About Chad
Chad Dingman is a licensed independent social worker with the South Carolina LISW-CP credential. He focuses on helping people who are coping with stress, anxiety, grief, low self-esteem, life changes, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, parenting strain, anger, career questions, depression, compassion fatigue, and ADHD. He uses a collaborative, strength-based style in sessions.
Chad listens first, then helps people notice what already works for them. He works with clients to set clear, manageable goals and finds practical steps to reach them.
How Chad works
Chad blends client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and mindfulness approaches. That means sessions can involve reflecting on what matters to the client, spotting unhelpful thinking patterns, and practicing grounding or breathing skills. The plan is shaped around each person’s needs rather than a one-size-fits-all method.
With ten years of experience, Chad brings focused clinical practice to everyday problems. He emphasizes compassion, trust, and respect while helping people uncover strengths and motivation for change. Sessions aim to reduce overwhelm and increase coping skills for daily life.
People who choose his approach can expect a calm, steady presence and practical tools to use between sessions. Chad supports clients through transitions, loss, and ongoing emotional challenges while working together to build forward momentum.
Chad lists 3 ways of working on the entry:
What Chad works with
The areas below are the ones Chad selected when setting up a profile. The first few are listed as the main focus; the rest are also named.
Also listed
- ADHD
- Anger management
- Career difficulties
- Compassion fatigue
- Coping with life changes
- Depression
- Parenting issues
- Relationship issues
- Trauma and abuse
Training and background
| Register | LISW-CP |
|---|---|
| Years in practice | 10 |
| Languages | English |
| Session format | Online: video, phone, live chat or messaging |
| Country | South Carolina |
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Online support options
How these approaches work online
Client-centered therapy focuses on understanding each person's perspective and building on their strengths. In online sessions this often means talking through what matters most, clarifying goals, and shaping a plan that fits everyday life.Cognitive behavioral therapy looks at thoughts and actions that keep problems going. Online work may include identifying unhelpful thinking patterns, trying new behaviors between sessions, and reviewing what did or did not help.
Mindfulness therapy uses attention and breathing practices to reduce reactivity and improve focus. Digital sessions can introduce short exercises to practice during the day and check in on how they feel.
Chad approaches the choice of method as a team effort. He will talk with each person about goals, preferences, and what has helped before, then recommend ways to blend approaches that fit the situation.
Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect. Video calls let people use visual cues and longer conversation. Phone sessions work well for shorter check-ins or when bandwidth is limited. Live chat and text-based messaging allow for brief updates, written reflections, or quick coping tips between meetings. These options make it easier to fit therapy into workdays, caregiving schedules, or times of transition.
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