehearse different responses. Work often includes setting concrete goals and practicing new skills between sessions.

He describes his approach as compassionate and values-informed. Faith and conservative values are part of how some people choose to frame their goals, and he respects those perspectives when they arise in counseling. The emphasis is on respect, honesty, and steady progress.

Dr. Rhoades blends experience with a pragmatic focus on what people can do today. He aims to help clients build stronger self-esteem, repair or rethink relationship patterns, and find clearer direction in their lives.

How CBT and online sessions work together

Dr. Rhoades uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people identify thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going. CBT focuses on practical techniques - noticing negative thoughts, testing them, and trying different behaviors to see what helps. This approach is often useful for depression, self-esteem issues, and addictive patterns because it breaks problems into specific, changeable steps.

He pairs that work with clear communication skills training and goal-setting. That means sessions often include role-play, homework exercises, and short tools to practice between meetings. Finding the right approach is a collaborative process - the therapist and client decide together what methods fit the persons needs, values, and goals, and adjust the plan as progress is made.

Online therapy offers several practical benefits for this type of work. Video calls let the therapist observe body language and keep conversations focused. Phone sessions use less bandwidth and can be easier when someone needs a brief check-in. Live chat and text-based messaging work well for quick tools, daily check-ins, or practicing written responses. These options make scheduling more flexible and allow people to continue steady work regardless of location.