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About

Carolina Counseling
for Athletes

Carolina Counseling for Athletes was created for you, the athlete.  A therapy offering that bridges the gap between mental health and performance, with the deep understanding the two can not be separated. Expert clinical care that is tailored to your unique needs. 

Gone are the days where you suffer in silence and feel like no one gets it. Together, let’s uncover and work through what is holding you back from peak performance in life and sport. 

You are worth it.

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About

Carolina Counseling
for Athletes

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate working with teen and adult athletes who find themselves, quite simply, stuck. What I love most is supporting people as they untangle the unhealthy thought patterns that keep them from living the life they are called to. While I specialize in working with athletes, my heart is for people. Creating a space where clients feel seen, heard, and safe to heal is at the center of my practice.

My Journey

I am a former Division I college soccer player, so I understand the intensity and performance anxiety involved at an elite level. Beyond sports, I spent 12 years as a school counselor, proudly serving teens and their families with their educational, social, and mental well-being needs. To this day, I’m an educator at heart and love sharing knowledge about mental health with my community.

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Megan Cannon

I am a former Division I college soccer player, so I understand the intensity, physical and emotional strain it takes to compete at an elite level. Beyond sports, I spent 12 years as a school counselor, proudly serving teens and their families with their educational, social, and mental well-being needs. I enjoyed many years as a high school and club soccer coach and have a deep appreciation for those who give their time and energy to sports. To this day, I’m an educator at heart and love sharing knowledge about mental health with my community.

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Megan Cannon

Licensed Professional Counselor Associate

I am a former Division I college soccer player, so I understand the intensity, physical and emotional strain it takes to compete at an elite level. Beyond sports, I spent 12 years as a school counselor, proudly serving teens and their families with their educational, social, and mental well-being needs. I enjoyed many years as a high school and club soccer coach and have a deep appreciation for those who give their time and energy to sports. To this day, I’m an educator at heart and love sharing knowledge about mental health with my community.

Education:

  • Bachelor of Arts in Communications, Western Carolina University, 2005
  • Master of Education in Counselor Education, The Citadel Graduate College, 2011

Advanced Trainings:

  • Certified Brain Health Trainer, Amen University, 2024
  • Brainspotting Phase 1 and 2: 44 hours
  • Brainspotting for Health and Sports Performance: 22 hours

Licenses:

  • South Carolina Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, License #8438
  • Supervisor: Reeves Howard, SC License #5023
  • Certified South Carolina School Counselor
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Life Beyond

Counseling

I’ve come a long way since my playing days. Back then, life was centered around sport and it felt like I had little time for anything else. Now I know we make time for the things that are important to us. Making time for me is now a priority. The more I care for myself, the better I show up for others. 

My interests go far beyond sports performance; on any given day you can find me learning about brain health, parenting, ADHD, youth sports, entrepreneurship, nutrition, fitness, and education. On days when I need to recharge, I love to ride my bike, go to the beach, read and spend time with family and friends. But, to be totally honest. A typical weekend is probably spent on the ballfield or court, coaching my kids and trying to be a normal sports mom. 

And I wouldn’t have it any other way. 

My

Approach

My approach to therapy is one that it tailored to your needs, utilizing evidence-based interventions that lend heavy into the relational work that we will do. Common modalities I use are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Relational Therapy, Solution-Focused and Brainspotting. 


I offer a supportive space for healing and growth with realness, directness and collaboration. I love being on your team! I appreciate the diverse backgrounds of my clients, celebrating each person's uniqueness with care and compassion. 


I offer integrated Christian counseling upon request, as I welcome all spiritual disciplines and honor the ability to choose your own faith journey. Together, we can explore how your beliefs support or hinder how you are showing up in life each and every day.

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