Kevin Cooksey , LMFT

Kevin Cooksey is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) practicing in South Carolina with 10 years of clinical experience. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Research Psychology with a minor in Conflict Resolution from the University of South Carolina-Upstate and earned a Master of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy from Liberty University. He is also currently pursuing a Ph.D. Kevin holds licensure in South Carolina as an LMFT - SC LMFT 4573 and is serving as a State Supervisor in Training.

Kevin has completed specialized training and certifications to extend his work with trauma, military populations, and sexual addiction. He is certified by the American Association of Christian Counselors in Stress and Trauma Care with Military Application and in Sexual Addiction Counseling, and he has Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy certification from the Medical University of South Carolina to support children ages 5 to 18 who have experienced trauma. He is also a SYMBIS Assessment Facilitator, a certification designed to help couples begin marriage with informed skills and insights.

Kevin is a member of the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy and the American Association of Christian Counselors. His practice addresses a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, relationship and family issues, trauma and abuse, depression, grief, parenting and fatherhood matters, intimacy and sexual concerns, sleep difficulties, anger and self esteem challenges, career and life purpose questions, ADHD and bipolar-related concerns, and support for first responders, veterans, and others facing major life changes. Family Builders Counseling Services offers a full line of counseling services.

Therapeutic Approaches and Remote Care

Kevin uses client-centered therapy to create a collaborative, empathetic space where a person's own values and experiences guide the pace and goals of treatment. This approach helps people feeling overwhelmed by stress, life transitions, or relationship concerns find clearer direction and a stronger sense of self.

He also employs Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, a practical method that explores links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and offers skills to manage anxiety, depression, sleep problems, and coping with life changes. For couples and relationship work, Kevin integrates the Gottman Method to help partners strengthen communication, address conflict patterns, and rebuild trust.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. Kevin collaborates with each person or couple to identify goals, try techniques that fit their needs and preferences, and adjust the plan as progress is made, so therapy remains tailored and relevant.

Online therapy with Kevin is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for busy schedules, caregivers, and those with mobility or geographic constraints. These options make it easier to access licensed professionals and continue consistent care while balancing everyday responsibilities.