Clinical Team-- All Locations
Dr. Jennifer Ferguson Elkins
Licensed Professional Counselor/ Supervisor
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor
Registered Play Therapist Supervisor
Owner
Billing Manager
Dr. Elkins is a licensed professional counselor and supervisor (LPCS) specializing in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma Focused-CBT, and Play Therapy (RPTS). Jennifer maintains private practices in Mauldin (Upstate office) and Florence (Pee Dee office). The Upstate office was established in 2015 after Jennifer moved with her family to the Simpsonville area. She still maintains a caseload and supervises other counselors in the Pee Dee office that she established in 2005.
With over 24 years experience in the counseling field and as a professor in Human Services and Psychology, Dr Elkins is currently serving as private practitioner working with a broad spectrum of clients. Among her areas of expertise are working with children from ages 3 and up; individuals with developmental disabilities; individuals with mood disorders; individuals with anxiety disorders; behavioral disorders in children; medical issues in adults and children (especially Multiple Scleorsis & Type 1 Diabetes); trauma; and grief.
In addition to being a prominent counselor and professor, Dr Elkins has presented at state and local conferences speaking on the topics of Play Therapy and Mental Health. Dr Elkins is an Approved Provider of Continuing Education for the Association for Play Therapy and the SC Board of Counselors. Type 1 Diabetes is another area of interest for Dr Elkins. She presented on dealing with Type 1 Diabetes in the “tween” years, as well as on dealing with parent burnout at the JDRF Type 1 Diabetes Summit in 2017.
Dr Elkins is currently a past president of the South Carolina Association for Play Therapy, and continues to serve the organization as the Continuing Education Program Administrator. Dr Elkins served as the President for this state association from 2013-2017.
Dr Elkins provides support and practical feedback to help clients effectively address personal life challenges. She integrates complementary methodologies and techniques to offer a highly personalized approach tailored to each client. With compassion and understanding, she works with each individual to help them build on their strengths and attain the personal growth they are committed to accomplishing.
Education
- Argosy University- Sarasota Campus, Doctor of Education in Counseling Psychology (2013)
- Francis Marion University, Master of Science, Clinical/ Community Psychology (1998)
- Francis Marion Univeristy, Bachelor of Science, Psychology (1995)
License & Certifications
- SC Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) #4156
- SC Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor (LPCS) #4982
- NC Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) #18221
- Registered Play Therapist/ Supervisor (RPTS)
Additional Training
- Trauma Focused CBT- Rostered Clinician through Project Best- Pee Dee Collaborative
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy- Level 1 Certification
- AutPlay Therapy Certification
Providing services in the Florence and Simpsonville locations, as well as via Telehealth.
Jennifer accepts the following insurance as payment: BCBS, BlueChoice, PAI, Aetna, Cigna, and all SC Medicaid types. Other insurance may be accepted out of network on a case by case basis.
Clinical Team-- Simpsonville Office
Hunter Masters, LPCA
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate
Hunter is our newest team member and recently moved to the Greenville area from East Tennessee. Hunter is a clinical mental health counselor that incorporates existential theory into his work with children, teens, and adults. Hunter attained a bachelor’s of science in psychology from Wofford college and a master’s of arts in clinical mental health counseling from Wake Forest University. Hunter has almost a decade of experience in the field including psychoeducational groups, group therapy, individual therapy, and client de-escalation .
Education
- Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Wake Forest University (2023)
License & Certifications
- SC Licensed Professional Counselor Associate (LPCA) #8568
Providing services in the Simpsonville locations, as well as via Telehealth.
Hunter is able to see clients with Aetna, Cigna, and all SC Medicaid companies.
Clinical Team-- Simpsonville Office
Leighann Mullinnix, MA, LPCA
Leighann is a 2023 graduate of Wake Forest University.
She has been seeing clients in our office for the past year as a graduate intern.
Leighann works with children and adults, and is supervised by Dr Jennifer Elkins.
Leighann is licensed as a Professional Counselor Associate (LPCA)
Providing services in the Simpsonville location, as well as via Telehealth.
Clinical Team- Simpsonville Office
Meg McGarity, Graduate Intern
Meg is a recent graduate of Montreat College with her Master of Arts degree.
She sees clients in our Simpsonville office.
Meg works with children and adults, and is supervised by Dr Jennifer Elkins for her license as a Professional Counselor Associate (LPCA).
Meg is providing services in the Simpsonville location, as well as via Telehealth.
