Leah Doberne-Schor, EdS, LPC
Couples, Individual and Family Counseling
Columbia and Lexington, SC
Virtual for all South Carolina
About Me, Leah Doberne-Schor, EdS LPC
Counselor in Lexington, SC and Columbia, SC
I believe in the importance of a supportive, respectful, collaborative and individualized counseling relationship.
One that's down-to-earth, accepting (non-judgmental), caring and affirming - prioritizing you and your unique counseling needs.
My Counseling Approach
You can’t get therapy from a friend, a book, or AI—it’s the relationship with a skilled, attuned therapist that makes the difference.
We'll work together to identify your counseling goals, bring relief and work towards the change you seek in your life. I draw from humanistic (accepting people as they are), family systems, experiential, existential (meaning-making), attachment, narrative, mindfulness, Gottman and trauma informed counseling models. I value each person as they are -- including their orientation, identity, gender, sexuality, beliefs, and experiences. Practice areas include: Couples (all stages and types) Parents and families, including those raising children with disabilities, ongoing healthcare needs, or neurodivergence (like autism and ADHD) Women who experience burnout and overwhelm Adults and teens experiencing anxiety, depression, grief or stress Adults and teens who identify as Neurodivergent (autism, ADHD, etc.) Individuals and couples navigating life transitions Co-parents who want to work together to support their child(ren) Agencies and organizations -- for support groups, presentations or workshops
Cal Hilsman, LISW-CP/S
"Leah is a talented therapist with a genuine relational approach. She has a unique skillset to truly help her clients grow internally and interpersonally."
Mandy Null, LPC
"Leah has considerable knowledge and experience in her clinical expertise. She is a supportive and dedicated companion who will travel alongside her clients on their journey to healing."
Workshop Participants
Please have her do more sessions next year! Amazing!!!
I chose the name "Compass Rose Counseling" because no matter where you are in life
a compass can help you find your way.
My Background
I have a lifelong passion for accompanying others on their life's journey and engaging in meanking making.
Education
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LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) #10005 in South Carolina
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EdS (above a masters) in Counselor Education, focus in Marriage, Couples and Family Counseling (University of South Carolina, 2021)
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Rabbinic Ordination (HUC-JIR, NY 2005
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BA in Philosophy (Pomona College, Claremont, CA, 1999, Phi Beta Kappa)
Training, Experience & Certifications
My training included intensive hands-on experience in counseling, including working with families at Epworth Children's Home, interning with diverse students (ages 5-18) and their families at Family Intervention Services at Richland School District 2, and experience with diverse individuals, couples, teens and parents in private settings.
On the path to becoming a counselor, I worked as a parent-educator with families raising children with disabilities, and I have experience teaching advocacy skills and preparing for IEP and 504 meetings.
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Stepping Stones Triple P, Level 3 and Seminar -- Positive Parenting for Children with Disabilities)
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Gottman Couples Counseling -- Level 1 and Trauma/Betrayal (in progress)
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Wright's Law -- Special Education Advocacy, IEP and 504 plans
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Supervision and training includes: attachment-oriented, emotionally focused, EFFT, trauma-informed, mindfulness, systemic, tfCBT