Therapy for Panic Attacks in Ladson SC

If you’re struggling with panic attacks, I want you to know you’re not alone, and there is a way forward. Living with sudden surges of fear, a racing heart, or shortness of breath can be terrifying, especially when it feels like it’s happening for no reason. If you’re here, you may be searching for a way to feel grounded again, to take back control of your life. As a licensed therapist serving clients in Ladson, SC, I specialize in helping people just like you find relief from anxiety and panic.

Hi, I’m Holly Hansen

MS, LPC, LPCS, LAC | Therapist at Cognizant Counseling Center

I’m so glad you’ve found your way here. I’m a licensed professional counselor with advanced training in anxiety and panic-related disorders. Through years of working with individuals facing overwhelming fear and emotional distress, I’ve seen firsthand how therapy can lead to powerful, lasting change. My approach is warm, compassionate, and collaborative. I meet you exactly where you are—with no judgment and no pressure.

I combine evidence-based approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Exposure Therapy to create a treatment plan that’s as unique as you are. My goal is to help you not only reduce panic attacks but also rediscover a sense of calm, confidence, and clarity.

When Panic Feels Like It’s Running Your Life

Panic attacks can feel like your mind and body are betraying you, with heart racing, shortness of breath, dizziness, and that overwhelming sense of doom. You might avoid certain places or situations because you’re afraid of when the next attack will hit. Or maybe you’ve stopped doing things you used to enjoy, just to avoid triggering anxiety.

Many of my clients in Ladson, SC, come to therapy feeling exhausted, overwhelmed, and unsure of how to stop the cycle. Some aren’t even sure what’s happening to them, they just know they don’t feel like themselves anymore. If this sounds familiar, you’re in the right place.

What to Expect in Therapy

Our sessions are a safe space for you to slow down and explore what’s going on beneath the surface. Together, we’ll look at the thoughts, emotions, and physical symptoms tied to your panic attacks. I use a combination of CBT (to identify and shift unhelpful thinking patterns), ACT (to help you connect with your values and stay present), and Exposure Therapy (to gradually face fears in a safe, controlled way).

We’ll also work on body awareness techniques and mindfulness practices to help you respond differently when symptoms arise. You’ll gain practical tools to manage anxious thoughts, reduce physical symptoms, and build emotional resilience.

How Therapy Helps You Heal

Therapy for panic attacks isn’t just about managing symptoms; it’s about reclaiming your life. As we work together, you may begin to:

• Experience fewer panic attacks
• Feel more in control during moments of anxiety
• Improve your sleep and concentration
• Create healthier routines and emotional balance
• Reconnect with the parts of life you’ve been avoiding
• Let go of shame, guilt, and self-judgment
• Build the confidence to navigate daily life with more ease

For many of my clients in and around Ladson, SC, therapy becomes a space to grow, heal, and truly feel like themselves again.

You Deserve Relief: Let’s Take the First Step

Reaching out for help with panic attacks can feel overwhelming, but it’s one of the bravest and most important things you can do. I offer in-person and online therapy sessions for clients in Ladson and nearby areas. If you’re ready to explore therapy, or even if you’re just curious, I’d love to offer you a free 15-minute consultation to see if we’re a good fit.

You don’t have to live in fear of the next panic attack. Let’s work together to help you find peace, stability, and strength from within.