About Our Counselors

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Danny Garnett, D. Min., LMFT, LMFTS, LPC, LPCS, AAMFT Clinical Fellow and an Approved Supervisor

He received his Doctorate of Minister degree from Graduate Theological Foundation in Pastoral Counseling.  He has served in the field of counseling since 1985.

He specializes in:

  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Relational Issues-couple and family
  • Adjustment Disorders
  • Life Stress and Work-Life Balance
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Danielle Warren, M.S., LPC

Danielle has a Master of Science degree majoring in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and is a fully-licensed Psychotherapist in the state of South Carolina. Her emphasis is primarily on children, adolescents, young adults, and families. Before coming to work at Community Care & Counseling of Aiken. Danielle worked as a school-based therapist at a local elementary and middle school. Danielle utilizes the following theoretical foundations: Play Therapy, Sand Tray Therapy, CBT, TF-CBT, and Solution-Focused.

Areas of focus:

  • Relational Problems: Parent-child, upbringing away from parent, child affected by parental distress, child distress related to separation/divorce.
  • Generalized Anxiety, Social Anxiety, Separation Anxiety, Panic Disorder.
  • Depression, Low Self-Worth/Self-Image, Mood Dysregulation.
  • Trauma, PTSD
  • Grief and Loss

Kathryn Wade, LPC

She received a Master of Arts-Counseling degree from the Biblical Seminary at Columbia International University in 1999. She is a certified Life Coach with the American Association of Christian Counselors.

She specializes in:

  • Marital Counseling
  • Pre-Marital Counseling
  • Relationship/ Personal Growth Issues
  • Spiritual Formation Issues
  • Grief and Loss
  • Depression
  • Anxiety
  • Parent/ Child Issues
  • Communication and Conflict Resolution

Jayshree Lee, MS, Counselor

Jayshree received a Master of Science in Counseling and Psychology from Troy University and her BA in Psychology from Augusta State University. She previously worked as a school-based mental health counselor at Aiken Barnwell Mental Health Center for three local schools in Aiken Countyncluding:  North Aiken Elementary, Aiken Intermediate School, and Leavelle McCampbell Middle School.

She specializes in:

  • Youth and Adolescents
  • Parent-Child Relational Conflict
  • Anxiety and Depression
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy
  • Adjustment & Lifestyle Changes

Carlos Wood, SUD counselor

Education

Carlos retired after twenty years in the U.S. Navy serving as Command Drug and Alcohol Program adviser for ten years. He received his Associates degree in psychology at San Diego City College in California. He was certified as a substance misuse disorder counselor through the California Consortium of Addiction Programs and Professions (CCAPP). He received his Bachelor of Science at USC Aiken in 2021.

Professional Qualifications

Carlos has spent many hours in his community helping to organize and assist challenged families overcome struggles.

Certified through CCAAP.

Experienced counseling with the military community and adolescent programs.

Individual experience with substance misuse disorder both personal and family.

Specialization

  • Relapse Prevention
  • Emotional trigger recognition
  • Prevention education
  • Interpersonal Communication

Jessica Howell, LPC-A

Jessie received her Master of Arts degree in clinical mental health counseling from Colorado Christian University. She emphasizes a holistic approach to counseling that focuses on the connection between mind, body, and soul, and how these connections influence the individual throughout the lifespan. Jessie utilizes a combination of theories including cognitive behavioral therapy, Adlerian therapy, and person-centered theory. She also has specialized training in trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy and has experience working with survivors of trauma.

Areas of Focus

  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Crisis/Trauma/PTSD
  • Self-worth
  • Grief/Loss
  • Children/Adolescents/Adults

Anthony DaVino, M.A., Ph.D. LPC

Tony is a Licensed Professional Counselor in practice since 1984. He has a Masters Degree in Applied Psychology and a Doctoral Degree in Pastoral Counseling. Tony has been the director of a number of programs for veterans and people with disabilities. He served as a Survivor Assistance Officer during the Vietnam Conflict. Tony provides counseling for:

  • PTSD
  • Trauma
  • Addiction
  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Anger Management
  • Grief
  • Marital and Family Discord
  • Pre-Marital
  • Spiritual Conflicts