Bethany Tschappat , LPC

Bethany Tschappat is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in South Carolina and the owner of Better Mind - Better You, LLC. She brings six years of experience helping people identify and move past obstacles that interfere with well-being. Her practice blends compassionate, faith-informed counseling with practical strategies to address issues such as depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, relationship concerns, sleep problems, parenting challenges, career stress, and compassion fatigue.

Bethany emphasizes empowerment and self-compassion, guiding clients to strengthen communication, build self-worth, and develop tools to navigate life transitions. She has worked with a diverse range of clients, including adults, veterans, first responders, nurses, and teachers, and has particular experience supporting those facing workplace stress and relationship difficulties. Her approach is holistic, inviting exploration of emotions, healing from past wounds, and the creation of concrete plans for growth.

She is trained in a variety of therapeutic modalities, including Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), person-centered methods, and motivational interviewing. Bethany partners with clients to tailor treatment to each person’s goals and values, offering steady professional guidance grounded in empathy and practical skill building.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Bethany integrates several evidence-informed approaches to address a range of concerns and tailors them to each person’s situation. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thought and behavior patterns and teaching practical skills to manage symptoms like anxiety, depression, and sleep difficulties. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a trauma-focused method that helps people process distressing memories and reduce their emotional intensity through guided procedures. Client-centered therapy emphasizes empathic, nonjudgmental listening and supports self-exploration and personal growth, which can be especially helpful for building self-esteem and improving relationships.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic work. Bethany collaborates with each person to determine which methods align with their goals, values, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds. This collaborative process helps ensure care fits the individual rather than forcing a one-size-fits-all model.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can be scheduled as video calls, phone conversations, live chat, or text-based messaging to match different needs and rhythms. These options make it easier to access consistent support around work, family, and daily responsibilities while maintaining continuity of care with licensed professionals and therapists who can adapt methods to the online format.