Works with
- Anger
- Stress, Anxiety
- Anger management
- Depression
- Compassion fatigue
How Terry works
Practical facts
- Credentials
- LISW-CP
- Licensed in
- South Carolina
- Years in practice
- 9
- Languages
- English, Spanish
- Session format
- Online, through our partner platform
About Terry
Terry "TJ" Rumler is a licensed independent social worker who helps people facing stress, anxiety, anger, depression, substance concerns, trauma, grief, and relationship or work strain. He speaks English and Spanish and draws on nine years of practice to guide people toward clearer choices and calmer reactions.
TJ is a military combat veteran and currently works as a social worker with a community non-profit organization. That background shapes a straightforward, respectful style in sessions.
Background and approach
He aims to meet people where they are and to listen first before offering suggestions. Sessions focus on practical steps rather than labels. TJ uses client-centered methods to follow each person's priorities.
He also draws on cognitive behavioral tools to help change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, and motivational strategies when someone is ready for change. People can expect a direct but supportive tone. TJ helps clients talk through moments of anger, cope with burnout and compassion fatigue, address addiction concerns, and manage life transitions like career shifts or parenting stress.
He also works with grief, post-traumatic stress, and problems tied to money and workplace pressures. TJ offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different needs. He notes that his therapy practice runs alongside his full-time social work, so scheduling is limited to specific time slots each week.
To begin, a person completes a short matching questionnaire and schedules a time that fits both calendars. TJ aims to help clients take small steps that build toward clearer goals and steadier days.
What Terry works with
Everything Terry lists, in the therapist's own terms. Anger is the reason this directory exists; the rest tells you what usually sits alongside it in Terry's practice.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Anger management
- Depression
- Compassion fatigue
- Addictions
- Trauma and abuse
- Grief
- Parenting issues
- Self esteem
- Career difficulties
- Coping with life changes
- Coaching
- Co-morbidity
- Codependency
- Communication problems
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Guilt and shame
- Men's issues
- Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
- Money and financial issues
- Mood disorders
- Post-traumatic stress
- Self-love
- Workplace issues
- Young adult issues
Approaches Terry lists
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist names and does not check training records.
How TJ applies approaches online
TJ uses client-centered work to follow what matters to each person. That means sessions begin with listening to goals and concerns, and then shaping conversations around the client's priorities. Client-centered methods help when someone wants emotional support, clearer thinking, or steadier responses.He also uses cognitive behavioral therapy, which breaks problems into thoughts, feelings, and actions. CBT offers simple exercises to test unhelpful thinking and change behaviors that feed anger, anxiety, or low mood. This approach can be useful for stress, mood disorders, and anger management.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. TJ will talk with each person about their goals and try methods that fit their needs and preferences. He treats the choice of methods as a collaboration and adjusts plans based on what helps most.
Online sessions are available by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging. Video calls let a person talk face-to-face for deeper conversation. Phone sessions can work with lower bandwidth or when someone prefers not to be on camera. Live chat and text messaging suit short check-ins, coaching-style support, or people who prefer written communication. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules and different lifestyles.
Questions people ask about Terry
What concerns does this therapist address?
He supports people coping with stress, anxiety, anger, depression, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting strain, self-esteem, career and life changes, and related areas.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
His style is direct and client-centered. He listens first, follows each person's priorities, and offers practical steps to try between sessions.
What is his professional background?
He is a military combat veteran and currently works full time as a social worker with a community non-profit organization, with nine years of overall experience.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He holds the SC LISW-CP credential and practices from South Carolina.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
In what formats are sessions offered?
He meets with clients by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to suit different preferences and needs.
How are fees and payment handled?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What do I need to do to get started?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a session according to the therapist's available time slots.