Phone:
(803) 779-1995

Bobbie Lackey received an Education Specialist degree in Counselor Education from the University of South Carolina in 1994. She also received a Masters Degree in Counselor Education from the University of South Carolina in 1993. Her undergraduate degree (B.S.) was from Columbia International University where she majored in Bible and counseling. Prior to completing her degree she worked as an International Partner in Haiti with Habitat for Humanity. She did her counseling internships at RAPHA Psychiatric Hospital and Palmetto Counseling Associates and has been an associate counselor with The Christian Counseling Center since 1997.

Qualifications

• South Carolina Licensed Counselor since November 1997.
• Educational Specialist (Ed.S.) in Counselor Education (University of South Carolina, 1994)
• Master of Education in Counselor Education (M.Ed.) (University of South Carolina, 1993)
• Bachelor of Science in Bible and Counseling (Columbia International University, 1991)
• Internships at RAPHA Psychiatric Hospital and Palmetto Counseling Associates.
• Member of The American Association of Christian Counselors

Services

• Treatment for depression, anxiety, or adjustment to life circumstances
• Treatment for posttraumatic disorders such as childhood sexual abuse and physical abuse
• Treatment for pre-marital/marital or family issues
• Treatment for grief and loss concerns
• Treatment for cross-cultural issues particularly with missionaries
• Critical Incident Stress Management

Certifications

• Licensed Professional Counselor, State of South Carolina since 1997
• CISM Certification, October 2001
• EMDR Certification, Parts 1 and 2
• The Satir Systems Performance Development Program (October 2002)

Education

• Education Specialist - Counselor Education, University of South Carolina
  Columbia, SC (May 1994)
• M. Ed. Counselor Education, University of South Carolina
  Columbia, SC (December 1993)
• B.S. Bible/Counseling, Columbia International University
  Columbia, SC (June 1991)

Clinical Experience

• Licensed Professional Counselor, 1997 – Present
  The Christian Counseling Center of First Presbyterian Church
  General outpatient psychotherapy with adult individuals, couples, families and groups, with specialized focus on women’s issues, childhood sexual and physical abuse and trauma, depression, anxiety, cross-cultural issues, premarital, and marital issues. Prepare and give seminars on various topics.
• Licensed Professional Counselor Intern, 1994 – 1997
  Palmetto Counseling Associates.
  General outpatient psychotherapy with adult individuals, couples and families, with specialized focus on women’s issues, childhood sexual and physical abuse and trauma, depression, anxiety and marital issues.
• Teaching Assistant, 1996
  Columbia International University
  Assisted teacher with class in Personality Theory.
• Counseling Internship, 1993
  Eau Claire High School
  Met with students to help with conflict resolution, problems with school work and relationship issues. Led skills training groups.
• International Partner, 1986-1989
  Habitat for Humanity, Haiti
  Volunteer with Christian housing ministry. Worked with families to help them prepare for homeownership and deal with some of the hardships of living in poverty. Encouraged Nationals and Missionaries. Helped problem-solve various cross cultural issues.