Dr. Chayah Stoneberg, LISW-CP
Arts-integrated clinical social worker and educator
- Grief and bereavement support
- Trauma and anxiety care
- Arts-based therapeutic approaches
About Dr. Chayah Stoneberg
Dr. Chayah Stoneberg is a psychotherapist, educator, and spoken word artist practicing from Columbia, South Carolina who blends the humanities and expressive arts into clinical work. With five years of clinical experience, she draws on a background in literature and palliative arts to help people process grief, loss, and complex emotional distress.
She is credentialed as an LISW-CP - Licensed Independent Social Worker - Clinical Practice - which signals a clinical social work license in South Carolina. In her clinical work she focuses on concerns such as trauma, anxiety, depression, personality disorders, and support for veterans, applying a mix of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Art Therapy techniques, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to meet each person where they are.
Stoneberg has combined clinical roles with program development, serving as the director of arts programming at Palliative Arts, a practice centered on grief, loss, and bereavement. There she uses poetry, visual art, and expressive movement as tools for processing difficult emotions and relieving suffering. Her clinical experience also includes work with Hopeful Counseling & Psychiatry, and she currently provides services online.
Alongside clinical practice, she has taught in higher education and held the positions of Assistant Professor of Humanities and Writing Center Director at Allen University from 2013 to 2017. Her approach integrates creative practice, humanities-informed care, and evidence-based therapies to support healing and resilience.
She is credentialed as an LISW-CP - Licensed Independent Social Worker - Clinical Practice - which signals a clinical social work license in South Carolina. In her clinical work she focuses on concerns such as trauma, anxiety, depression, personality disorders, and support for veterans, applying a mix of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Art Therapy techniques, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to meet each person where they are.
Stoneberg has combined clinical roles with program development, serving as the director of arts programming at Palliative Arts, a practice centered on grief, loss, and bereavement. There she uses poetry, visual art, and expressive movement as tools for processing difficult emotions and relieving suffering. Her clinical experience also includes work with Hopeful Counseling & Psychiatry, and she currently provides services online.
Alongside clinical practice, she has taught in higher education and held the positions of Assistant Professor of Humanities and Writing Center Director at Allen University from 2013 to 2017. Her approach integrates creative practice, humanities-informed care, and evidence-based therapies to support healing and resilience.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBody imageCancerChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPhobiasPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Dr. Chayah Stoneberg have?
Dr. Chayah Stoneberg has five years of clinical experience.
Is Dr. Chayah Stoneberg a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the LISW-CP credential. License details are SC LISW-CP 18119.
In which languages does Dr. Chayah Stoneberg provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Dr. Chayah Stoneberg located?
She is located in South Carolina.
How can I work with Dr. Chayah Stoneberg as my therapist?
You can work with Dr. Chayah Stoneberg through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Dr. Chayah Stoneberg work with international clients?
Yes, Dr. Chayah Stoneberg works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Dr. Chayah Stoneberg cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Could Online Therapy Be a Good Fit?
Many people wonder whether meeting with a therapist online can make a meaningful difference. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or managing life transitions, research has found that online therapy can be comparable to traditional in-person sessions for many individuals.One of the clearest advantages is flexibility - people can connect in the way that works best for them, whether by video call, phone session, live chat, or text-based messaging. This flexibility often makes it easier to fit therapeutic support into a busy schedule or to access care from a distance.
Licensed professionals provide care through these remote formats, and many clients find that they can develop a strong working relationship with a therapist online. If the fit is not right, it is typically possible to switch to a different therapist until the best match is found.
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