College is hard.
Therapy can make it easier.

Southern Solace helps Clemson students manage anxiety, stress, and perfectionism with therapy that’s approachable, effective, and designed for student life.

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This is an incredible season full of new friends, opportunities, and growth, but…

Let’s be real: college also comes with a lot of pressure.

Between classes, relationships, career decisions, and figuring out who you are, it’s easy to feel stressed, overwhelmed, or even stuck.

Some days it feels like you’re doing everything and still falling behind.

There’s always another deadline, another group project, another text you forgot to answer. You’re juggling classes, friendships, your health, and somehow trying to sleep, and eat a vegetable once in a while — all while figuring out who you are and what comes next.

It’s no wonder you’re exhausted. And somehow, you’re still supposed to stay motivated, go to the gym, call home, and have fun? It’s alot!

You don’t have to keep doing this on your own.

At Southern Solace, our team of therapists specializes in helping Clemson students navigate the ups and downs of college life, whether you are going through a major change or just trying to get through the day. No problem is too big or small to benefit from support. 

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How Southern Solace Counseling can help:

At Southern Solace, Our counselors understand the unique challenges students face, because we’ve been walking alongside them for over a decade. We work with students who are struggling with:

  • Anxiety, stress, and constant overthinking

  • People-pleasing and perfectionism

  • Homesickness, loneliness, or difficulty making friends

  • Academic pressure and burnout

  • Relationship challenges

  • Fear of disappointing others or saying no

  • Transitions, change, and figuring out who you are

  • Body image and self-acceptance 

  • Trauma and difficult life events 

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  • Anxiety, Stress, and Overthinking

    When your brain never stops running, it’s hard to catch your breath. From racing thoughts before exams to worrying about what everyone thinks, anxiety can make even small things feel huge. In therapy, we help you quiet the noise, find balance, and learn how to quiet the noise. 

  • Perfectionism and People-Pleasing

    You hold yourself to high standards and still feel like you’re falling short. Whether it’s chasing grades, approval, or that sense of “enough,” perfectionism can keep you stuck in a cycle of burnout. We’ll help you challenge the pressure, set boundaries, and redefine success on your own terms.

  • Loneliness, Homesickness, and Friendships

    College can be full of people yet still feel isolating at times. Maybe you’re missing home, struggling to make close friends, or feeling out of place. Together, we’ll explore what’s getting in the way of connection and help you build relationships that feel safe, authentic, and real.

  • Academic Pressure and Burnout

    The to-do list never ends…papers, exams, internships, repeat. When you’re running on caffeine and self-criticism, burnout can happen fast. Therapy gives you space to slow down, sort through expectations, and learn strategies to study, perform, and still have energy left for yourself.

  • Relationships, Boundaries, and Self-Worth

    Whether it’s dating drama, roommate tension, or the fear of disappointing others, relationships can be complicated. We help you communicate clearly, set boundaries that stick, and recognize your own needs without guilt. Healthy relationships start with you feeling grounded and confident.

  • Life Transitions, Identity, and Change

    College is full of big questions. Who am I? What’s next? Am I where I’m supposed to be? It’s also a time when old wounds or past experiences can resurface. We help you process change, heal from what’s been hard, and grow into the person you’re becoming with compassion and courage.

  • Depression, Difficult Experiences, and Feeling Stuck

    Sometimes college isn’t what you pictured. You might feel lost, unmotivated, or disconnected, like you’re just going through the motions while everyone else seems OK. Maybe you’ve gone through a breakup, a loss, or a major life event that’s left you unsure how to move forward. Therapy can help you make sense of what’s happened, work through the sadness, and rebuild the energy and hope that’s been hard to find.

What Therapy Looks Like With Us

This isn’t therapy where you just talk in circles. At Southern Solace, sessions are engaging, practical, and tailored to fit your life. You’ll have:

  • A safe, supportive space where you can finally stop performing and just be yourself

  • Real strategies for managing stress, anxiety, and perfectionism

  • Tools for building healthy relationships and setting boundaries

  • Support for navigating the messy middle of early adulthood with confidence

  • A team of therapists who get it. We specialize in working with students just like you

Why Choose an Off-Campus Private Practice?

We know there are many ways to access mental health support, through campus resources, telehealth apps, or online platforms. Every option has value, and for some, those routes can be a helpful first step. But working with an off-campus private practice like Southern Solace offers a different level of care and experience.

  • Online platforms often match you randomly with providers or rotate counselors based on availability. At Southern Solace, we intentionally match you with a therapist who’s the right fit, someone you’ll see consistently, who takes the time to know your story and walk with you over time. 

  • Our entire team is trained and focused on the challenges of college and early adulthood so your sessions focus deeply on the issues that matter most during this season of life; things like anxiety, perfectionism, relationships, transitions, and more. You won’t have to explain what it’s like to juggle exams, friendships, and the pressure to “have it all together.” We get it.

  • Meeting off campus gives you privacy, comfort, and a true separation from campus life. Here, there are no session caps or rushed appointments, just space that’s yours: safe, confidential, and focused on long-term growth.

    At Southern Solace, we intentionally keep our caseloads small so our therapists can give you the attention you deserve. You’ll have consistent sessions with a therapist who’s responsive, detail-oriented, and fully invested in your progress.

  • Our office was created with intention, from our central downtown Clemson location to the warm, welcoming environment we’ve designed. This isn’t a sterile or intimidating clinical setting. It’s a place where you can exhale, feel at ease, and know you belong, all while kicking your shoes off and grabbing a snack.

  • We offer both in-person and secure telehealth options, so your care fits your life. Whether you want the comfort of sitting across from your therapist in person or the convenience of logging in from your dorm or apartment, we make therapy easy to access and built around your schedule.

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Therapists Who Meet You Where You Are

Therapy isn’t one-size-fits-all. Our therapists meet you exactly where you are, whether you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or just unsure what you need. Together, we’ll move at your pace, focusing on what matters most to you as you take the next step toward feeling more like yourself.

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Your First Step

We know therapy can feel intimidating, but it doesn’t have to. Whether you meet us in person (just steps from campus) or online, you’ll leave your very first session with support, clarity, and tools to make life feel lighter.

Ready to feel like yourself again? Schedule your free 15-minute consult and get matched with one of our experienced therapists today.

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