Nina Loughney is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) in South Carolina, holding both a Bachelor of Science in Social Work and a Master of Social Work from the University of Tennessee. She works with clients of all ages and is especially passionate about supporting children, adolescents, and families as they navigate challenges, build resilience, and discover their strengths.Nina brings a calm, collaborative presence to her work and values creating a space where clients feel heard, respected, and safe to be themselves. She believes that meaningful change begins with connection and trust and prioritizes building relationships that allow clients to show
up as they are. Grounded in a strengths-based, trauma-informed, person-in-environment perspective, Nina understands that each person’s experiences are shaped by their relationships, environments, and life circumstances. She believes that behavior is communication and works to look beneath the surface to understand better what each client may be feeling, needing, or trying to express. Nina integrates evidence-based approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and play-based interventions, tailoring her approach to meet clients where they are. She is committed to walking alongside clients and families as they develop emotional awareness, healthy coping skills, and the confidence to move through life’s challenges.
