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Randall MacKendrick

Experienced counselor blending skills and insight

LPC South Carolina

Experience
35 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Self esteem
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
Languages
English
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About Randall

Randall MacKendrick is a licensed professional counselor (LPC) based in South Carolina who brings 35 years of clinical experience to his practice. He works with individuals facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, self-esteem struggles, and the challenges that come with life changes.

Background and approach

Randall emphasizes building emotional insight and practical coping skills tailored to each person’s situation. His style blends evidence-informed methods such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) with client-centered and psychodynamic perspectives, aiming to balance practical skills with deeper self-understanding.

Over decades of practice he has also addressed attachment and abandonment issues, caregiver stress, communication and commitment concerns, and difficulties related to guilt, shame, and isolation. Randall helps clients set realistic goals and develop strategies to improve daily functioning and interpersonal connections.

Clients can expect an empathetic yet direct approach that respects individual strengths while encouraging growth. He frames therapy as a collaborative process, adapting conversation and techniques to match what each person needs as they work toward greater resilience and clearer purpose in life.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Options



Randall often uses cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), which focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors to reduce symptoms like anxiety and depression. He also draws on client-centered therapy, emphasizing empathic listening and collaboration so clients feel understood while they explore their goals and values. These approaches can help with stress management, relationship patterns, low self-esteem, and navigating life transitions.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process; Randall works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. He tailors conversations and interventions over time, adjusting focus as insight and circumstances evolve.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These formats make it easier to connect from different locations and to maintain continuity of care around busy schedules, helping clients practice skills and access support in ways that suit their daily life.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Randall commonly address?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, self-esteem issues, and coping with life changes, along with related topics such as attachment, caregiver stress, and isolation.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
His approach is compassionate and direct, mixing practical skill-building with exploration of underlying patterns to support both immediate coping and long-term insight.
What is his clinical background and experience level?
He has 35 years of experience working as a therapist and has spent decades supporting people through emotional and interpersonal challenges.
What credential and location information is available?
Randall holds an LPC credential identified as SC LPC 2501 and practices in South Carolina.
Does he offer services in other languages or to international clients?
He provides services in English and is not currently accepting international clients.
Which session formats are available for appointments?
Sessions are offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences.
How much do sessions typically cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin working together?
To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions based on the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesCaregiver issues and stressCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDivorce and separationEmptinessFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Psychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapySystemic Therapy

Experience

35+ years

Licensed

South Carolina

Languages

English