Who We Are
Welcome to Karwatka Group Behavioral Health (KGBH): Your Partner in Wellness. We are dedicated to providing compassionate and thoughtful mental health services that encompass various dimensions of wellness, including emotional, motivational, spiritual, physical, intellectual, and social well-being. Our mission is to empower individuals on their unique journeys by offering comprehensive treatment plans tailored to their specific needs.
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Assessments, Diagnosis, and Treatment:
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Our licensed and certified providers offer a range of services, including assessments, diagnoses, and evidence-based treatments. We believe in a holistic approach to mental health, considering various aspects of well-being.
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Referrals and Collaborative Care:
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KGBH values collaboration and partners with clients to create personalized treatment plans. We provide referrals when needed, ensuring a network of support for comprehensive mental health care.
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Individual and Group Settings:
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Our services are delivered in private, ensuring a comfortable and confidential space. We offer both in-person and telehealth options, allowing individuals to access mental health support in a manner that suits their preferences and needs.
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Wellness Focus:
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KGBH is committed to enhancing mental health in both individual and group contexts. Our services aim to build self-esteem, reduce anxiety, strengthen coping mechanisms, and improve social and community functioning.
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With Service Locations in both South Carolina:(In-person and telehealth) and New Jersey (Telehealth), our providers are experienced and certified in various modalities and speciality areas. At KGBH, we recognize that clients are experts on their own journeys. We partner with individuals to co-create treatment plans that respect their unique needs and preferences. Our goal is to support you in achieving your mental health and wellness objectives.
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Contact us to embark on your journey to mental health and well-being. Whether you prefer in-person or telehealth services, KGBH is here to provide personalized and supportive care.
“Even the smallest changes over time can bring your best results.”
Gina Karwatka is a passionate advocate for empowering clients to achieve their self-determined goals, recognizing the tendency to postpone prioritizing essential desires such as resolving past trauma, restoring relationships, enhancing communication, refining parenting practices, supporting family members, alleviating symptoms, and elevating overall quality of life. With her dedicated support, Gina believes that individuals can reflect on and discern the path to achieving their goals.
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Employing a diverse range of therapeutic modalities, Gina strives to enhance the success of her clients in reaching their personal objectives. Her fervor for teaching boundaries is evident in her approach, emphasizing the importance of establishing and maintaining healthy personal boundaries. Drawing from her extensive experience in the mental health field since 1995, Gina brings a rich history of understanding trauma, healing, hope, and change to her practice. With clinical credentials in both New Jersey and South Carolina, she is equipped to provide comprehensive services.
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In addition to therapeutic support, Gina extends her expertise to divorce mediation, offering couples a space to negotiate an uncontested divorce without the financial strain of litigation. As an educator in mediation and conflict resolution, she is committed to creating an educational environment that maximizes learning, networking, practical application, and collaborative thinking.
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Gina eagerly anticipates meeting individuals at their current point in their journey, offering understanding and guidance throughout the treatment process. Encouraging individuals to embark on their journey to improved mental health, she emphasizes that there is no better day than today to start creating their best life.
Gina Karwatka
MSW LISW-CP LCSW
Anya Ware
LPC, WBE, MIN, AEDP II, PEPF, LMT
Anya Ware, LPC, WBE, MIN, AEDP II, PEPF, LMT, is a seasoned mental health clinician dedicated to fostering emotional well-being and restoring harmony in the lives of individuals, couples, and families. With a holistic approach integrating mind, body, and spirit, Anya, a Licensed Professional Counselor, holds a Masters in Mental Health Counseling and a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science.
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An eclectic solution-focused therapist, certified in AEDP techniques, Anya specializes in couples, family, trauma, grief, self-confidence, and esteem. She guides clients through emotional transitions, setting clear goals for personal growth. Embracing a holistic philosophy, Anya believes in aligning the body, mind, and spirit for a successful life.
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Anya creates a compassionate and non-judgmental therapeutic space, allowing exploration of thoughts and emotions. For those seeking a faith-based approach, she welcomes integrating Christian faith. Anya is committed to providing tools for clients to implement treatment plans, offering psychoeducation, boundary creation, and ongoing support.
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Embark on a transformative journey with Anya, taking the first step toward emotional well-being. Contact her for a compassionate and personalized therapeutic experience, and begin your path to a more fulfilling life.
Licensed. Responsive. Compassionate.
Services We Offer
Individual Therapy
Individual counseling offers a private space to explore personal challenges and gain insights into oneself, relationships, and life transitions. It provides valuable support and guidance for managing issues such as stress, anxiety, depression, grief, or emotional struggles. Together, we'll identify goals, explore thoughts and feelings in a non-judgmental, safe environment, and collaborate on strategies for greater well-being and improved relationships. Whether addressing specific concerns or seeking self-exploration, individual counseling facilitates self-reflection and personal growth
Family Therapy
Family therapy is a counseling approach that centers on enhancing communication, resolving conflicts, and nurturing positive dynamics within family units. In collective sessions with family members, challenges are collaboratively explored, and strategies are developed to strengthen relationships. The therapist strives to establish a safe and supportive environment, guiding the family in addressing issues and improving overall well-being. Family therapy proves valuable for navigating life transitions, enhancing understanding among family members, and fostering a healthier family unit.
Group Therapy
Groups provide an intimate and connected supplement to therapy through immersive, clinician-facilitated sessions. These groups focus on specific topics with short-term time frames and predetermined psychoeducational or support goals. Tailoring our groups to the expressed needs of the community, we identify, create, and schedule sessions to best serve our clientele. This approach ensures that individuals can benefit from peer support in a supportive and purposeful group setting.
Couples Therapy
Couples therapy, also called marriage or relationship counseling, is a type of psychotherapy aimed at helping couples resolve conflicts, enhance communication, and strengthen their relationship. Sessions may involve both partners together and individual sessions for personal exploration. In couples counseling, we collaborate to address relationship issues and develop practical strategies for improved communication, intimacy, and connection. Our empathetic and open-minded approach recognizes the uniqueness of each couple. We tailor counseling plans to meet your specific needs, whether you're seeking premarital guidance, navigating a crisis, or simply aiming to strengthen your relationship.
Common Symptoms
Additional Specialties
Treatment Modalities
Treatment modalities are diverse therapeutic approaches that therapists use to guide you towards improved well-being and solutions for life's challenges. Similar to a toolbox, therapists employ various techniques to help you feel happier and more balanced.
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Envision a cozy room with your therapist, equipped with a chest filled with different tools representing treatment modalities. Some involve conversations to explore thoughts and feelings, creating a friendly dialogue. Others focus on learning new thinking patterns, acquiring skills, or establishing positive habits. You might also encounter tools emphasizing relaxation, mindfulness, or creative expression to foster peace and clarity.
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Our objective is to tailor the perfect combination of tools to match your unique needs and personality. At KGBH, we strive to cultivate a safe and supportive space where you can freely express yourself, collaborating to make positive changes in your life.
Contact our office to schedule a 15-minute consultation.
Resources
If you're experiencing emotional distress, the resources below provide free and confidential support 24/7. If this is an emergency, call 911.
Additional Crisis Websites
Suicide Prevention Hotline
Call 988 or Chat online
Trans Lifeline
Call 1-877-565‑8860
Veterans Crisis Line
Crisis Text Line
The Trevor Project
Whats App Crisis Line
Client Stories
