- Direct and nonjudgmental
- Practical coping skills
- English and Spanish
About Terry
Terry "TJ" Rumler is a licensed independent social worker who focuses on helping men and others manage stress, anxiety, anger, depression, addictions, and the fallout from trauma and grief. He also supports people dealing with parenting strain, workplace problems, money worries, low self-esteem, and life transitions. TJ speaks English and Spanish and brings nine years of practice to his work.
He approaches sessions in a straightforward, nonjudgmental way. He uses client-centered methods that follow each person’s goals, and motivational techniques to help people find their own reasons to change. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and mindfulness strategies are woven into his style when they fit a client's needs.
TJ is a South Carolina LISW-CP - a licensed independent social worker with clinical practice privileges. He is a military combat veteran and currently works full time at a community nonprofit, which shapes how he sees real-life struggles and practical solutions.
Sessions emphasize clear goals and steady progress. TJ often focuses on skills people can use between meetings, such as coping tools, communication practices, and brief action steps to reduce stress and manage mood. He aims to keep work focused and useful.
To start, clients use the site's Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to his availability. Because his practice outside the site limits his hours, confirm current session options and scheduling before booking.
How TJ’s Approaches Work Online
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on the client’s goals and priorities, with the therapist following your lead and reflecting what matters most to you. This approach helps people who need a respectful, collaborative space to sort things out. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) teaches practical tools to change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors; it is often used for anxiety, depression, and stress by breaking problems into manageable steps.Finding the right approach is part of the work. TJ discusses goals, preferences, and daily realities with each person and then suggests which methods to try. That choice is collaborative and can change as progress is made or priorities shift.
Confirm the session formats TJ currently offers before booking, since his schedule outside the platform limits available times. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, reduce travel, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It also lets people use mindfulness exercises, homework tools, and CBT techniques between meetings to reinforce progress. Licensed professionals like TJ aim to make sessions practical and usable in everyday life.
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Experience
9+ years
Credentials
South Carolina
Languages
English, Spanish
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he help with?
TJ works with stress, anxiety, anger, depression, addictions, trauma and grief. He also helps with parenting strain, career and workplace issues, money worries, self-esteem, and men’s issues.
What is his therapeutic style?
He uses a client-centered approach paired with motivational interviewing to follow a person’s goals. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and mindfulness tools are used when they match the client’s needs.
How long has he been practicing?
He has nine years of experience working as a social worker in community settings and with diverse clients.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He holds the SC LISW-CP credential and is located in South Carolina.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
Can people outside the U.S. work with him?
He is not currently accepting international clients.
How are fees handled?
Costs vary by location and the therapist’s availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin therapy with him?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions based on his availability.