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Disha Benn-Peay, LISW-CP

Compassionate, practical support for anxiety and stress

22 years in practice · based in South Carolina · sessions in English · online sessions

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About Disha

Disha Benn-Peay is a licensed independent social worker-clinical practice (LISW-CP) practicing in South Carolina. She focuses on stress and anxiety and helps people who are facing low mood, relationship strain, and questions about self-worth. Her style aims to be respectful, direct, and compassionate so clients feel heard during hard conversations.

She draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to create a clear plan for each person. Sessions are shaped around the concerns you bring, with practical steps you can try between meetings.

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Background and approach

Disha emphasizes concrete tools for coping with worry, improving confidence, and managing life changes. Many clients bring issues like caregiver stress, chronic pain or illness, control struggles, and the search for meaning. She also addresses forgiveness, self-love, and women’s issues when those topics come up in sessions.

The focus is on realistic strategies that fit everyday life. With over 22 years of professional experience, Disha adapts conversations to each person’s needs. She aims to balance listening with offering straightforward techniques and suggestions.

The goal is steady progress rather than quick fixes. People typically find the first steps are identifying specific goals and small changes to try. Disha supports that work with regular check-ins and adjustments to the plan as needed.

Her approach is practical, patient, and collaborative.

Evidence-based approaches and online care

Many therapists who focus on anxiety and stress use evidence-based techniques that teach practical skills. Cognitive approaches help identify unhelpful thought patterns and then test new, more balanced ways of thinking; they are useful for worry and low mood. Behavioral strategies focus on changing routines and building small habits that reduce avoidance and increase confidence, which can help with anxiety and motivation.

Choosing the right approach is a team effort. The therapist will talk with you about what feels most relevant and try methods that fit your goals and daily life. Together you can adjust the plan over time until it feels useful and manageable.

Online sessions are offered as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different schedules and needs. Video is good for a full conversation and visual connection. Phone can work when bandwidth is limited or for a quick check-in. Live chat and text messaging allow short, flexible check-ins and ongoing support between longer sessions. These options make it easier to keep therapy consistent around work, caregiving, and other commitments.
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Questions people ask

What concerns does she help with?
Disha helps people manage stress and anxiety, low mood and depression, relationship strain, and self-esteem challenges. She also supports those facing life changes, caregiver stress, chronic illness or pain, and issues around control and forgiveness.
What is her therapeutic style?
She uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques and focuses on practical, doable steps. Sessions tend to combine listening with concrete strategies you can use between meetings.
How long has she practiced?
She brings 22 years of professional experience working with people on emotional and life challenges. That background informs a steady, practical approach to therapy.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She holds the credential LISW-CP, which stands for Licensed Independent Social Worker - Clinical Practice, and she is based in South Carolina.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the U.S. work with her?
She is not currently accepting international clients; sessions are provided to those located where her license applies.
What session formats are available?
She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.
How does payment and getting started work?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability and uses a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. To begin, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.

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Experience
22 years
Licensed
South Carolina
Languages
English

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