Terry "TJ" Rumler, LISW-CP

Terry "TJ" Rumler helps people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, anger, depression, grief, addiction, and the strain of parenting. He also supports people facing trauma, compassion fatigue, workplace and money problems, and difficulties with self-esteem and relationships. Terry is a South Carolina licensed independent social worker, LISW-CP, with nine years of experience.

Terry listens without judgment and focuses on practical steps people can use right away. He uses straightforward conversation to identify what is most important to each person. Sessions aim to build skills for coping with hard moments and making steady progress toward realistic goals.

He blends Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with client-centered work and mindfulness. That means he helps people notice unhelpful thoughts, try small behavior changes, and practice awareness techniques that calm the body. He also draws on motivational interviewing and solution-focused methods to keep sessions focused and goal-oriented.

Terry has worked in community nonprofit settings and brings experience with veterans and people affected by trauma. He offers services in English and Spanish and understands how life stress and work pressures affect daily functioning. His approach emphasizes respect, clarity, and practical tools.

People who choose him can expect direct communication and collaborative planning. He outlines clear next steps and checks progress along the way. For someone wanting skills-based work and calm, focused conversation, his practice aims to be down-to-earth and results oriented.

How his approaches work online

CBT helps people spot unhelpful thoughts and try small behavior changes to test new ways of coping. It is useful for anxiety, mood problems, and managing stress in day-to-day life. Client-centered work puts the person's priorities first and emphasizes being heard and understood, which can help people feel more motivated to make changes. Mindfulness involves simple attention practices and breathing work to reduce reactivity and increase calm in stressful moments.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. Terry collaborates with each person to choose methods that match their goals and situation. He checks in on what helps and shifts tools if something is not working, so the plan stays practical and focused on progress.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different needs. Video calls let you work face to face from a distance. Phone sessions can use less bandwidth and are easier during a busy day. Live chat and messaging are useful for brief check-ins, coaching-style support, and ongoing accountability between longer sessions. These options make it easier to fit therapy into work, family life, and other responsibilities.