Clinical Team-- Pee Dee Office
Beth Graham, MS, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor
Education
Francis Marion University- Master of Science in Clinical Pysch0logy
License & Certifications
- SC Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) #7411
Beth is a counselor from Florence, South Carolina. She graduated with her bachelor’s degree and her master’s degree in Clincal Psychology from Francis Marion University. Beth works with children (over the age of 10), teens and adults. She has 30 years experience and uses a personalized approach that builds on client strengths while addressing life challenges.
Beth’s theoretical orientation is an integrative one that utilizes elements from a number of different therapies: cognitive behavioral, client centered and solution focused. She is DBT ( Dialectical Behavior Therapy) skills informed. She has experience in various areas such as depression, anxiety, ADHD, behavioral issues and interpersonal relationships.
Providing services in the Florence location, as well as via Telehealth.
Beth accepts the following insurance as payment: BCBS, BlueChoice, PAI, and all SC Medicaid types. Other insurance may be accepted out of network on a case by case basis.
Clinical Team-- Pee Dee Office
Rose Yeagley, MS, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor
Education
Francis Marion University- Master of Science in Applied Psychology, Clinical/ Community Option-- Graduated December 19, 2015
License & Certifications
- SC Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) # 7694
- AADC (Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor - SC) - #1910167
- MAC (Master Addiction Counselor - national) - #512299
- SAP (Substance Abuse Professional - DOT) - #174103
Providing services in the Florence location, as well as via Telehealth.
"I believe that treatment is most beneficial when it is individualized, flexible, and meets the needs of the patient. I typically use a combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Motivational Interviewing (MI), which has been shown to be effective in treating a variety of concerns. The CBT model states that the way we think influences the way we feel and act and that problems arise when we get stuck in a negative spiral. One of my goals in therapy is to help patients understand this process and gain insight into their own unhealthy patterns. Another goal is to help them learn healthier coping skills and create new patterns so that they feel empowered to be successful, even after therapy has ended. In my office, everyone can expect to be welcomed, respected, and cared for. I strive to maintain an environment where anyone can feel heard, accepted, and safe - this is a judge-free zone! What actually happens during sessions will look a little differently for each patient, based on each person’s needs. It could involve talking, writing, making artwork, playing games, etc. Therapy is about growth (which means getting out of your comfort zone) so it will take some effort and may be challenging, but I will be supporting you along the way. We will work together to strengthen both your confidence and your skills to help you overcome obstacles and live a happier, healthier life!"
Areas of focus: Couples/Family Therapy, Substance Use/ Abuse, PTSD, Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, School Issues, Divorce, OCD, Teens 12-18, College age 18-22
Rose accepts a variety of payor sources. She is currently able to accept BCBS of SC, Federal BCBS, State BCBS, PAI, Aetna, Cigna, SC Medicaid, Healthy Blue Medicaid, Cenpatico, Select Health, self pay and some out of network insurance.
Clinical Team-- Pee Dee Office
April Robinson, MA, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor
April grew up in Spartanburg, SC and has been a resident of Florence, SC for 24 years. She graduated from North Greenville University with an Associate in Science degree, Charleston Southern University with a Bachelor in Science Degree, and Webster University with a Masters in Counseling. April works with children, adolescents, and adults. She has 30 years of experience working with individuals who are experiencing anxiety disorders, attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder, mood disorders, behavioral disorders, trauma, and grief. April is understanding of the unexpected challenges that surface in life, and compassionate about identifying coping strategies and interventions that are beneficial in effecting positive change.
Education
Webster University-- Master of Arts in Counseling
License & Certifications
SC Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) # 7199
April provides services in the Florence location, as well as via Telehealth.
Areas of focus:
Anxiety
Depression
April accepts the following insurance as payment: BCBS, BlueChoice, PAI, and most SC Medicaid types. Other insurance may be accepted out of network on a case by case basis.
Administrative Team-- Pee Dee Office
Emily Wilcox
Business Manager
Emily has worked for Palmetto Family Works in several capacities since its inception.
She has been a Florence Darlington Human Services Intern, an Administrative Assistant & Business Manager for multiple companies in my building,
and is now currently the Business Manager located in the Florence, SC office.
Emily helps keep things moving in both locations!!
Administrative Team-- Pee Dee Office
Channikko McBride
AKA "Crickett"
Administrative Coordinator- Florence
Channikko has worked for Palmetto Family Works for a decade in a variety of roles, starting out as a Medical Records intern.
She was then hired as an administrative assistant, promoted to credentialing specialist, and is now leading up the administrative team from the Florence office.
Channikko is the smile of Palmetto Family Works!!
