Advanced Practice Mental Health and Wellness

06/01/2026

Accepting new patients:

Stu McCollum

Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, (LPCA), MA, AADC-IP
Stu is a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate who provides compassionate, client-centered mental health and substance use counseling. He specializes in conducting comprehensive mental health and substance use assessments and developing individualized, goal-oriented treatment plans that support meaningful and lasting change.

Stu is committed to maintaining ethical, culturally responsive care and creates a clear, structured therapeutic environment that helps clients move from insight to action. He is skilled in helping individuals explore ambivalence, strengthen motivation, and build practical coping strategies that support emotional regulation and long-term growth.

He earned his Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Liberty University. His clinical interests include behavioral change strategies, psychoeducation, emotional regulation, coping skills development, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused therapy.

Stu believes meaningful change occurs when individuals feel heard, respected, and empowered. His therapeutic approach is grounded in the understanding that clients are the experts on their own lives. Rather than “fixing” people, he works collaboratively with clients to help them recognize their strengths, clarify their values, and take intentional steps toward the life they want to live.

05/16/2026

We are proud to announce that Advanced Practice Mental Health and Wellness has been nominated for Best of South Carolina for the third year in a row! Help us win by voting for us at guidetosouthcarolina.com/best-of/vote/health-medical in the Psychiatry Practices category! Voting closes Sunday, May 31, 2026 at 11:59 PM, and you can vote for us once daily until then!

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05/15/2026

Come visit Benzell and I at Vereen Memorial Garden for the Horry County Mental Health Awareness Walk! Today from 10-12!

05/02/2026

Big moment for our team 💙

We are so excited to officially celebrate Sophie who has passed her licensure exam and is no longer our intern, but now a full-time clinician with us starting June 1st!

Sophie is now a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) and is accepting new patients 🎉

From day one, she has brought compassion, dedication, and a genuine heart for helping others. Watching her grow into this role has been something really special, and we couldn’t be more proud to have her continue her journey with us.

Sophie will be specializing in teens and young adults, creating a safe, supportive space for navigating:
• Anxiety & stress
• Life transitions
• Identity & self-esteem
• Family and peer relationships

If you’ve been looking for someone who truly connects with younger clients and meets them where they are Sophie is it.

Help us congratulate her on this well-deserved achievement 👏

📞 Now scheduling appointments!

04/01/2026

🎉 Turning 18 is a big milestone—not just in life, but in healthcare too!

Once your child reaches adulthood, HIPAA (the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) takes effect, meaning their medical information is legally protected as private. 🔒

Because of this law, our staff is required to follow strict guidelines to protect every patient’s confidentiality. This means that once your child turns 18, we are no longer able to share medical information, discuss care, or make decisions with parents or caregivers unless we have written permission from the patient. 📝 These rules are in place to protect your young adult’s rights and privacy.

⏳ The time leading up to their 18th birthday is a great opportunity to prepare your child to take ownership of their healthcare. Talk with them about:
• 📋 Understanding their medical history and medications
• 📅 Scheduling appointments and communicating with providers
• 💳 Knowing their insurance information
• ✍️ Signing consent forms if they want you involved in their care

Planning ahead can make this transition smoother and empower your young adult to confidently manage their health. 💙

03/31/2026

Today, on , we stand in support of those living with bipolar disorder. Mental health matters, and no one should face their journey alone.

03/31/2026

To the moms who are doing everything for everyone else… when is the last time you checked on YOU? 💔

You’re the scheduler, the comforter, the provider, the safe place… but carrying it all can get heavy.

If you’ve been feeling:
• Overwhelmed and touched out
• Anxious or constantly on edge
• Guilty for needing a break
• Like you’ve lost a piece of yourself

You are NOT a bad mom—you’re a human who needs support too.

At our practice, we help moms:
✨ Find balance without guilt
✨ Manage anxiety and burnout
✨ Reconnect with themselves again

You don’t have to keep running on empty.

📍 Now accepting new patients
📞 Reach out today—we’re here for you
843-945-1452

Because taking care of yourself is part of taking care of your family. 💙

03/30/2026

WMBF News We’re so grateful for the opportunity to visit and connect with your team. thank you for welcoming us into your station!

It was an honor to share more about our mental health services, tour your space, and talk about ways we can continue supporting the community. Building these relationships means everything to us, and we truly value the chance to collaborate.

03/19/2026