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Terry "TJ" Rumler

Practical, motivational social work

LISW-CP South Carolina

Experience
9 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, Anger, Depression
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
Languages
English, Spanish
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About Terry

Terry "TJ" Rumler brings nine years of clinical social work experience to his therapy practice and holds the credential LISW-CP. He approaches common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, anger, grief, addictions, trauma and abuse, compassion fatigue, and self-esteem with a nonjudgmental, supportive stance rooted in client-centered care.

Background and approach

His background includes work in community non-profit settings and clinical social work roles that shaped a practical, motivational way of guiding people through life changes and career or parenting challenges. Terry uses evidence-informed tools including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, motivational interviewing, mindfulness practices, and solution-focused strategies to help clients identify patterns, build skills, and pursue goals.

He offers services in both English and Spanish and provides several online modalities to fit different needs. Prospective clients should note that his availability is limited to a few weekly time slots due to other professional commitments.

He invites individuals ready to take a next step to begin the intake process and explore whether his style and scheduling align with their needs.

Approaches that guide online therapy

CBT helps clients recognize and change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns by using practical exercises and structured skill-building; it is often used for anxiety, depression, and mood-related concerns. Client-centered therapy emphasizes the client’s perspective and creates space for exploration, validation, and self-directed growth through empathic listening and collaboration.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Terry will collaborate with each person to identify which methods make the most sense based on their goals, preferences, and life circumstances, and he may combine elements from different approaches to fit individual needs.

Online therapy with him is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility for varied schedules and communication styles. These formats allow people to access licensed professionals from their own locations, fit sessions around work or family commitments, and continue momentum between appointments when needed.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Terry commonly address?
Terry works with a wide range of issues including stress, anxiety, anger, depression, trauma and abuse, grief, addictions, compassion fatigue, self-esteem, parenting, career concerns, and coping with life changes.
How would you describe his therapeutic approach and style?
He blends a client-centered, motivational stance with practical techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness, and solution-focused work to help clients set goals and develop coping skills.
What is his professional background and experience?
He has nine years of experience as a clinical social worker and has worked in community non-profit settings and other full-time social work roles that inform his practice.
Where is he licensed and what credentials does he hold?
He holds the credential LISW-CP and is documented with SC LISW-CP 11289 in South Carolina.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish, and he is not accepting international clients at this time.
What session formats does he provide for online work?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different communication preferences.
How are costs and scheduling handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time; specific pricing depends on those factors.
How do I begin working with him?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to his stated availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAnger managementDepressionCompassion fatigue

Also works with

AddictionsTrauma and abuseGriefParenting issuesSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCoaching

Additional focus areas

Co-morbidityCodependencyCommunication problemsDrug and alcohol addictionGuilt and shameMen's issuesVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

9+ years

Licensed

South Carolina

Languages

English, Spanish